The Excelsior Hymnal ‎#6

6. A Song of Cheer

1 When the days are gloomy, sing a song of cheer,
Sing of sunlit hills and skies of blue,
Sing till sad eyes lifted
See the clouds are rifted,
Light shines through.

Refrain:
Sing to all the world a song of hope and cheer,
Shed your blessings all along the way,
Make the sad hearts lighter,
Make the old earth brighter,
Day by day.

2 Sing of sheltered places when the storm winds blow,
Sing of courage in the time of fear,
Tell to souls despairing,
O’er the rough road faring,
God is near. [Refrain]

3 Far your song will echo ere the day is done
On from heart to heart its message bear,
Healing grief and sadness,
Bringing joy and gladness,
Ev’rywhere. [Refrain]

Text Information

• First Line: When the days are gloomy, sing a song of cheer
• Title: A Song of Cheer
• Author: Harriet H. Pierson
• Refrain First Line: Sing to all the world a song of hope and cheer
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1919

Tune Information

• Name: [When the days are gloomy, sing a song of cheer]
• Composer: John J. Thomas