Reach Out
Funk Brothers Lyrics


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Now if you feel that you can't go on
Because all of your hope is gone,
And your life is filled with much confusion
Until happiness is just an illusion,
And your world around is crumblin' down;
Darling, reach out (come on girl, reach on out for me)
Reach out (reach out for me.)
I'll be there, with a love that will shelter you.
I'll be there, with a love that will see you through.
I'll be there to always see you through.

When you feel lost and about to give up
'Cause your best just ain't good enough
And you feel the world has grown cold,
And you're drifting out all on your own,
And you need a hand to hold:
Darling, reach out (come on girl, reach out for me)
Reach out (reach out for me.)
I'll be there, to love and comfort you,
And I'll be there, to cherish and care for you.
I'll be there to love and comfort you.

I can tell the way you hang your head,
You're without love and now you're afraid
And through your tears you look around,
But there's no peace of mind to be found.
I know what you're thinkin',
You're alone now, no love of your own,
But darling, reach out (come on girl, reach out for me)
Reach out (reach out for me.)
Just look over your shoulder




I'll be there, to give you all the love you need,
And I'll be there, you can always depend on me.

Overall Meaning

The Funk Brothers' song "Reach Out I'll Be There" is a powerful message of support and encouragement to anyone going through a tough time. The lyrics, sung with soulful conviction, offer reassurance and comfort to someone who feels like they are alone and lost.


The opening verse sets the tone for the song, describing the feeling of hopelessness and confusion that can overwhelm someone in a difficult situation. The chorus offers a lifeline, urging the person to reach out and "come on girl, reach out for me" – promising to be there with a love that will shelter and see them through.


The second verse speaks directly to the feelings of inadequacy and isolation that can make a person feel like giving up. The chorus repeats the promise of love and support, with an added emphasis on the importance of comfort and care.


In the final verse, the singer acknowledges the pain and fear that the person feels, and offers a reminder that they are not truly alone – that there is someone who will always be there for them. The song ends on a note of unconditional love and support, with the repeated phrase "you can always depend on me."


Overall, "Reach Out I'll Be There" is a song of hope and encouragement, offering a message of love and support to anyone who needs it.


Line by Line Meaning

Now if you feel that you can't go on
If you're feeling like you can't continue


Because all of your hope is gone,
Because you've lost all hope


And your life is filled with much confusion
And you're feeling very confused with life


Until happiness is just an illusion,
To the point where happiness seems impossible to achieve


And your world around is crumblin' down;
And your world seems to be crumbling before your eyes


Darling, reach out (come on girl, reach on out for me)
Dear, don't hesitate to ask for my help


Reach out (reach out for me.)
Don't hesitate to reach out for help


I'll be there, with a love that will shelter you.
I'll be there to provide you with warmth and safety


I'll be there, with a love that will see you through.
I'll be there to guide you through the tough times with love


I'll be there to always see you through.
I'll always be there to help you through tough times


When you feel lost and about to give up
When you're feeling lost and ready to quit


'Cause your best just ain't good enough
Because you don't feel like you're doing your best


And you feel the world has grown cold,
And you feel like the world is heartless


And you're drifting out all on your own,
And you feel like you're on your own


And you need a hand to hold:
And you need someone to hold on to


Darling, reach out (come on girl, reach out for me)
Dear, don't hesitate to ask for my help


Reach out (reach out for me.)
Don't hesitate to reach out for help


I'll be there, to love and comfort you,
I'll be there to provide love and comfort


And I'll be there, to cherish and care for you.
I'll be there to hold you dear and take care of you


I'll be there to love and comfort you.
I'll always be there to provide love and comfort


I can tell the way you hang your head,
I can see how you're feeling by the way you look down


You're without love and now you're afraid
You don't have anyone to love and now you're scared


And through your tears you look around,
Through your tears, you're searching for some comfort


But there's no peace of mind to be found.
But you can't seem to find any peace of mind


I know what you're thinkin',
I know what you're thinking


You're alone now, no love of your own,
You're feeling isolated without anyone to care for you


But darling, reach out (come on girl, reach out for me)
But my dear, don't hesitate to ask for my help


Reach out (reach out for me.)
Don't hesitate to reach out for help


Just look over your shoulder
Just take a moment to glance over your shoulder


I'll be there, to give you all the love you need,
I'll be there to provide you with all the love you require


And I'll be there, you can always depend on me.
I'll always be there for you when you need me




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Edward Holland Jr., Lamont Dozier, Brian Holland

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Comments from YouTube:

@ricodet1675

Even without the vocals these songs stand on their own! So proud that Motown is from my hometown!

@captainkeyboard1007

You are absolutely right. The Funk Brothers were the lifeblood of Motown. I should have known long time ago that they played music for the various singing groups and artists.

@veraolson5087

Ditto

@captainkeyboard1007

Motown music will always stand the test of time. No wonder why it is my speed.

@janhelmle8173

Of course you can be very proud. The Funk brothers are one of the finest Bands in history.

@larrywoodruff7530

These guys played a HUGE part in the success of Motown, never realized how much till now.

@paulstamp4106

A prodigious output of pure talent ❤

@Baileytheferret1

they are such geniuses yet no one knows who they are its so sad anyone can sing but to master an instrument and play it so well it is truly a blessing and its so sad that no one knows of there extroadinary talent theyre truly gifted and they have not been put to fame yet

@SunnyIlha

There's a vibe that just exudes out into your body. It's sensual.

@ra15899550

That "galloping horse" intro was genius. Welcome to the genius song writing and arranging minds of Eddie Holland, Lamont Dozier, and Brian Holland. THE song writing team of the 1960's no doubt!!

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