By Your Side
10. Sade Lyrics


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You think I'd leave your side, baby?
You know me better than that
Think I'd leave you down when you're down on your knees?
I wouldn't do that
I'll tell you you're right when you aren't, ah, ah, oh
And if only you could see into me

Oh, when you're cold
I'll be there, hold you tight to me
When you're on the outside, baby, and you can't get in
I will show you you're so much better than you know

When you're lost and you're alone
And you can't get back again
I will find you, darling, and I'll bring you home

And if you want to cry
I am here to dry your eyes, ooh
And in no time, you'll be fine

You think I'd leave your side, baby?
You know me better than that
Think I'd leave you down when you're down on your knees?
I wouldn't do that
I'll tell you you're right when you aren't, ah, ah, oh
And if only you could see into me

Oh, when you're cold
I'll be there, hold you tight to me (to me, yeah)
Oh, when you're low
I'll be there by your side, baby (by your side, baby)

And, oh, when you're cold
I'll be there, hold you tight to me (to me, yeah)




Oh, when you're low
I'll be there by your side, baby

Overall Meaning

"By Your Side" is a romantic song by Sade that was released in 2000. The lyrics express sincere and enduring love, loyalty, and support for a partner through thick and thin. The song is a promise of unconditional love and support regardless of the situation a loved one may find themselves in, and how much they may struggle to overcome it. The opening lines, "You think I'd leave your side, baby? You know me better than that" set the tone of the song, conveying that the singer's commitment and love for their partner is unwavering.


The song's chorus repeats the line, "When you're cold, I'll be there; hold you tight to me" twice, emphasizing the singer’s dedication to the person they love. The lyrics also express the singer's understanding and empathy towards their partner's emotional struggles, promising to support and comfort them in times of need. The line "And if you want to cry, I am here to dry your eyes" indicates a willingness to be a shoulder to lean on and be there for their partner every step of the way.


Overall, "By Your Side" is a touching and heartfelt love song that celebrates the depth of love, support, and connection between two people. It is a testament to how companionship, friendship, and emotional support can keep a relationship strong and long-lasting.


Line by Line Meaning

You think I'd leave your side, baby?
Do you really think that I would abandon you, my dear?


You know me better than that
You understand my nature and character deeply enough to know that I wouldn't do such a thing.


Think I'd leave you down when you're down on your knees?
Do you honestly believe that I wouldn't help you when you're in a difficult situation or feeling low?


I wouldn't do that
I absolutely guarantee that I wouldn't abandon you in a time of need.


I'll tell you you're right when you aren't, ah, ah, oh
I will support you and give you affirmations, even if you might be wrong in certain situations.


And if only you could see into me
I wish you could understand all the love that I have for you beyond the surface.


Oh, when you're cold
Whenever you feel lonely or isolated,


I'll be there, hold you tight to me
I'll be there to comfort and embrace you warmly.


When you're on the outside, baby, and you can't get in
In times when you feel excluded or like you don't belong,


I will show you you're so much better than you know
I will make you realize your true worth and potential, which surpasses your current understanding of it.


When you're lost and you're alone
When you're feeling disconnected and unsure of yourself,


And you can't get back again
And it seems like you've lost your way or direction,


I will find you, darling, and I'll bring you home
I will help you find your way back to safety and love, and remind you of your true home within me.


And if you want to cry
If you feel like crying and need to let your emotions out,


I am here to dry your eyes, ooh
I'll be there to give you comfort and support you in your vulnerability.


And in no time, you'll be fine
With my help, you'll recover from your sadness and feel better in no time.


And, oh, when you're cold
And again, whenever you feel lonely or isolated,


I'll be there, hold you tight to me (to me, yeah)
I will always be there to comfort and embrace you warmly, and keep you close to my heart.


Oh, when you're low
And again, when you're feeling down and defeated,


I'll be there by your side, baby (by your side, baby)
I will be there to walk by your side and support you, no matter what challenges you face.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Paul Denman, Stuart Matthewman, Helen Adu, Andrew Hale

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My family told me my mother sang this song for me at a family reunion when I was in prison. She was the only one who traveled to go see me. I got out and not even a year later she was killed in a hit and run. This song will forever hold a special place in my heart for my momma.She was only 49 years old when she passed.

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