With A Little Help From My Friends
Beatles [The] Lyrics

Billy Shears
The singer is now introducing himself as Billy Shears, possibly a new persona or an alter ego.

What would you think if I sang out of tune?
The singer wonders if his friend would still accept him if he makes a mistake or fails during a performance.

Would you stand up and walk out on me?
The singer is concerned that his friend might leave him when things get tough.

Lend me your ears and I'll sing you a song
The singer is asking his friend for attention and support.

And I'll try not to sing out of key
The singer reassures his friend that he will do his best to perform well.

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends
The singer acknowledges that he depends on his friends to overcome challenges.

Mm, I get high with a little help from my friends
The singer implies that having friends around him makes him happy and excited.

Mm, gonna try with a little help from my friends
The singer expresses his determination to face any difficulties with the support of his friends.

What do I do when my love is away?
The singer is reflecting on his loneliness when he is without his loved one.

Does it worry you to be alone?
The singer is asking his friend if he also feels anxious or uncomfortable when he is alone.

How do I feel by the end of the day?
The singer is questioning his own emotional state after spending the day alone.

Are you sad because you're on your own?
The singer is inquiring if his friend also experiences sadness from being alone.

No, I get by with a little help from my friends
The singer reassures himself and his friend that they do not have to be alone as long as they have each other's support.

Mm, get high with a little help from my friends
The singer implies that being with friends can help alleviate negative emotions.

Mm, gonna try with a little help from my friends
The singer emphasizes that having friends can motivate someone to try their best despite any setbacks.

Do you need anybody?
The singer is asking his friend if he needs someone to be with him.

I need somebody to love
The singer expresses his own desire for companionship and love.

Could it be anybody?
The singer is asking his friend if anyone could fulfill his need for love and affection.

I want somebody to love
The singer reiterates his desire for love and a relationship.

Would you believe in a love at first sight?
The singer asks his friend if he believes that love can happen instantly.

Yes, I'm certain that it happens all the time
The singer expresses his own belief in the possibility of love at first sight.

What do you see when you turn out the light?
The singer is asking his friend what thoughts come to mind when they are alone.

I can't tell you, but I know it's mine
The singer conveys a sense of personal ownership over his thoughts and feelings.

Oh, I'm gonna try with a little help from my friends
The singer reaffirms his determination to achieve his goals with the help of his friends.

I just need someone to love
The singer simplifies his need for companionship by stating that he only needs someone to love.

Oh, I get high with a little help from my friends
The singer suggests that being with his friends brings him joy and perhaps even a sense of euphoria.

Mm, gonna try with a little help from my friends
The singer repeats his conviction to strive for success with the support of his friends.

Yes, I get by with a little help from my friends
The singer reiterates his dependence on his friends for comfort and support.

With a little help from my friends
The singer concludes the song by emphasizing the importance of having friends who can provide assistance and encouragement.