Gloria Gaither (b. March 4, 1942) is a songwriter for gospel music, along with her husband, Bill Gaither. She also sang in the Bill Gaither Trio, one of the most influential groups in recent Christian music.
Lean On Me
Bill & Gloria Gaither Lyrics
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We all have pain
We all have sorrow
But if we are wise
We know that there's always tomorrow
[Chorus]
Lean on me, when you're not strong
I'll help you carry on
For it won't be long
'Til I'm gonna need
Somebody to lean on
Please swallow your pride
If I have things you need to borrow
For no one can fill those of your needs
That you won't let show
You just call on me brother, when you need a hand (Chorus)
We all need somebody to lean on
I just might have a problem that you'd understand
We all need somebody to lean on
Please swallow your pride
If I have things you need to borrow
For no one can fill those of your needs
That you won't let show
[Chorus]
If there is a load you have to bear
That you can't carry
I'm right up the road
I'll share your load
If you just call me
[Chorus]
Call me (if you need a friend)
Call me (call me)
Call me (if you need a friend)
Call me (if you ever need a friend)
Call me (call me)
Call me
Call me (if you need a friend)
The song "Lean on Me" by Bill Withers became an anthem that calls us to support each other through difficult times. The opening line "Sometimes in our lives, we all have pain" is incredibly empathetic and relatable. Everyone experiences pain and sorrow, and no one is an exception. However, if we keep our eyes on tomorrow, we will find hope to lean on. The song is optimistic in nature. It reminds us that if we are willing to lean on someone else, we can navigate the turbulence of life's ups and downs.
Furthermore, the song emphasizes the importance of vulnerability and the willingness to ask someone for help. "Please swallow your pride if I have things you need to borrow" is a clear call to action to overcome pride as we reach out to others for help. The theme of the song is that we all need each other to survive. Nobody can make it on their own, and we will all face challenging moments in life. Hence, it's necessary to be there for each other, to listen, to show empathy without judgement, to be supportive, and to lend a shoulder to cry on. If we all take hold of the song's message, we can create a stronger community and build a more robust society.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes in our lives
At various points in life
We all have pain
We all experience pain
We all have sorrow
We all experience sorrow
But if we are wise
If we have wisdom
We know that there's always tomorrow
We know that there will be future opportunities
Lean on me, when you're not strong
Seek support from me when you're struggling
And I'll be your friend
I'll be supportive, positive and helpful
I'll help you carry on
I'll assist you in persevering
For it won't be long
It won't take too long
'Til I'm gonna need
Until I require
Somebody to lean on
Somebody to rely on
Please swallow your pride
Please let go of your ego
If I have things you need to borrow
If I have something you need to use temporarily
For no one can fill those of your needs
Nobody else can meet your specific needs
That you won't let show
That you're choosing not to reveal
You just call on me brother, when you need a hand
You can count on me when you require assistance
We all need somebody to lean on
We all need someone to rely on
I just might have a problem that you'd understand
I may have a difficulty that you can relate to
If there is a load you have to bear
If there's something heavy you're trying to carry
That you can't carry
That you can't manage alone
I'm right up the road
I'm close by
I'll share your load
I'll help you carry it
Call me (if you need a friend)
Contact me if you need someone to talk to
Call me (call me)
Call me anytime
Call me (if you need a friend)
Call me if you're feeling alone
Call me (if you ever need a friend)
Call me anytime you need a friend
Call me (call me)
Don't hesitate to call me
Call me
Reach out to me
Call me (if you need a friend)
Get in touch with me if you want to talk
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Bill Withers
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Cliff Barrows
James Blackwood
Jessy Dixon
Danny Gaither
Howard and Vestal Goodman
Jim Hamil
Howard Hayes
LeBreeska Hemphill
Jake Hess
Jim Hill
Stephen Hill
Eva Mae Lefevre
Hovie Lister
Rex Nelon
Glen Payne
Rosa Nell Speer Powell
Mary Tom Speer Reid
George Beverly Shea
Ben Speer
Brock and Faye Speer
JD Sumner
Jack Toney
George Younce have all passed away. There are more original Gaither Homecoming Singers gone than there are present with us. I would've loved to have met Stephen Hill. I knew he was a teacher at Ben Speer's Stamps-Baxter School of Music.
@woetoyourass1369
RIP Stephen! You're greatly missed brother in Christ. Thank you for your contributions in the gospel world.
@fayetigue4983
Great singer and wonderful person ❤❤
@watchingmymouth
Thank God that Bill & Gloria made all these AWESOME recordings. Many of the singers have passed on to Glory to join the Heavenly Choir, but one day we will join them. Until then we can enjoy what is left of them via Youtube. God Bless
@kathrynmitchell6415
I, too, thank God that Bill & Gloria made these AWESOME recordings. What worries me is that Bill & Gloria will die and we won't get to hear this beautiful music anymore. Either that or because I'm old, now, I'll end up in a Nursing Home soon, and will have no way to hear this music. I love God, but I'm scared. Please pray for me !! God bless us all !!
@watchingmymouth
Prayers for you Kathryn Mitchell. Some nursing homes have cd players and dvd players. Let's pray that you never have to enter a nursing home, that the Lord will let you be healthy enough to live on your own or with some assistance. God Bless you.
@kathrynmitchell6415
Thank you, Susan!! Prayers for all of us !!!!
@540rollerman
I listen to Stephen Hill almost every day. He was the most humble person and loved God. I still miss him and I can't even imagine how his family feels.
@lucymaclarty1130
Can any of his family singling Stephen
@lucymaclarty1130
Sing like Stephen
@faithlebeesham.4450
Sorry i didn't know he has passed on.I'ts really painful to miss such a brother in Christ.I love your inspiring worship. R.I.P