Bonne Journée Lyrics in English Stromae

Stromae wakes up on the right foot and invites us to do the same. From the moment he opens his eyes, everything feels perfect: the sun is shining outside and inside, the morning routine goes smoothly, and even his coffee cup is already half-full. In "Bonne Journée," the Belgian artist turns an average day into a mini-celebration, punctuated by what he calls la danse de la joie — a goofy, carefree dance that symbolizes pure, unfiltered optimism.

Yet beneath the catchy beat, Stromae slips in a lesson about perspective. Happiness, he says, grows when you share it, and misery often comes from comparing yourself to others or waiting for the sky to clear. Instead of chasing a flawless life, he encourages us to accept the natural ups and downs and focus on the present moment. Look toward the sunshine, let your shadow fall behind you, and—just like Stromae—raise your foot only to dance for joy. Bonne journée!