No Brain, No Pain
Daryl Hall · Other Songs - Daryl Hall
He's just lets the ball keep flyin' over his head.
Doesn't laugh when he's right and doesn't cry when he's wrong.
He's a happy chimp jumpin', just keeps singing along.
No brain, no pain
No brain, no pain
Stay happy, stay happy
No pain, no brain
No brain, no pain
Knowing that you don't know is a terrible thing.
When you don't know nothing and they make you the king.
Smart enough to attack but then you've got to retreat.
And when you trip to the stars you feel the lead in your feet.
No brain, no pain
No brain, no pain
Oh please don't worry about anything
No pain, no brain
Stay happy, stay happy
Ha ha ha ha ha
Don't try to rise above it.
It's better below.
When life is going by you, you'll never know.
When everything is simple, it's really sublime.
Don't try to rise above it, below it is fine.
When we were younger, we were so sensitive.
We felt everything so intensely.
So smart, we took everything apart.
Let's hear it for the boys and girls just having fun
and not worrying about anything.
No brain, no pain
No brain, no pain
No pain, no brain
No pain, no brain
Oh stay happy
Oh please stay happy
We do not worry about anything
Oh happy, happy, happy
Don't try to rise above it.
It's better below.
When life is going by you, you'll never know.
When everything is simple, it's really sublime.
Don't try to rise above it.
Below it is fine.
Don't try to rise above it.
It's better below.
When life is going by you, you'll never know.
When everything is simple, it's really sublime.
Don't try to rise above it.
Below it is fine.
Never rise above it
It's better below.
When life is going by you, you'll never know.
When everything is simple, it's really sublime.
Don't try to rise above it.
Below it is fine.
No Brain, No Pain
Daryl Hall's solo career has consistently showcased his ability to craft introspective pop-rock that stands apart from his celebrated work with John Oates. "No Brain, No Pain" serves as a compelling example of his independent songwriting, exploring themes of emotional simplicity and mental clarity through a polished production style. The track reflects Hall's signature vocal delivery and melodic sensibility, maintaining the sophisticated pop arrangements that have defined his discography for decades. While often associated with the high-energy harmonies of Hall & Oates, this recording highlights his capacity to deliver nuanced, self-contained narratives. The song remains a testament to his enduring influence in the genre, offering listeners a moment of reflective calm within a broader catalogue of hits and deep cuts.