Glee was an American musical comedy-drama television series that aired on t… Read Full Bio ↴Glee was an American musical comedy-drama television series that aired on the Fox network in the United States from May 19, 2009, to March 20, 2015. It focused on a high school show choir, also known as a glee club, set within the fictional William McKinley High School in Lima, Ohio.

Glee featured multiple major and secondary roles who have contributed vocals to the show: Lea Michele, Matthew Morrison, Dianna Agron, Cory Monteith, Amber Riley, Chris Colfer, Mark Salling, Jenna Ushkowitz, Kevin McHale, Naya Rivera, Heather Morris, Jayma Mays, Jane Lynch, Chord Overstreet, Darren Criss, Harry Shum, Jr., Damian McGinty, Vanessa Lengies, Samuel Larsen, Blake Jenner, Alex Newell, Melissa Benoist, Jacob Artist, and Dean Geyer. Numerous special guests have also featured on tracks, including Jonathan Groff, Kristin Chenoweth, Grant Gustin, Olivia Newton-John, John Stamos, Neil Patrick Harris, Idina Menzel, Charice, Gwyneth Paltrow, k.d. lang, Ricky Martin, Matt Bomer, Kate Hudson, and Sarah Jessica Parker.

The pilot episode of the show was broadcast on May 19, 2009 and the first season began airing on September 9, 2009. The show was created by Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk and Ian Brennan. Murphy selects all music featured within the series himself, with the intent of maintaining a balance between show tunes and chart hits. Songs featured on the show are available for digital download through iTunes up to two weeks before new episodes air, and through other digital outlets and mobile carriers a week later.

Their debut single, "Don't Stop Believin'", a cover of the 1981 Journey song, was a top ten hit, and was certified platinum in Australia and gold in the US. The group's cover of The All-American Rejects' "Gives You Hell" reached number one in Ireland, giving them their first number one single.

There has been Nineteen soundtracks released through Columbia Records: Glee: The Music, Volume 1, Glee: The Music, Volume 2, Glee: The Music, Volume 3 Showstoppers, Glee: The Music, The Christmas Album, Glee: The Music, Volume 4, Glee: The Music, Volume 5, Glee: The Music, Volume 6, Glee: The Music, Volume 7 and Glee: The Music, The Christmas Album Volume 2,Glee: The Music, Volume 7,Glee: The Music, The Graduation Album,Glee: The Music, Season 4, Volume 1,Glee: The Music, The Christmas Album Volume 3,Glee Sings the Beatles and Glee: The Music - Celebrating 100 Episodes.

Nineteen EPs have also been released: Glee: The Music, The Power of Madonna, Glee: The Music, Journey to Regionals,Glee: The Music, The Rocky Horror Glee Show.Glee: The Music, The Rocky Horror Glee Show,Glee: The Music, Love Songs,Glee: The Music, The Rocky Horror Glee Show,Glee: The Music, Love Songs,Glee: The Music, Dance Party,Britney 2.0,Glee: The Music Presents Glease,The Quarterback (Music from the TV Series),A Katy or a Gaga (Music from the Episode),Movin' Out,Glee: The Music, The Christmas Album Volume 4,City of Angels,New New York,Glee: The Music, Bash,Glee: The Music, Tested,Glee: The Music, Opening Night,Glee: The Music, the Back Up Plan,Glee: The Music, Old Dog, New Tricks,Glee: The Music – The Untitled Rachel Berry Project,Glee: The Music – Loser Like Me and Glee: The Music – Homecoming.

The cast is second behind The Beatles for most chart appearances by a group act in the Billboard Hot 100's history, and holds the record of sixth overall among all artists, with sixty-nine appearances. The cast has sold over thirty six million and over eleven million albums worldwide. The series' cover versions have also had a positive effect on the original recording artists, with sales of Rihanna's "Take a Bow" increasing by 189 percent after the song was covered in the Glee episode "Showmance".

The series features covers of numerous songs sung on-screen by the characters. Musical segments typically take the form of performances, as opposed to the characters singing spontaneously, as the intention is for the series to remain reality-based. Murphy is responsible for selecting all of the songs used, and strives to maintain a balance between show tunes and chart hits, as: "I want there to be something for everybody in every episode. That's a tricky mix, but that's very important — the balancing of that." Song choices are integral to script development, with Murphy explaining: "Each episode has a theme at its core. After I write the script, I will choose songs that help to move the story along."

Glee is choreographed by Zach Woodlee, and features five to eight production numbers per episode. Once music rights are cleared, songs are arranged and pre-recorded by the cast. Woodlee constructs the accompanying dance moves, which are then taught to the cast and filmed. Numbers can take several weeks to prepare, depending on complexity. Each episode costs at least $3 million to produce, and can take up to 10 days to film as a result of the elaborate choreography.

Lean on Me
Glee Cast Lyrics

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Sometimes in our lives
We all have pain
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
For it won't be long
'Til I'm gonna need
Somebody to lean on

Please! (please)
Swallow your pride (pride)
If I have things
You need to borrow
(For) for no one can fill
Those of your needs
That you wont let show

So just call (call) on me brother (hey)
When you need a hand (When you need a hand)
We all need (need) somebody to lean on!
(I just might have a problem)
I just might have a problem that you'll understand
We all need somebody to lean on!

Lean on me (hey)
When you're not strong (When you're not strong)
I'll be your friend (I'll be your friend)
And I'll help you carry on (help you carry on)
For it won't be long (oh it won't be long)
'Til I'm gonna need somebody to lean on

(Just lean on me) you just call on me brother (hey)
When you need a hand (when you need a hand)
We all need (need) somebody to lean on! (somebody to lean on)
(I just might) I just might have a problem that you'll understand
We all need somebody to lean on!
(Oh) lean on me

If (if)
There is a load! (there is a load)
You have to bare (you have to bare)
That you can't carry
I'm (I'm higher) right up the road
I'll share your load
If you just call me

Call me (I'm calling)
Call me (when you need a friend)
Call me (call me)
Call me (call me) (when you need a friend)
Call me (when you need a friend)
Call me (if you need a friend)
Call me (any time of day)
Call me (Ooh)

It won't be long 'til I'm gonna need somebody to lean on, lean on, lean on
Lean on lean on lean on me (when you need a friend)
Lean on lean on lean on me lean on me
You can lean on me
I'm gonna need (somebody) somebody to lean on

I'm gonna need somebody to lean on (somebody to lean on)
Yeah

Overall Meaning

The song "Lean on Me" by Glee Cast talks about the struggles of life that everyone goes through at some point. It highlights the importance of the support system and how one must lean on their friends during tough times. The lyrics emphasize the fact that everyone needs someone to lean on at some point or another. The song inspires people to be humble and honest enough to ask their friends for help whenever they need it.

The central theme of the song is friendship and the unconditional support that friends are expected to offer. The lyrics proclaim that if one leans on a friend, they will help carry the load and make it easier. The song also acknowledges that there is no shame in admitting that one needs help as everyone experiences hardships at some point in their lives. The song's message is universal, and it resonates with each and every one of us who has leaned on our friends during challenging times in our lives.

Overall, "Lean on Me" is a powerful song that underscores the importance of genuine friendship and mutual support. It reminds us that we are not alone in our struggles and that we can always count on our friends to lean on.

Line by Line Meaning

Sometimes in our lives
There are times when we experience difficulties

We all have pain
Regardless of who we are, pain is inevitable

We all have sorrow
Sorrow is also something that all of us experience at different points in our lives

But if we are wise
If we are intelligent, we will know

We know that there's always tomorrow
That tomorrow brings hope

Lean on me!
Count on me, rely on me

When you're not strong
When things get tough

And I'll be your friend
I will be there to support you

I'll help you carry on
I will help you keep going

For it won't be long
Because it won't be a very long time

'Til I'm gonna need
Before I find myself in a position where I require

Somebody to lean on
Someone to rely on

Please! (please)
I'm requesting

Swallow your pride (pride)
Put aside your ego

If I have things
In case I have items or possessions

You need to borrow
That you require the use of

(For) for no one can fill
Because no one else can provide

Those of your needs
Those things that you require

That you won't let show
That you keep hidden

So just call (call) on me brother (hey)
Simply reach out to me, my sibling

When you need a hand (when you need a hand)
When you need assistance

We all need (need) somebody to lean on!
It is human nature to require someone to rely on

(I just might have a problem)
(I might be experiencing some challenges)

I just might have a problem that you'll understand
I may have difficulties that you can relate to

Lean on me (hey)
Rely on me

For it won't be long (oh it won't be long)
Because it won't be very long

'Til I'm gonna need somebody to lean on
Before I need someone to rely on

(Just lean on me) you just call on me brother (hey)
(Just rely on me) Just reach out to me, my sibling

We all need (need) somebody to lean on! (somebody to lean on)
It is human nature to require someone to rely on

(I just might) I just might have a problem that you'll understand
(I might be facing challenges that you can relate to)

(Oh) lean on me
(Oh) Rely on me

If (if)
In the event that

There is a load! (there is a load)
You bear a heavy burden

You have to bare (you have to bare)
You have to carry alone

That you can't carry
That is too heavy for you

I'm (I'm higher) right up the road
I am nearby

I'll share your load
I will help you carry it

If you just call me
If you just ask for my help

Call me (I'm calling)
Request my help (I am offering it)

Call me (when you need a friend)
Contact me for assistance when you require a friend

Call me (call me)
Request my help (ask me for assistance)

Call me (call me) (when you need a friend)
Request my help (ask me for assistance) when you are in need of a friend

Call me (when you need a friend)
Contact me for assistance when you require a friend

Call me (if you need a friend)
If you need a friend, contact me

Call me (any time of day)
You can contact me for assistance at any time of day

Call me (Ooh)
Request my help (asks for assistance)

It won't be long 'til I'm gonna need somebody to lean on, lean on, lean on
Before long, I will require someone to rely on

Lean on lean on lean on me (when you need a friend)
Rely on me when you require a friend

Lean on lean on lean on me lean on me
Count on me, rely on me

You can lean on me
You can count on me

I'm gonna need (somebody) somebody to lean on
I will require someone to rely on

I'm gonna need somebody to lean on (somebody to lean on)
I will require someone to rely on

Yeah
An expression of general agreement.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Bill Withers

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Sometimes in our lives
We all have pain
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
For it won't be long
'Til I'm gonna need
Somebody to lean on
Please (please)
Swallow your pride (pride)
If I have things
You need to borrow
(For) for no one can fill
Those of your needs
That you won't let show
So just call (call) on me brother (hey)
When you need a hand (When you need a hand)
We all need (need) somebody to lean on
(I just might have a problem)
I just might have a problem that you'll understand
We all need somebody to lean on
Lean on me (hey)
When you're not strong (When you're not strong)
I'll be your friend (I'll be your friend)
I'll help you carry on (help you carry on)
For it wont be long (o it wont be long)
'Til I'm gonna need somebody to lean on
When you need a hand (when you need a hand)
We all need (need) somebody to lean on (somebody to lean on)
(I just might) I just might have a problem that you'll understand
We all need somebody to lean on
Lean on me
If (If)
There is a load (there is a load)
You have to bare (you have to bare)
That you can't carry
I'm (I'm higher) right up the road
I'll share your load
If you just call me
Call me (I'm calling)
Call me (when you need a friend)
Call me (call me)
Call me (call me) (when you need a friend)
Call me (when you need a friend)
Call me (if you need a friend)
Call me (any time of day)
Call me
It won't be long till I'm gonna need somebody to lean on, lean on, lean on
Lean on, lean on, lean on me, when you need a friend
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I'm gonna need (somebody) somebody to lean on
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@karenshear4169

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Hummingbird to BFF. Sing it loud, sing it often, and know it's our destiny to:

"Lean on me
When you're not strong
And I'll be your friend
I'll help you carry on...

"Whatever we do, wherever we go, we're gonna go through it together!"

Hugs across the miles!

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