I'll Be Here
Aaron Davis Lyrics
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And the ships keep coming through
It's a hundred steps up to the place where I work
It's a lighthouse tower on the wharf
Most of the time there's nothing much to do
Just check the bulbs and the wires
Most of the time there's nothing much to do
Cause you'll never know when youâ??re gonna need me
I'll be here waiting when you need me
You'll never know when you're gonna need me
I'll be here, I'll be here
Last summer, was a force ten gale
Hurricane size from the Belle Isle
We lost one sailor in that blow
You never know
You'll never know when you're gonna need me
I will be here waiting when you need me
Well, you'll never know when you're gonna need me
Cause I'll be here waiting
I'll be waiting if you need me
Now, I'll be here
I'll be here if you need me
I will be, I will be
I'll be here
The lyrics of "I'll Be Here" by Aaron Davis are a reflection of a lighthouse keeper's life. The song opens with the singer waking up early in the morning, watching the ships coming into the port. As a lighthouse tower keeper, he spends most of his days checking the wires and bulbs to ensure that the light signal is working properly. However, he also helps out when there is an emergency, such as spotting fires, as he knows that he might be needed at any time.
The lyrics then take a more contemplative turn as the singer reflects on the past year when a severe storm hit the area. The storm was so strong that it claimed one sailor's life. The accident serves as a reminder that nobody knows when they might need someone, causing the lighthouse keeper to reiterate that he will be there, waiting if he is needed.
As a whole, "I'll Be Here" is a poignant song that deals with themes of duty and loyalty. The singer's lonely life as a lighthouse keeper is juxtaposed with the idea that he is always ready to help if needed, even if it means risking his own safety. The song is hauntingly beautiful and serves to remind us of the importance of being reliable and steadfast in times of need.
Line by Line Meaning
Look at me up at 5:00 am
Starting my day very early in the morning
And the ships keep coming through
Watching the ships move through the port
It's a hundred steps up to the place where I work
Climbing up a tall lighthouse to begin work
It's a lighthouse tower on the wharf
The place of work is a tower on the dock
Most of the time there's nothing much to do
The job is usually uneventful and boring
Just check the bulbs and the wires
Routine maintenance work on the lighthouse
Sometimes I help out spotting fires
Assisting in fire detection and prevention
Cause you'll never know when you're gonna need me
Predicting the uncertainty of future events when help may be required
I'll be here waiting when you need me
Assuring availability and readiness to help when needed
Last summer, was a force ten gale
A violent storm that occurred in the past
Hurricane size from the Belle Isle
Comparing the size and intensity of the storm to a hurricane
We lost one sailor in that blow
Someone lost their life during the storm
You never know
Highlighting the unpredictable nature of life
Well, you'll never know when you're gonna need me
Reiterating the importance of being prepared for unpredictable situations
I'll be waiting if you need me
Reassuring willingness to provide assistance when necessary
Now, I'll be here
Currently present and available
I'll be here if you need me
Reiterating availability whenever assistance is required
I will be, I will be
Affirming commitment to be present and ready to help
I'll be here
Closing statement to assure readiness to assist at all times
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DAVID PILTCH, DAVID FRANCIS BAERWALD
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@nobleshadow4242
I like this Prowler’s story. He and Miles had a rivalry, but through it all, they knew they were still family. In the end, he isn’t dead, and he decided to do the right thing to make up for the family he lost.
@kapribrown8039
I know this is old but can I ask you a honest question how his uncle is a good person for getting locked up at the end he could’ve been a good person out of prison 😂
@carsenmaxwell3336
@Kapri Brown he chose to take responsibility for his actions, and he is getting a reduced sentence for it. He’ll back soon
@carsenmaxwell3336
@Kapri Brown Miles inspired him to be better, next time we see Aaron/Prowler, he’ll be on the right side of the law.
@navdog6912
@Carsen Maxwell Especially since he's on Kraven's map in the trailer
@Drak3_710
@Carsen Maxwell I have a hunch he might die in the next game
@joeythomas7911
I love that Rio decides to welcome Aaron back into the family after he redeems himself
@clayphil11234
Wait, she did that?
@joeythomas7911
@Clayton Philip what I meant was, Aaron started to change, and she is slowly accepting the fact that he’s still family
@Rizky-sy3nb
@@joeythomas7911well, years later, Rio finally & properly welcomes Aaron back to the family