There are things in life you don't understand And many more of which you won't comprehend But life is such that it's full of mysteries So don't cry, don't you cry Sometimes you think life is being unfair For just what have you done to deserve this share Well it's tough to talk to you about Fate So don't cry, don't you cry Rainbow Child, don't give up your smile Rainbow Child, not for just awhile Rain bow child, don't give up your smile Rainbow Child, your home is with the Maker in the sky So don't feel mad about having to leave Your friends, your pets, your toys, your family For before you know it will be there with you So don't cry, don't you cry Rainbow Child, don't give up your smile Rainbow Child, not for just awhile Rainbow child, don't give up your smile Rainbow Child, your home is with the Maker in the sky