Josh Turner is a country artist who describes his music as South Carolina Lowcountry. His voice and musical style has often been compared to that of Johnny Cash's. Hailing from the Hannah, South Carolina, Josh moved to Nashville in 1996 to study music at Belmont University. It was there that he met his current wife, Jennifer Ford, whom he married in 2003. During that same year, he released his debut album, Long Black Train. The title song "Long Black Train" peaked at #13 on Billboard's US Country chart, staying on the charts for over 40 weeks.
Your Man, Josh's 2nd album, was released early 2006. The first single was the title track, "Your Man," which eventually climbed all the way to number 1. His big hit, though, was his second single, "Would You Go With Me." This song solidified the album's soon platinum status. His Christian-themed "Me and God" was released as a single on the Christian radio circuit. It was a moderate success, and was eventually released as a single on the Country radio.
"Time Is Love," is the first single from Josh Turner's fifth studio album. It finds him turning the phrase "time is money" on its head: ("Time is love / Gotta run / Love to hang longer but I got someone who waits / Waits for me and right now she's where I need to be / Time is love, gotta run.") The song was released digitally on December 20, 2011 and for radio adds on January 8, 2012. (Time Is Love Songfacts)
I'll be there
Josh Turner Lyrics
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Need a piggyback ride or a birthday clown
Need a song to take you to sleepy town I'll be there
When you need a coach or you need a fan
Need a castle built out of ocean sand
Or a rainbow chaser, I'm your man
I'll be there
I'll be a tear dryer
A paper airplane flier
A monster runner-offer if you get scared
I'll be a sap I'll be a sucker
A story maker-upper
Anytime, anything, anywhere
I'll be there
When you break your heart or skin your knee
Need a big ol' hug
Or a bowl of ice cream
I promise you can count on me
I'll be a heart mender
A prayer sender
A hoper and believer, when it's all up in the air
A strong and steady shoulder, I'll be a secret holder
Anytime, anything, anywhere
I'll be there
If you need a frown turned to a grin
Or you need a hand just to hold your hand
Need a daddy or you just need a friend
I'll be there
I'll be there
I'll be there
In Josh Turner’s song ‘I’ll Be There’, the singer promises to always be there for the person he loves no matter what they might need. He promises to be their coach, fan, rainbow chaser, tear dryer, paper airplane flier, and monster runner-offer. He promises to mend their broken heart, be a steady shoulder, and a secret holder. It’s a song about being someone’s safe harbor, protector, and companion through all of life’s highs and lows. Whether they need a friend, a shoulder to cry on, or someone to help them chase their dreams, the singer promises that he will be there for them always.
The first verse of the song is about physical needs such as needing a ride or a clown for their birthday party, and the second verse focuses more on emotional needs such as needing someone to mend their heart, give them a hug, or just be a friend. The chorus ties it all together with the repeated promise that the singer will always be there for the person he loves, in any situation.
Overall, the song is a touching tribute to the real meaning of love— being selfless, supportive, and always being there for the one you love.
Line by Line Meaning
When you need picked up 'cause you fell down
In moments of weakness or defeat, I'll be there to lift you up and provide emotional support.
Need a piggyback ride or a birthday clown
I'm willing to go out of my way to make you happy, whether that means giving you a piggyback ride or hiring a birthday clown for your special day.
Need a song to take you to sleepy town I'll be there
If you're having trouble sleeping, I'll be there to sing you a lullaby and help you drift off comfortably.
When you need a coach or you need a fan
Whenever you need guidance or support, I'll be there to cheer you on and help you succeed.
Need a castle built out of ocean sand
I'm willing to help you build grand, imaginary dreams and bring them to life.
Or a rainbow chaser, I'm your man
I'm willing to pursue even the most elusive, magical dreams with you and help you find the beauty in life.
I'll be a tear dryer
In moments of sadness or distress, I'll be there to comfort you and dry your tears.
A paper airplane flier
I'm willing to play and indulge in childhood interests with you, even something as simple as making and flying paper airplanes.
A monster runner-offer if you get scared
If you experience fear, I'll be there to protect you and help you overcome the things that scare you the most.
I'll be a sap I'll be a sucker
I'm willing to be emtional and let my guard down with you, exposing my weaknesses, and demonstrate vulnerability in order to empathize with you better.
A story maker-upper
I'm willing to stimulate your imagination and creativeness to help you create stories that you will cherish and remember for the rest of your life.
Anytime, anything, anywhere
I'm here to support you regardless of the situation, time of day, or what it entails. No matter what, I'll always be there for you.
When you break your heart or skin your knee
I'm here to help and take care of you in moments of physical and emotional pain, and help you recover.
Need a big ol' hug
Sometimes, all we need is a warm, comforting embrace to help us feel better, and I'm here for that.
Or a bowl of ice cream
I'm willing to indulge in comfort food with you and help you enjoy simple pleasures in life.
I promise you can count on me
Above all, I promise to be reliable and with you through thick and thin, providing love and support all the time.
I'll be a heart mender
In moments of heartbreak or emotional distress, I'll be there to provide comfort and help you heal your wounds.
A prayer sender
I'm here to pray for you and with you, and offer you spiritual support in times of need.
A hoper and believer, when it's all up in the air
In moments when things seem hopeless and impossible, I'll be there to instill hope and faith in you, and to help you persevere and overcome the challenges in your life.
A strong and steady shoulder, I'll be a secret holder
I'm here to provide you with a stable and strong support system, one that can be relied on even in moments of stress and confusion. And I'll hold and treasure your secrets like they were my own.
If you need a frown turned to a grin
I'm here to make you laugh, and to help turn even the gloomiest days into happy ones.
Or you need a hand just to hold your hand
When you need someone to hold your hand and offer you physical comfort, I'll be there with no doubt or hesitation.
Need a daddy or you just need a friend
Whether you need a paternal figure or a friend, I'm here to fulfill whatever role you need me to play in your life.
I'll be there
At the end of the day, I'll always be there for you and will do whatever it takes to help you feel loved, supported, and cared for.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Gary Nichols, John Paul White
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