Born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, Brickman enrolled in the Cleveland Institute of Music taking courses in composition and performance, while taking business classes at Case Western Reserve University. His music career started when he was nineteen, when Jim Henson hired him to write tunes for Sesame Street. He was also hired to write commercial jingles while in college.
Brickman writes a wide variety of music. Besides his piano compositions and love songs, he has also created arrangements of other songs. Several of his albums feature arrangements of children's music; he has produced two Christmas-themed albums The Gift (1997) and Peace (2003); and his 2005 album Grace concentrates on arrangements of well-known Christian music.
Jim Brickman has also starred in the now-on-DVD PBS specials "My Romance: An Evening with Jim Brickman", "Love Songs & Lullabies" and "The Disney Songbook." In 2006, he sponsored his first Jim Brickman Valentine's Day Cruise with Carnival Cruise Lines which has become an annual event.
That's What I'm Here For
Jim Brickman Lyrics
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i'm here now
we'll get through this
somehow
sometimes this world, it cuts
like a knife
baby, baby that's life
please believe i understand
when my last days are
harder than strife
that's when i come to you
CHORUS
that's what i'm here for, baby
that's what our love can do
you won't shed a tear for
the rest of your life
i'll make it clear
that's what i'm here for
when my faith is wearin' thin
i feel your breath upon my skin
all of your heartaches, all of your fears
i'll make 'em dissapear
with one smile
with one kiss
i feel how close have i missed
i know my days are harder than strife
that's when i come to you
CHORUS
oh, what i'm here for
i only want to please you
and can't you see, i need you?
i only want to love you
and thats what i'm here for
im here for
im her foooooooooor
The song "That's What I'm Here For" by Jim Brickman is a ballad that illustrates the essence of love and trust in a relationship. The singer tells his lover to dry her tears and trust him to make everything better. He acknowledges that life can be painful and cutting, but he promises to be there to help get them through tough times. The lyrics suggest that true love can conquer anything and that through the support of one another, they can move forward together.
The singer also acknowledges his vulnerability in the relationship, stating that when his faith wavers, he feels her breath on his skin and that it gives him the strength to carry on. He reassures his lover that he can make all her heartaches and fears disappear with a simple smile or a kiss. He emphasizes that he only wants to love and please her, and that he needs her as much as she needs him.
Overall, the song paints a picture of a relationship based on mutual trust, unconditional love, and support. It highlights the importance of being there for one another during the tough times and the good times.
Line by Line Meaning
dry your eyes
I see you're upset, and I'm here to comfort you
i'm here now
I want you to know that I'm present and available for you
we'll get through this
I'm here to support you and help you overcome whatever challenges come our way
somehow
Even when things seem impossible, I'm committed to finding a solution
sometimes this world, it cuts like a knife
Life can be difficult and painful, but I'm here to help you heal
baby, baby that's life
As hard as it is sometimes, we have to accept the ups and downs of life
please believe i understand
I'm empathetic and can relate to what you're going through
put yourself into my hand
Trust me to guide you through this difficult time
when my last days are harder than strife
Even when I'm struggling, I will support you and be there for you
that's when i come to you
I'll never abandon you, even when I'm struggling myself
that's what i'm here for, baby
I'm here to love and support you, no matter what
that's what our love can do
Our love can conquer any obstacle that life throws our way
you won't shed a tear for the rest of your life
Together, we will create a life free from sadness and pain
i'll make it clear
I want you to know without a doubt that I'll always be there for you
when my faith is wearin' thin
Even when I'm struggling to hold on, I'll stay true to our relationship
i feel your breath upon my skin
Your presence comforts me and gives me the strength I need
all of your heartaches, all of your fears
I'll take on your pain and fear as my own
i'll make 'em disappear
With my love and support, I can help you overcome anything
with one smile
Your happiness brings me joy, and I'll do anything to see you smile
with one kiss
Our physical connection is a source of comfort and strength for me
i feel how close have I missed
I see now how much you mean to me and how much you need my support
that's when i come to you
I'll always be here for you, no matter what
oh, what i'm here for
I'm here to love and support you unconditionally
i only want to please you
I'll do anything to make you happy and comfortable
and can't you see, i need you?
You mean everything to me, and I rely on your love and support just as much as you rely on mine
i only want to love you
My love for you is unwavering and unconditional
and that's what i'm here for
My purpose in life is to love and support you, no matter what
im here for
You can always count on me to be here for you
Contributed by Mackenzie R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Miguel Alberto
Thank you for this. Not on spotify. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Miguel Alberto
Lily anak, I miss you.