Another version of the remix was released for radio airplay, titled "I'll Be There for You/You're All I Need to Get By (Puff Daddy Mix)", which was produced by Sean "Puffy" Combs and Trackmasters. The Puff Daddy version of the song contains a new instrumental which includes a repeated sample ("Lie together, cry together/I swear to God I hope we fuckin' die together") from The Notorious B.I.G.'s "Me & My Bitch". The song sold over 800,000 copies and was certified platinum by the RIAA.
The song (all versions) peaked at #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart on June 3, 1995. The song reached #1 on the R&B singles chart in the May 20, 1995 issue of Billboard Magazine, a position it held for three weeks. The song won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group in 1996. "I'll Be There for You/You're All I Need to Get By" appears on Radio 1 Established 1967, a compilation album celebrating the 40th anniversary of BBC Radio 1.
The song appears in the 2005 video game Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories in the in-game radio station The Liberty Jam.
In 2008, the song was ranked #44 on VH1's "100 Greatest Songs of Hip Hop" list.
In 2012, Complex ranked the song #1 on its list of "The 25 Best Hip-Hop Love Songs."
In a July 2012 interview with Complex magazine, Jean Claude "Poke" Olivier—one-half of the production team the Trackmasters —claimed they were the actual producers behind the "Puff Daddy" remix, but were never properly credited for it. The Trackmasters claim that they were only credited as session musicians for programming the drums while Combs was credited as the producer.
In 2019, Mary J. Blige performed "I'll Be There For You/You're All I Need to Get By" with Method Man during her BET Awards Lifetime Achievement Award performance.
I'll Be There For You / You're All I Need To Get By
Method Man Lyrics
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I took one look at you
And it was plain to see
You were my destiny
You're all (you're all)
I need (all I need)
To get by (to get by)
I need (all I need)
To get by (yeah, ay)
Check it out
Shorty I'm there for you anytime you need me
For real girl, it's me in your world, believe me
Nothin' make a man feel better than a woman
Queen with a crown that be down for whatever
There are few things that's forever, my lady
We can make war or make babies
Back when I was nothin'
You made a brother feel like he was somethin'
That's why I'm with you to this day boo, no frontin'
Even when the skies were gray
You would rub me on my back and say, "Baby it'll be okay"
Now that's real to a brother like me, baby
Never ever give my- away and keep it tight, a'ight
And I'ma walk these dogs so we can live
In a phat crib with thousands of kids
Word life you don't need a ring to be my wife
Just be there for me and I'ma make sure we
Be livin' in the lap of luxury
I'm realizing that you didn't have to wit' me
But you did, now I'm going all out kid
And I got mad love to give, you my nigga
You're all (you're all)
I need
To get by (you're all, all I need)
You're all (you're all)
I need
To get by (all I need, all I need)
I got a love jones for your body and your skin tone
Five minutes alone I'm already on the bone
Plus I love the fact you got a mind of your own
No need to shop around you got the good- at home
Even if I'm locked up North you in the world
Rockin' three-fourths of cloth
Never showin' your stuff off, boo
It be true me for you that's how it is
I can be your Noah, you can be my Wiz
Then I can be your sun, you can be my earth
Resurrect the God through birth
Best believe
You're all that I need, I'll be there for you
If you keep it real with me, I'll keep it real wit'chu (you're all)
Loving your whole steeze, it be in there boo (I need)
On top of that you got the good power-U (to get by)
You're all that I need, I'll be there for you
If you keep it real with me, I'll keep it real wit'chu (you're all)
Loving your whole steeze, it be in there boo (I need)
On top of that you got the good power-U (to get by)
You're all (you're all)
I need (all I need)
To get by (yeah, yeah)
You're all (you're all)
I need (all I need)
To get by (to get by)
You're all (you're all)
I need ((all I need)
To get by (oh, you're all)
You're all (you're all)
I need
To get by (all I need, all I need)
You're all
I need
To get by
You're all (you're all)
I need (all I need)
To get by
The song You're All I Need is a collaboration between Method Man and Mary J. Blige. The song is about a man who knows that he has found his soulmate in the lady he loves. The song begins by the man describing his lady as sweet as morning dew and how he knows that she is his destiny. He then goes on to say that she is all he needs to get by in life. The man tells his lady that he is there for her anytime she needs him and that nothing makes him feel better than being with her. The verse by Mary J. Blige complements the man's love for the lady, and she tells her that she loves him too.
As the song progresses, the man acknowledges that the relationship has survived through thick and thin. He describes some of the trying moments they have had, and how his lady has been there for him through it all. The man then goes on to describe his physical attraction to his lover, highlighting that he loves her skin tone and the fact that she has a sound mind. He concludes the song expressing his unending love for his lady, telling her that she is all that he needs to get by.
Line by Line Meaning
Like sweet morning dew
Seeing you was refreshing, like the dew on a summer morning
I took one look at you
From the first moment I saw you, I knew you were someone special
And it was plain to see
It was crystal clear that you were meant for me
You were my destiny
Fate brought us together, and I know we are meant to be
Shorty I'm there for you anytime you need me
I'll always be there for you, no matter what happens
For real girl, it's me in your world, believe me
You can trust me, I'm committed to you and our love
Nothin' make a man feel better than a woman
There's nothing more fulfilling than a strong, supportive woman by your side
Queen with a crown that be down for whatever
You are my queen, and I know you'll always be there for me
There are few things that's forever, my lady
Nothing lasts forever in this world, but I know our love will
We can make war or make babies
We may have our disagreements, but we can overcome anything together
Back when I was nothin'
Before I met you, I felt like I had nothing going for me
You made a brother feel like he was somethin'
You believed in me and gave me the confidence to be the best I can be
That's why I'm with you to this day boo, no frontin'
I'm still with you because you've always been there for me, no false pretenses
Even when the skies were gray
Even in the toughest times, you were there to support me
You would rub me on my back and say, "Baby it'll be okay"
Your comforting words and actions helped me get through rough times
Now that's real to a brother like me, baby
Your love and support mean everything to me, and I appreciate it more than you can know
Never ever give my- away and keep it tight, a'ight
I'll always be faithful to you and our love, and I hope you do the same
And I'ma walk these dogs so we can live
I'll work hard to provide for us and make sure we have a good life
In a phat crib with thousands of kids
I want to have a big, happy family with you
Word life you don't need a ring to be my wife
We don't need a piece of jewelry to signify our love and commitment to each other
Just be there for me and I'ma make sure we
If you stand by my side, I'll make sure we have everything we need and more
Be livin' in the lap of luxury
We'll have everything we could ever want and live a life of ease and comfort
I'm realizing that you didn't have to wit' me
You could have had anyone, but you chose to be with me
But you did, now I'm going all out kid
I'm going to do everything I can to show you how much I appreciate you and our relationship
And I got mad love to give, you my nigga
I have an abundance of love to give, and I want to give it all to you
I got a love jones for your body and your skin tone
I'm deeply infatuated with your physical appearance and the way you look
Five minutes alone I'm already on the bone
Just a few minutes with you alone makes me aroused and excited
Plus I love the fact you got a mind of your own
I admire and respect your intelligence and independence
No need to shop around you got the good- at home
I don't need to look for anyone else, because I've found everything I could ever want in you
Even if I'm locked up North you in the world
Even if I'm far away and can't physically be with you, you'll still be in my heart
Rockin' three-fourths of cloth
Even when you're dressed casually or not revealing a lot of skin, you're still attractive to me
Never showin' your stuff off, boo
You don't need to flaunt your body to get my attention, I already love everything about you
It be true me for you that's how it is
You can always count on my loyalty and commitment to our relationship
I can be your Knower, you can be my Wiz
We can work together like a team, supporting and helping each other in every way
Then I can be your sun, you can be my earth
I can provide warmth and light in your life, while you are the foundation and support that grounds me
Resurrect the God through birth
Together we can create life, and honor the divine power that brought us together
Best believe
Trust me, what I'm saying is true
You're all that I need, I'll be there for you
You are the only one I need, and I'll always be there for you
If you keep it real with me, I'll keep it real wit'chu (you're all)
If you're honest and true to me, I'll do the same for you
Loving your whole steeze, it be in there boo (I need)
I love everything about you, your style, personality, and presence
On top of that you got the good power-U (to get by)
In addition to everything else, you have a strong, positive energy that helps us overcome any obstacle
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Robert F. Diggs, Clifford Smith, Nickolas Ashford, Valerie Simpson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@DreThomasMusic
Mary and Meth sitting on the roof nodding their heads is ICONIC!
@eddiesaninocencio6635
I'd be on the roof smoking a joint in the Bronx.
@insanenative445
1984 baby yo
@stellabellafontay9366
Yesss
@catherinelittle3095
DreThomasMusic this is rapping old but always the best
@alyciajaade4290
Yep...they were bobbin their heads to the beat yall. I👏Still👏Love👏 It. #GrammyWinner1995🏆 #LongLiveTheWu 💖
@TapiwaMunyanyi
Whose bumping to this in 2024 ?
@levarhicks1000
Me ✋
@Iheartdonutslove
Me🎉🎉🎉
@thewrightmissy8700
In 2024 and every year to come!!
This shyt timeless