From their debut album, Love, Life, and Pain, which showed up in 1986, they scored four consecutive hits: "Jealousy" (essentially a rewrite of and response to Timex Social Club's hit "Rumours"), "Situation #9", a remake of Bill Withers' "Lean on Me", and "Why You Treat Me So Bad". The latter two both made it to #2 on the R&B charts the next year, with "Lean On Me" becoming a huge pop hit.
Foster and McElroy soon left to form their own group and focus on producing other acts, and Pratter eventually left as well. The replacements were David Agent and Kevin Irving. The group's next albums - beginning with Listen To The Message - were laced with an evolving social consciousness, though they weren't as successful commercially as the debut. Notable recordings include a dancehall-influenced version of the gospel classic "Oh Happy Day" from the album A New Beginning.
Albums
Life, Love and Pain (1986) #2 R&B, #6 Pop
Listen To The Message (1988) #44 R&B, #98 Pop
Under A Nouveau Groove (1989) #39 R&B
A New Beginning (1992) #80 R&B
Singles
"Jealousy" (1986) #8 R&B
"Situation #9" (1986) #4 R&B
"Lean On Me" (1987) #1 Pop, #2 R&B
"Why You Treat Me So Bad" (1987) #39 Pop, #2 R&B
"Heavy On My Mind" (1988) #42 R&B
"No Friend Of Mine" (1989) #12 R&B
"Oh Happy Day" (1992) #45 R&B
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Club Nouveau Lyrics
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We all have sorrow
But if we are wise
We know that there's always tomorrow
Lean on me, when you're not strong
And I'll be your friend
I'll help you carry on
'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
We all need somebody to lean on
I just might have a problem that you'll understand
We all need somebody to lean on
Lean on me, when you're not strong
And I'll be your friend
I'll help you carry on
For it won't be long
'Til I'm gonna need
Somebody to lean on
You just call on me brother, when you need a hand
We all need somebody to lean on
I just might have a problem that you'll understand
We all need somebody to lean on
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 (call me)
If you need a friend (call me) call me uh huh(call me) if you need a friend (call me)
If you ever need a friend (call me)
Call me (call me) call me (call me) call me
(Call me) call me (call me) if you need a friend
(Call me) call me (call me) call me (call me) call me (call me) call me (call me)
Club Nouveau's 1986 hit "Lean on Me" is a soulful rendition of the late Bill Withers' song of the same name. The song speaks to the importance of friendship, compassion, and empathy. It also acknowledges the fact that we all experience pain and sorrow in life, but we shouldn't lose hope because there's always tomorrow.
The song's opening lines, "Sometimes in our lives we all have pain, we all have sorrow, but if we are wise, we know that there's always tomorrow," set the tone for the whole song. It's a reminder that, no matter what we're going through, we shouldn't give up hope because there's always a chance that things will get better. The chorus, "Lean on me, when you're not strong, and I'll be your friend, I'll help you carry on," reiterates the importance of friendship and support. It's a call to action, encouraging us to be there for our friends and loved ones, and to reach out for help when we need it.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes in our lives we all have pain
Life has its ups and downs, and everyone at some point goes through pain
We all have sorrow
Just like pain, sorrow is also a common human experience
But if we are wise
Being wise means to understand the temporary nature of pain and sorrow and not lose hope
We know that there's always tomorrow
There's always a chance for a better day and a brighter future if we keep going
Lean on me, when you're not strong
Don't hesitate to reach out for help when you're feeling vulnerable or weak
And I'll be your friend
I'll be there for you as a supportive and caring friend
I'll help you carry on
I'll lend a helping hand to make sure you don't give up
For it won't be long
The difficult time won't last forever
'Til I'm gonna need
At some point, I may also need your help and support
Somebody to lean on
Just like you can lean on me, I can also lean on you when I'm going through tough times
Please swallow your pride
Don't let your pride prevent you from seeking help or borrowing things you need
If I have things you need to borrow
If there are things that I have and you need, feel free to ask and borrow from me
For no one can fill those of your needs
There are certain needs that only you can fulfill or satisfy
That you won't let show
Sometimes we hide our vulnerabilities and needs from others and suffer alone as a result
You just call on me brother, when you need a hand
Whenever you need help or support, just give me a call and I'll be there for you
If there is a load you have to bear
If there's a heavy burden or responsibility weighing you down
That you can't carry
If the load is too difficult for you to carry on your own
I'm right up the road
I'm nearby and ready to assist you
I'll share your load
I'm willing to help you with your burden and share the weight
If you ever need a friend (call me)
Don't ever hesitate to call me when you need a friend
Call me (call me) call me (call me) call me
I'm always here for you, so call me anytime
(Call me) call me (call me) if you need a friend
If you're feeling lonely or need someone to talk to, just give me a call
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG Rights Management, Songtrust Ave
Written by: Bill Withers
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@francisbee7639
One of my fave songs 🎵 of all time!!! ❤🔥❤ Absolutely love this tune 😍
@rethacarter3114
Love this song great memories
@sanfordtaylor486
ONE of the favorite songs ❤❤❤❤❤
@markell598
Brought it as soon as it came out need to be played loud Black on Black Love natural embrace ❤
@c.honorable497
Listen! This is it right here! When slow dancing was in. So many memories with this one.
@AManOfEarth
Slow Dancing is still in. But to create a floor stopping single dancer sequence to this took practice. All Nations, Hackney, London (Soul Floor 3) and I did it-and with a step pacer I wiped the floor next time with Tony! Toni! Tone!'s "It Never Rains In Southern California." As I started dancing I confidently used the entire centre line of the full floor and it quickly cleared with everyone as my audience. There was only me and my step pacer remaining and the DJ (a lovely guy with dreads and a limp) was calling my name all night afterwards. I used to get special requests after that and gave the guy new tracks I heard on the Jeff Young Friday Evening Soul and US Charts Countdown Show-when radio 1 was a station. Then Burt booted Jeff out and put in that fake Pete Tong as Burt thought there was no demand for soul and R&B! That was January 1991. What memories.
@GunninRebel55
Yes indeed Jay King showed up and showed out on this track. Pure brilliance.
@ronicathomas8002
Yes juke joint dancing ..thats whats popping .i love it..grew up on 70's 80's music.... Im a 70's baby..the baby girl in my family..every since i was born my parents was blasting playing real music & we still do with nieces & nephews..bring them in this world playing real soul music
@meonly8071
This was popping back then what a jam when this came out in da UK peeps were going mad for this song .
@ksk_u
この曲、大好き！😁