He Can't Be Real

Some people say, “he can't be real”

Here's what I say to that

Rather be accused of being too jolly

Than trying to strangle the cat

I'm always wearing this jester hat

So everyone will surely know

I'm really trying, though hard at times

Not to let the sadness show

People don't want to hear your problems

They've plenty of their own to share

They tend to gravitate to happy souls

To help them forget their cares

Finally realized a long time ago

There's no point in wearing a frown

No matter how you feel or what goes wrong

It's not fair to bring others down

No one gets through without some strife

It's as natural as taking a breath

So click your heels and sing happy tunes

Anything's sure better than death!

Now you finally know why I do what I do

I'm as vulnerable as all of you guys

The difference is, my attitude allows me

My share of the happiness pie!