Happy 73rd Birthday Johnny (8/19/13). "I Can See Clearly Now" is a Billboard Hot 100 Chart #1 hit song, written and recorded by Johnny Nash. It was a single from the album of the same name and achieved success in the United States and the United Kingdom when it was released in 1972. It was covered by many artists throughout the years, including a 1993 hit version by Jimmy Cliff, who re-recorded it for the motion picture soundtrack of Cool Runnings, where it reached the top 20 at #18 on the Billboard Hot 100. I can see clearly now, the rain is gone, I can see all obstacles in my way Gone are the dark clouds that had me blind It's gonna be a bright (bright), bright (bright) Sun-Shiny day. I think I can make it now, the pain is gone All of the bad feelings have disappeared Here is the rainbow I've been prayin for It's gonna be a bright (bright), bright (bright) Sun-Shiny day. Look all around, there's nothin but blue skies Look straight ahead, nothin but blue skies I can see clearly now, the rain is gone, I can see all obstacles in my way Gone are the dark clouds that had me blind It's gonna be a bright (bright), bright (bright) Sun-Shiny day. ------ Johnny Nash, born August 19, 1940 (age 73) Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johnny_Nash Song Facts: www.songfacts.com/detail.php?id=2108 The musical partnership between Johnny Nash and Bob Marley is one of the more fascinating and overlooked in the history of reggae music. "Johnny Nash & Bob Marley Play A One Time Acoustic Gig In London In 1972." marcoonthebass.blogspot.com/2011/03/johnny-nash-bob-marley-play-one-time.html Tags: Johnny Nash. I Can See Clearly Now. High Definition. Classic Oldie But Goodie ツ This video blocked in Germany by SME. My condolences to the Germans.