Smile
Tamia · Other Songs - Tamia
If he had loved me
Truly loved me yes
I learned a while ago that kind of thing
Never happens for me
And so I go around
And just pretend
Love is not for me
I play the circus clown around my friends
Make them laugh and they won't see
That you never let them see ya this way
DonÂ’t want them to think the pain runs deep
Lord knows it's killing me
So I put on my make-up
Put a smile on my face
And if anyone asks me
Everything is okay
IÂ’m laughing cause no one
Knows the joke is on me
Cause IÂ’m dying inside
With my pride and a smile
On my face
On my face
Singing lalalala
Sometimes I sit at home
By the phone hoping he might call me
But he don't call me
But then I realize
Dreams come true aren't for girls like me
Not like me
And so I go around with my head up
Like it ain't no thing
And when the boys around with all my friends
IÂ’m into other things
Cause you never let them see you this way
DonÂ’t want them to think the pain runs deep
Lord knows it's killing me
And,so I put my make up
Put a smile on my face
And if anyone asks me
Everything is okay
IÂ’m laughing cause no one
Knows the joke is on me
But IÂ’m dying inside
With my pride and a smile
On my face
On my face
ItÂ’s not as easy (thing)
Sometimes itÂ’s hard to (face the truth)
ItÂ’s not the life that I would choose (that I would choose)
But what else can I do?
If he donÂ’t love me
If he donÂ’t want me
IÂ’m not about to sit around
Let myself go
So I put on my make-up
Put a smile on my face
And if anyone asks me
Everything is okay
IÂ’m laughing cause no one
Knows the joke is on me
Cause IÂ’m dying inside
With my pride and a smile
On my face
On my face
Singing lalalala
Smile - Tamia
Tamia's 'Smile' stands as a defining track from her early career, blending R&B sensibilities with a melodic pop structure that captured the attention of audiences in the late 1990s. The song exemplifies her signature vocal style, characterized by a blend of soulful warmth and rhythmic precision, which became a hallmark of her discography. Released during a period where she was establishing herself as a leading voice in contemporary R&B, the recording reflects the era's emphasis on emotional authenticity and polished production. While the track does not appear on a specific major album, it remains a staple of her catalog, often featured in compilations and live performances that highlight her ability to deliver high-energy, emotionally resonant performances. The song's enduring appeal lies in its ability to connect with listeners through its uplifting message and Tamia's distinctive vocal delivery, cementing her status as a significant figure in the genre's history.