Holloway did not fit the Motown mold well. She lived in Los Angeles, not Detroit. She also had a grittier edge than the typical polished Motown performer, and wrote songs as well as sang them, which was unprecedented for a female Motown artist. Brenda Hollowy inspired many pop artists, including The Beatles who asked her to perform as the opening act on their 1965 tour of the U.S. She was the only female to open for them.
I'll Be Available
Brenda Holloway Lyrics
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For my answer you don't have to wait now; let me give you mine
(I'll be available) every day
(I'll be available) whenever you say
When every ship in the sea has become unsailable
You can call on me; I'll be available
You can date every girl in the town now, every girl you see
I don't mind, I'm the patient kind; when you get around to me
(I'll be available) when you're all alone
(I'll be available) just ring my phone
When you need a love that is unfailable
You can call on me; I'll be available
I don't care if you neglect me, just as long as I have my turn
& whatever I'm doing when you call me
I have to drop it, I have to stop it
You can write every girl in the whole wide world sweet love letters
When they hurt your pride & you decide you can't do no better
(I'll be available) & it's no lie
(I'll be available) I'm your old stand-by
When US Mail is no longer mailable
You can call on me; I'll be available, oh yeah
(instrumental)
Well now, when US Mail is no longer mailable
You can call on me
(I'll be available) when everyone else puts you down
(I'll be available) whenever you want me around
(I'll be available) when everyone else leaves you behind
(I'll be available) whenever you make up your mind
...& fade
In Brenda Holloway's song "I'll Be Available," the singer is expressing her unwavering availability and loyalty to her romantic interest. She tells him that he doesn't have to wait to ask her out on a date, as she is always available and willing to go out with him. She is patient and understanding, even if he chooses to date other women before getting around to her. She promises to drop anything she is doing when he calls her, regardless of what it is. Basically, the song is a declaration of her love and dedication to this person.
The lyrics of this song speak to devotion and loyalty. The singer is expressing her unwavering commitment to the person she loves, stating that she will always be available to them. She is willing to wait patiently for them to choose her, no matter how many other people they might date before realizing that she is the one for them. This kind of love is not often celebrated in popular music, which often focuses on lust or unrequited love. Instead, "I'll Be Available" is a song about true devotion and the kind of love that lasts a lifetime.
In conclusion, Brenda Holloway's song "I'll Be Available" is a beautiful testament to the power of devotion and loyalty in a romantic relationship. The lyrics speak to the kind of love that endures, no matter what challenges may come. Holloway's powerful vocals and soulful delivery only add to the emotion and depth of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
In case you wanna ask me for a date now, any day, any time
You don't have to wait to ask me for a date. I'm available whenever you're ready.
For my answer you don't have to wait now; let me give you mine
I won't hesitate to tell you that I'm available to be with you.
(I'll be available) every day
I'm available to you every single day.
(I'll be available) whenever you say
I'm always ready to be by your side whenever you want me.
When every ship in the sea has become unsailable
Even if everything seems hopeless and out of reach, I'll still be there for you.
You can call on me; I'll be available
You can rely on me to be there for you when you need me.
You can date every girl in the town now, every girl you see
You can see other girls, but I'll still be here waiting for you.
I don't mind, I'm the patient kind; when you get around to me
I'm not bothered by waiting. I'll still be here whenever you're ready to be with me.
(I'll be available) when you're all alone
Whenever you're feeling lonely, just know that I'm available to be with you.
(I'll be available) just ring my phone
Just give me a call and I'll be there for you.
When you need a love that is unfailable
When you're looking for love that won't let you down, I'll be there for you.
I don't care if you neglect me, just as long as I have my turn
It doesn't matter if you don't pay attention to me now, as long as I know I'll have my chance to be with you eventually.
& whatever I'm doing when you call me
No matter what I'm doing, I'll drop it to be there for you.
You can write every girl in the whole wide world sweet love letters
You can search for love all over, but I'll still be here waiting for you.
When they hurt your pride & you decide you can't do no better
When you're feeling low, just know that I'm here to lift you up and be there for you.
(I'll be available) & it's no lie
I'm not just saying this, it's the truth that I'll always be available to you.
(I'll be available) I'm your old stand-by
I'm the one you can always count on to be there for you.
When US Mail is no longer mailable
Even if communication fails, I'll still be here for you.
Well now, when US Mail is no longer mailable
Just to emphasize, even if there's no way to communicate, I'll still be there.
(I'll be available) when everyone else puts you down
When others bring you down, I'll always be here to lift you up.
(I'll be available) whenever you want me around
Whenever you want me to be there, I'll be there for you.
(I'll be available) when everyone else leaves you behind
When others abandon you, I'll still be here for you.
(I'll be available) whenever you make up your mind
Whenever you decide you're ready to be with me, I'll be here for you.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: SMOKEY ROBINSON, WILLIAM ROBINSON JR.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
westpoint64
I've never heard this before. The Funk Brothers are on it, you can tell that, so that's good. Brenda gives a good performance and the melody is decent.
Darryl Lewis
Smokey rhymes
Sheila Gandy
Back in the day there were some serious Brothers that you'd actually wait for.! Real Players!!!!!!
Sheila Palmer
Sheila Gandy you are the real deal
Highland Fleet Lute
Unmitigatedly mightily marvellous. *****.
jackie bessard
Well alright y’all ~ I know y’all know this ✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾
Angel Perez
Great song time less
Ady Manifold
Thanks Dawn. ktf Ady