And I never thought I'd feel this way

and as far as I'm concerned

I'm glad I got the chance to say

that I do believe I love you.

And if I should ever go away

well

then close your eyes and try

To feel the way we do today

and then if you can remember:

Keep smilin'

keep shinin'

knowing you can always count on me for sure -

That's what friends are for.

For good times and bad times

i'll be on your side forever more -

That's what friends are for.

Well

you came and opened me

and now there's so much more I see

And so by the way I thank you.

Oh

and then for the times when we're apart

Well

then close your eyes

and lovely words are comin' from my heart

And then if you can remember:

Keep smilin'

keep shinin'

. . .

Keep smilin'

keep shinin'

. . .