In this uplifting episode of Happiness through Creating, host Brian Barlow dives into the timeless classic “I Can See Clearly Now” by Johnny Nash. Discover the inspiring backstory of the song, written during Nash’s recovery from eye surgery, and how its message of hope, clarity, and resilience resonates deeply in moments of hardship. Brian explores how seeing obstacles clearly—not wishing them away—empowers us to navigate life’s challenges and grow.
From Johnny Nash’s pioneering reggae influence in Jamaica to Jimmy Cliff’s vibrant 1993 cover for Cool Runnings, Brian traces the song’s enduring legacy and cultural impact. He also highlights a memorable scene from the 1998 animated film Antz, where the song underscores the protagonist’s journey toward freedom and self-expression.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kBHx5L9_zpI
Bringing it all together, Brian connects the song’s themes to the process of creating, showing how acts of creation bring clarity and meaning in our darkest moments. Listeners are invited to reflect on their own storms and the “Creator’s pyramid” steps that led them to insight and growth.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdJwFd4jv9w
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