By making some one happy as we pass along life's way, We bring a bit of heaven to the longest, darkest day; The world is full of shadows, full of sorrow, grief and woe, And snares are set before us ev'rywhere we go. Chorus: A little human kindness brings a bit of heaven near, A little human kindness drives away our fear; A little human kindness makes the souls of men akin, And brings the joy of vict'ry to a world of sin. 2 So many weary pilgrims toiling onward up the height, Are longing for a friendly word, ere falls the shades of night; O lend a hand to help them, haste to speak a word of cheer, And gloomy clouds will brighten when the day is drear.