“Don’t Worry Be … Joyful?”

In 1988 Bobby McFerrin released a little song that began with the lyrics: “Here’s a little song I wroteYou might want to sing it note for noteDon’t worry, be happy” The song seems to suggest an attitude of nonchalance, of unconcern for the troubles of the world, almost suggesting a flippant approach to life’s worries.Continue reading ““Don’t Worry Be … Joyful?””