Sheryl Crow – If It Makes You Happy

If It Makes You Happy

Written and recorded by American singer-songwriter Sheryl Crow, “If It Makes You Happy” is a pop rock song with elements of country and folk music. It was released in 1996 as the second single from her self-titled debut album. The song became a massive hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and staying there for seven weeks. It also topped the charts in Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

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Here are some additional details about the song:

• • The song was originally written as a poem by Sheryl Crow.
  • The song’s title was inspired by a conversation Crow had with her mother.
  • The song’s recording sessions were famously difficult, with Crow and producer Bill Bottrell often clashing over the song’s direction.
  • The song was eventually released in a shorter, edited version that was more palatable to radio stations.
  • Despite the challenges surrounding its release, “If It Makes You Happy” has become one of the most iconic and influential songs of all time.