Don’t Have To Be Sad Yo La Tengo

"Don’t Have To Be Sad" by Yo La Tengo, released in 1993, is an indie rock song that explores themes of longing, reassurance, and emotional support. The lyrics convey a message of comfort in difficult times. Musically, it features soothing melodies and gentle instrumentation, characteristic of their sound. #IndieRock

You and me were at some goldfish pond
And I, I was tagging along for the ride
All the big-mouthed fish really made us laugh
And while I stood still, I felt a chill
I thought that maybe you did too
I wanted to feel that way forever

And that's why if you're looking at me, I'll try
To be what you want to see, and if I'm, if I'm ever that lucky
You won't have to be so, you won't have to be so sad
You won't have to be so sad

Last night I was trying to read in bed
I got to watching you sleep instead
Even when I got tired, I couldn't stop
Because I love you so and I pray you know
But I'm not much for praying
I knew I couldn't say that without making a joke

And that's why if you're looking at me, I'll try
To be what you want to see, and if I'm, if I'm ever that lucky
You won't have to be so, you won't have to be so sad
You won't have to be so sad

Yeah, that's why if you're looking at me, I'll try
To be what you want to see, and if I'm, if I'm ever that lucky
You won't have to be so, you won't have to be so sad
You won't have to be so sad, you won't have to be so sad

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