With A Little Help From My Friends
Ainslie Henderson & David Sneddon Lyrics
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Would you stand up and walk out on me?
Lend me your ears and I'll sing you a song
And I'll try not to sing out of key
Oh
I get by with a little help from my friends
Hmm
I get high with a little help from my friends
I'm gonna try with a little help from my friends
And what do I do when my love is away?
Does it worry you to be alone?
But how do I feel by the end of the day?
Are you sad because you're on your own?
Oh
I get by with a little help from my friends
Hmm
I get high with a little help from my friends
Yeah
I'm gonna try with a little help from my friends
Do you need anybody?
I just need someone to love
Could it be anybody?
I want somebody to love
Would you believe in a love at first sight?
Yes, I'm certain that it happens all the time
What do you see when you turn off the light?
I can't tell you but I know that it's mine
Oh
I get by with a little help from my friends
Hmm
I get high with a little help from my friends
Yeah
I'm gonna try with a little help from my friends
Do you need anybody?
I just need someone to love
Could it be anybody?
I want somebody to love
Oh
I get by with a little help from my friends
Hmm
I'm gonna try with a little help from my friends
Oh
I get high with a little help from my friends
Yes
I get by with a little help from my friends
The lyrics to Ainslie Henderson & David Sneddon's song "With a Little Help from My Friends" are about the importance of having friends who support us through difficult times. The lyrics begin by asking the listener what they would do if the singer sang out of tune. This is a metaphor for the struggles that we all face in life and the fear of being judged or abandoned by others.
The chorus repeats the phrase "I get by with a little help from my friends" and adds "I get high with a little help from my friends." This suggests that the support of friends not only helps the singer survive but also helps them thrive and experience joy in life.
The second verse explores the singer's feelings of loneliness when their love is away. The chorus repeats, emphasizing the importance of having someone to lean on. The bridge asks the listener if they believe in love at first sight and suggests that even in the dark, the singer knows what they need to feel happy.
Overall, the song celebrates the power of friendship and love to help us overcome difficulties and find happiness in life.
Line by Line Meaning
What would you think if I sang out a tune?
How would you feel if I tried to express myself through singing?
Would you stand up and walk out on me?
If I tried to express myself through singing, would you reject me and leave?
Lend me your ears and I'll sing you a song
If you're willing to listen, I'll try to share a song with you
And I'll try not to sing out of key
I'll do my best to make sure that my singing is in tune
Oh
(Interjection indicating a pause or emphasis)
I get by with a little help from my friends
Friends can help to make life easier for me
Hmm
(Interjection indicating thinking, uncertainty or hesitation)
I get high with a little help from my friends
Friends can make me feel happy and give me a sense of euphoria
Yeah
(Interjection indicating agreement or excitement)
I'm gonna try with a little help from my friends
Being with friends encourages me to try even harder
And what do I do when my love is away?
How do I cope with being separated from my romantic partner?
Does it worry you to be alone?
Do you feel anxious when you're by yourself?
But how do I feel by the end of the day?
How do I feel after a long day, perhaps spent away from my love?
Are you sad because you're on your own?
Do you feel unhappy because you're alone?
Do you need anybody?
Are you looking for someone to fill a void in your life?
I just need someone to love
All I want is to find someone to care for
Could it be anybody?
Is there anyone out there who could be that special someone?
I want somebody to love
I have a strong desire to love and be loved
Would you believe in a love at first sight?
Do you think it's possible to fall in love with someone right away?
Yes, I'm certain that it happens all the time
I believe that falling in love at first sight is a common occurrence
What do you see when you turn off the light?
What images come to mind when it's dark and quiet?
I can't tell you but I know that it's mine
I can't put it into words, but I have a personal connection to those images
Writer(s): John Lennon, Paul Mccartney
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