In 1958, Ben Nelson joined a doo wop group, The Five Crowns. Later that same year, The Drifters' manager fired the members of the group and replaced them with The Five Crowns, who had performed several engagements with The Drifters. He co-wrote the first hit by the new version of The Drifters, "There Goes My Baby" (1959). He also sang lead, using his birth name, on "Save the Last Dance for Me," a song written by Doc Pomus and Mort Shuman, "Dance With Me," "This Magic Moment," "I Count the Tears," and other The Drifters hits.
In 1960 he left the group after failing to gain a salary increase and a fairer share of the group's royalties. At this point he assumed the more memorable stage name Ben E. King in preparation for a solo career. Remaining on Atlantic, King scored his first solo hit with the stylish, Latin-tinged ballad "Spanish Harlem" (1961). "Stand by Me" was his next recording. "Stand by Me", written by King along with Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller was voted one of the Songs of the Century by the Recording Industry Association of America. "Stand by Me" and "Spanish Harlem" were named as two of The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll and were both also given a Grammy Hall of Fame Award.
King's records continued to place well on the pop charts until 1963, when British pop bands began to dominate the popular music scene. His hits after 1963 were "What is Soul?" (1967), "Supernatural Thing, part 1" (1975), and the re-issue in 1986 of "Stand by Me" following the song's use as the theme music to the movie of the same name.
A Help Each Other
Ben E. King Lyrics
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So why do we complicate our lives so much
By being at war with each other
Maybe I'm crazy but I don't understand it
Why do we seem to vote to dig more holes
It's such a waste of planet
Maybe somebody else knows better than me
All I know is everyone else is a sister or a brother
So we've got to look around again and stop
Being at war with each other
Being at war with each other
We've got to look around again and stop
Being at war with each other
Being at war with each other
Being at war with each other
Being at war with each other
The song "A Help Each Other" by Ben E. King delivers a powerful message of unity and peace. The opening line "everyone comes from one father, one mother" establishes a common lineage among all people, emphasizing that we are all brothers and sisters regardless of culture, religion or nationality. As the song progresses, King expresses frustration over the hostility and division that exists among people. He questions the reasons behind this strife, lamenting the destruction and waste that comes with conflicts.
King urges listeners to reconsider their attitudes towards each other, to come together and work towards a common goal. The repetition of the phrase "being at war with each other" underscores the importance of this message. The song's plea for cooperation and understanding is a timeless message that is as relevant today as it was when it was first released.
Line by Line Meaning
Everyone comes from one father, one mother
We all share the same origins and ancestors; we are fundamentally connected as human beings.
So why do we complicate our lives so much
Despite our shared roots, we create unnecessary problems in our lives.
By being at war with each other
We engage in conflict and hostility with our fellow humans, causing unnecessary harm and suffering.
Maybe I'm crazy but I don't understand it
The artist expresses confusion and bewilderment towards the reasons for our divisive behavior.
Why do we seem to vote to dig more holes
The artist questions why we make choices that cause damage and destruction to our world.
It's such a waste of planet
Our choices and actions are causing irreversible harm to the Earth.
There must be a reason that I can't see
The singer suggests that there may be underlying causes or reasons for our conflicts that they don't yet understand.
Maybe somebody else knows better than me
The artist acknowledges that others may have insights or solutions that they themselves do not.
All I know is everyone else is a sister or a brother
Despite our many differences, we are all connected as members of the human family.
So we've got to look around again and stop
We must take a closer look at our behaviors and choices, and make changes to foster greater unity.
Being at war with each other
Continuing or perpetuating conflicts and hostility will only cause further harm.
We've got to look around again and stop
We must examine our actions and behaviors again and make conscious choices to promote greater harmony.
Being at war with each other
Eliminating conflict and hostility is key to promoting a healthier and more peaceful world.
Being at war with each other
This line serves as a concluding call to action and reminder to strive for unity and cooperation.
Being at war with each other
Repeating this line emphasizes the importance of the message and the urgency of the issue.
Being at war with each other
The repetition also calls attention to the fact that we are currently engaged in conflict with each other, and that this must cease in order to move forward.
Being at war with each other
The final repetition serves as a powerful and memorable refrain, leaving a lasting impact on the listener.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CAROLE KING
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When the night has come
And the land is dark
And the moon is the only light we'll see
No, I won't be afraid
Oh, I won't be afraid
Just as long as you stand
Stand by me
So darlin', darlin', stand by me
Oh, stand by me
Oh, stand
Stand by me, stand by me
If the sky that we look upon
Should tumble and fall
Or the mountain should crumble to the sea
I won't cry, I won't cry
No, I won't shed a tear
Just as long as you stand
Stand by me
And darlin', darlin', stand by me
Oh, stand by me
Oh, stand now
Stand by me, stand by me
And darlin', darlin', stand by me
Oh, stand by me
Oh, stand now
Stand by me, stand by me
Whenever you're in trouble won't you stand by me
Oh, stand by me
Won't you stand by
@jesserowbotham
I was adopted by my father who was African American I was a Caucasian boy. I was bullied all the time because my father and I looked so different but he would always tell me, we may look a little different on the outside but we are all the same it’s not what counts on The outside but what’s inside you as a person that’s where your real worth is .my father was an amazing man I worked hard In all aspects whether it would be school training martial arts self defence.
This man was truly my real father no one could make me feel otherwise.
Unfortunately 2 years ago he was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer very low life expectancy he battled on as he does he did everything he could to fight the cancer but slowly he deteriorated and
Then it was all of a sudden he was in his death bed.
He passed and we played
This song at his funerals which was one of his favourite as.
Everyone I hear this song I hurt so much just all the emotion coming bag from
Dad, but I also love
It because it make m e feel so close to him once
Again even though I know he’s not with us…
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@harleyatkins2008
In 1968 I head Ben E. King sing this song at a small club on the coast of SC. King had a small band of 3 or 4 guys and I can still remember the single violin. The venue was not air conditioned. I was 18. The girl I was with was 17. 52 years later we are still a couple. And I still love the song.
@paxi4165
Harley Atkins awwwwwwww
@mandrew296
That's so sweet. Very cool to see a fellow South Carolinian in the comments!
@aviralmittal89
May you guys have a long and happy life ❤️
@adrianrubionavarro4256
Wow
@toprock1301
Much respect sir. I tip my hat
@atlui415
When the boys are gone and you can listen to real music
@narfazlee5162
Be proud of your music taste bro
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