Mary Mary - Be Happy Lyrics
Lyrics
My heart has found a new beat
Ever since you came into my life
No I don't lose no sleep
'Cause I know He's walking by my side
And if you're looking for me
Safe in His arms is where you'll find me
'Cause I've gotta be
Gotta be happy
Wanna be happy
I was searching for a long time
For the right one to give my heart to
Then suddenly I looked to the sky
And I realized that it should be you
'Cause sometimes I stray away
And I make mistakes
But you still love me
So now and forever
Your arms is where I will be
My heart has found a new beat
Ever since you came into my life
No I don't lose no sleep
'Cause I know He's walking by my side
And if you're looking for me
Safe in His arms is where you'll find me
'Cause I've gotta be
Gotta be happy
Wanna be happy
Tell me how would you describe happiness
Right now you're all good, later you're a mess
Maybe you should start making some changes
Ever consider reaching towards heaven
Your burden will get lighter and you'll have no desire
To turn away 'cause I can say
That His love won't ever change
My heart has found a new beat
Ever since you came into my life
No I don't lose no sleep
'Cause I know He's walking by my side
And if you're looking for me
Safe in His arms is where you'll find me
'Cause I've gotta be
Gotta be happy
Wanna be happy
Never ever had a treasure
Just call my own
Until you came along
No matter what happens
You're mine forever
You've captured my soul
And I won't let go
My heart has found a new beat
Ever since you came into my life
No I don't lose no sleep
'Cause I know He's walking by my side
And if you're looking for me
Safe in His arms is where you'll find me
'Cause I've gotta be
Gotta be happy
Wanna be happy
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Be Happy
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on April 25, 2000, as part of the album *Thankful*, Mary Mary's "Be Happy" stands as a profound testament to finding enduring joy, not through fleeting earthly pursuits, but through a deep and abiding relationship with God. The song's narrative arc traces a journey from searching and uncertainty to a place of profound peace and contentment, directly attributing this transformation to a divine encounter. The central message revolves around the realization that true happiness is not an external acquisition, but an internal state cultivated by recognizing and embracing God's unwavering love and presence. The lyrics paint a picture of a life once characterized by longing for fulfillment, a quest for "the right one," before a moment of spiritual revelation shifted the focus skyward. This pivotal realization underscores the song's core tenet: that while human affections can be inconsistent, God's love is constant, a steadfast anchor that provides security and banishes the anxieties that often plague the human heart. This sense of security is powerfully conveyed through the imagery of being "safe in His arms," a metaphor that resonates deeply with scriptural assurances of divine protection and refuge.
The song's progression from acknowledging past mistakes and stumbles to embracing a future firmly rooted in divine love highlights a crucial aspect of faith: the liberating grace that accompanies acceptance of God's forgiveness. The declaration, "And if you're looking for me, Safe in His arms is where you'll find me," is not merely a statement of preference but a declaration of unwavering commitment to a spiritual foundation that transcends temporal challenges. The recurring refrain, "Gotta be happy, Wanna be happy," becomes a mantra of intentionality, a conscious decision to cultivate joy by aligning one's will with God's. This is further elaborated in the bridge, which directly addresses the fleeting nature of worldly happiness, contrasting it with the stable, unwavering love offered by heaven. The invitation to "start making some changes" and "reaching towards heaven" is a direct echo of biblical calls to repentance and spiritual renewal, promising that such a shift will lighten burdens and foster a desire for God's enduring presence. The concept of God's love as an unchanging treasure, a possession that is truly one's own, directly parallels passages like Romans 8:38-39, which assures believers that nothing can separate them from the love of God. This profound discovery of an eternal treasure, a capture of the soul that brings lasting fulfillment, is the ultimate essence of the joy Mary Mary articulates, demonstrating that true happiness is found not in what we possess, but in who possesses us through His boundless grace. This pursuit of happiness is not a passive experience but an active choice, a declaration of faith that embraces God's presence as the ultimate source of enduring joy.