Always Look On The Dark Side Of Live

Jbo's song "Always Look On The Dark Side Of Life" is a satirical commentary on contemporary attitudes towards happiness and pessimism. The lyrics open with a reference to the film "Life of Brian" by Monty Python, where the character Brian, despite being crucified, manages to whistle a cheerful tune. This sets the stage for the song's central theme: the contrast between past resilience and modern-day cynicism. The artist humorously critiques how, in today's world, people struggle to find joy even in comfortable situations, such as sitting in a warm whirlpool, questioning whether this is truly progress or evolution.

The song continues by mocking the societal pressure to always be happy and cheerful. Jbo points out the absurdity of constant happiness, suggesting that it can become unbearable. The lyrics emphasize the effort to disrupt this forced cheerfulness, advocating instead for a more realistic, albeit darker, outlook on life. This is encapsulated in the recurring line, "Always look on the dark side of life," which serves as a parody of the famous Monty Python song "Always Look on the Bright Side of Life."

In the latter part of the song, Jbo takes a jab at the modern trend of glorifying depression and melancholy. The lyrics suggest that being sad and brooding is now considered fashionable, while smiling and being happy are seen as unattractive. The song concludes with a darkly humorous twist, advising listeners to remain depressed even when good things happen and to avoid smiling at all costs. This exaggerated advice culminates in the suggestion to jump out of a window rather than experience joy, highlighting the absurdity of extreme pessimism.

"Always Look On The Dark Side Of Life" uses humor and irony to critique the modern obsession with negativity and the societal disdain for genuine happiness. It challenges listeners to reflect on their own attitudes towards life and to find a balance between optimism and realism.