Abraham Isaac "A.B." Quintanilla III (born December 13, 1963) better known … Read Full Bio ↴Abraham Isaac "A.B." Quintanilla III (born December 13, 1963) better known as A.B., is an American songwriter, record producer and musician. He is the older brother of "The Queen of Tejano music" Selena. Along with Selena, his other sister Suzette, and his father Abraham, he became a member of Los Dinos in 1980 which would later include Selena's husband Chris Pérez as a guitarist. As a member of Los Dinos, A.B. would play bass guitar, produce and write songs for Selena which became successful singles such as "Como La Flor", "Amor Prohibido" and "No Me Queda Más". While living in Lake Jackson, Texas, A.B. learned to play the guitar and bass. Alongside Selena, his sister Suzette, and their father, Abraham, he became a member of the successful band Los Dinos. A.B. also became Selena's producer. He co-wrote Selena's hit songs like "Como La Flor" (Like A Flower) and "Amor Prohibido" (Forbidden Love). A.B.'s sister, Selena, was murdered on March 31, 1995. He helped produce "Como Te Extraño" (How I Miss You) by Pedro "Pete" Astudillo, which was written for Selena as well as Astudillo's late grandmother. The song earned Astudillo a Premios Lo Nuestro award for Best Song of the Year in 1996.
Abraham Quintanilla later resurfaced with the Kumbia Kings, which mixed cumbia and pop music. Kumbia Kings went on an international tour, had several CD releases and participated on such shows as Cristina Saralegui's El Show de Cristina. Quintanilla also produced for such entertainers as Thalía, Alicia Villarreal, Verónica Castro and Cristian Castro. He produced and arranged the 2004 CD, A.B. Quintanilla III Presents Joe Lopez, which includes "Cuando Estoy Contigo" [When I Am With You] and "Soy Tan Feliz" [I'm So Happy], co-written by Quintanilla and Luigi Giraldo. A.B. Quintanilla left Kumbia Kings in mid-2006 due to a controversy with member Cruz Martínez. A.B., along with new members and ex-Kumbia Kings Chris Pérez and Pee Wee; started the group Kumbia All Starz in 2006. This new group had hits such as "Chiquilla", "Parece Que Va a Llover", and "Speedy Gonzales".

I'll Be There
A.B. Quintanilla III Lyrics

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Even when the sun don’t come up
Even when the sky is falling down
Even when the stars don’t shine
I’ll be there I’ll be there I’ll be there
Every morning when you wake up
I’ll be the one making you smile
I am going to love you
Even when you’re crazy

Tryna understand you
When you don’t make sense
I’ll be holding tight
Even when the sun don’t come up
Even when the sky is falling down
Even when the stars don’t shine
I’ll be there I’ll be there I’ll be there
I got a promise I make
That I’ll be with you forever
Ain’t got no time for the world
Ain’t got no time for no other
I got a promise I make
That I’ll be with you forever
Ain’t got no time for the world
Ain’t got no time for no other
No more blasphemy yeah
You’re the best for me yeah
Way too many ladies
Babe you’re the best for me yeah
You make life so easy
You know how to do me
Girl you go that body
Babe you know how to move it
Let’s got to the mall girl
Let’s go do some shopping
Never into to romance
But girl you got me singing love like
Every morning when you wake up
I’ll be the one making you smile
I am going to love you
Even when you’re crazy
Tryna understand you
When you don’t make sense
I’ll be holding tight
Even when the sun don’t come up
Even when the sky is falling down
Even when the stars don’t shine
I’ll be there I’ll be there I’ll be there
I got a promise I make
That I’ll be with you forever
Ain’t got no time for the world
Ain’t got no time for no other
I got a promise I make
That I’ll be with you forever
Ain’t got no time for the world
Ain’t got no time for no other
You’re the one for me girl
Happiness for free girl
I can’t ever lose the rhythm
I can hear the beat girl
Let me take control here
Tell me how you like it
No need to be timid
Tell me how you like it
I can turn it up
I can turn it down
Yeah you get to pick
But I’ll be the captain
You’ll make all decisions
I’ll follow directions
Never been a lover
But girl you got me singing love like
Every morning when you wake up
I’ll be the one making you smile
I am always gonna love you
Even when you’re crazy
Tryna understand you
When you don’t make sense
I’ll be holding tight
Even when the sun don’t come up
Even when the sky is falling down

Even when the stars don’t shine
I’ll be there I’ll be there I’ll be there

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of A.B. Quintanilla III's song "I'll Be There" convey a deep sense of unwavering commitment and reassurance in a relationship. The repeated chorus of "Even when the sun don’t come up, Even when the sky is falling down, Even when the stars don’t shine, I’ll be there" highlights the singer's promise to be a constant presence and source of support for their partner, no matter the circumstances. This declaration of enduring love and loyalty sets the tone for the entire song.

The lyrics further delve into the singer's dedication to their partner, promising to be there every morning to bring a smile, to love them even when they may seem irrational or difficult to understand. This emphasizes the singer's willingness to embrace and support their partner's complexities and quirks, showcasing a deep level of acceptance and commitment in the relationship.

The repetitive lines about making a promise to be with their partner forever, and having no time for anyone else or the distractions of the world, underscore the singer's singular focus on their relationship. The rejection of other temptations or distractions highlights the depth of their devotion and prioritization of their partner above all else.

The lyrics also touch on themes of appreciation and admiration for the partner, with lines expressing gratitude for their presence and happiness they bring, as well as a willingness to fulfill their partner's desires and cater to their needs. The song portrays a romantic and devoted relationship where the singer is willing to go to great lengths to make their partner happy and provide unwavering support and love.

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Written by: Messon Barrett

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