Will you be there
Michael Jackson; The Andraé Crouch Singers Lyrics
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Like the River Jordan
And I will then say to thee
You are my friend
Carry me
Like you are my brother
Love me like a mother
When weary
Tell me will you hold me
When wrong, will you scold me
When lost will you find me?
But they told me
A man should be faithful
And walk when not able
And fight till the end
But I'm only human
Everyone's taking control of me
Seems that the world's got a role for me
I'm so confused will you show to me
You'll be there for me
And care enough to bear me
(Hold me)
(Lay your head lowly)
(Softly then boldly)
(Carry me there)
(Hold me)
(Love me and feed me)
(Kiss me and free me)
(I will feel blessed)
(Carry)
(Carry me boldly)
(Lift me up slowly)
(Carry me there)
(Save me)
(Heal me and bathe me)
(Softly you say to me)
(I will be there)
(Lift me)
(Lift me up slowly)
(Carry me boldly)
(Show me you care)
(Hold me)
(Lay your head lowly)
(Softly then boldly)
(Carry me there)
(Need me)
(Love me and feed me)
(Kiss me and free me)
(I will feel blessed)
The song "Will You Be There" by Michael Jackson and The Cleveland Orchestra is a plea for love, support, and friendship. The lyrics suggest a person who is struggling with the pressures of life and is searching for a friend who will stand by them through thick and thin, who will hold them up when they're weary, scold them when they're wrong, and find them when they're lost. The river Jordan is used as a metaphor for being baptized or reborn, possibly seeking forgiveness for one's imperfections or mistakes. The lyrics "But I'm only human" acknowledge the singer's limitations and vulnerabilities, and his desire for someone to be there for him even when he falls.
The repetition of "carry," "hold," "lift," and "save" in the song emphasizes the singer's need for physical and emotional support. The song's uplifting message encourages people to show compassion for one another and to be there for each other in times of need. The choir singing behind Michael Jackson during the bridge of the song, adds to the emotional intensity giving a sense of community, that everybody could relate to the unconditional love and support the lyrics are about.
Line by Line Meaning
Hold me
Hold me tightly
Like the River Jordan
Like the baptismal river
And I will then say to thee
And then I will acknowledge you
You are my friend
You are dear to me
Carry me
Take care of me
Like you are my brother
Like you love me unconditionally
Love me like a mother
Love me unconditionally like a mother would
Will you be there?
Will you support me?
When weary
When I am tired
Tell me will you hold me
Tell me that you will embrace me
When wrong, will you scold me
When I am wrong, will you reprimand me?
When lost will you find me?
When I am lost, will you come to my rescue?
But they told me
But they have taught me
A man should be faithful
A man must be loyal
And walk when not able
And keep going even if he is weak
And fight till the end
And fight until the very last breath
But I'm only human
But I am just a human being
Everyone's taking control of me
Everyone has power over me
Seems that the world's got a role for me
It looks like the world has a predefined role for me
I'm so confused will you show to me
I am so unsure, can you guide me?
You'll be there for me
Will you be there for me?
And care enough to bear me
And care enough to support me
Need me
Require me
Love me and feed me
Love me and provide for me
Kiss me and free me
Show me love and set me free
I will feel blessed
I will feel fortunate and content
(Hold me)
(Hold me tightly)
(Lay your head lowly)
(Rest your head on me humbly)
(Softly then boldly)
(Gently at first, then strongly)
(Carry me there)
(Take me to my destination)
(Carry)
(Carry me)
(Carry me boldly)
(Take care of me boldly)
(Lift me up slowly)
(Pick me up slowly)
(Save me)
(Rescue me)
(Heal me and bathe me)
(Heal me and cleanse me)
(Softly you say to me)
(Speak to me softly)
(I will be there)
(I will be present)
(Lift me)
(Raise me up)
(Show me you care)
(Demonstrate your affection)
(Need me)
(Require my presence)
(Love me and feed me)
(Love me and take care of me)
(Kiss me and free me)
(Show me love and release me)
(I will feel blessed)
(I will feel fortunate and content)
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MICHAEL JACKSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@junior2404
+ThroughMyEyes...
I know you probably heard this before, but I will say it again, you don't go to heaven when you die... It is not biblical...Well... I am assuming that you believe in the BIble, but then again, maybe you don't.
Please don't think I am trying to pick an argument here. It's just that I keep reading these unfounded statements, which supposedly is from the Bible, about people going to heaven when they die and I feel like I must say something. However forgiver me if you are a non-believer in the Bible and I just spoilt your day.
Just an end note, those who die in Christ await his return, they will rise from the grave, the righteous who are alive will be caught up with them and then they all inherit eternal life (not heaven)...All of this can be verified from Genesis to Revelation.
By the way Daryl had one of the best voices I have ever heard. Effortless...
Have a blessed day.
@amymiller_15
Literally watching Michael dancing, smiling and clapping to his own song is the cutest thing ever omg 😭
@gailperry7695
Much Love 2 U Brother Michael. Today N Eternally. Rest in Peace. We Know that LOVE WAS ur Middle Name. Miss You. Will Always Respect you for the tremendous amount of time, energy N money you gave to Help others
@shikshapandey8264
I like that very much
@kashiaroundtheworld
Let's face it .. MJ doing anything is the cutest thing ever 😍😁
@elviracoetzee9048
Much love MJ
@Miloo-qj7sc
At the end, that's my mom in blue so humble, BABY WE KNOW WHO YOUR MOM ISSSS.
@soundseeker63
Those vocals from Daryl and Patti were just insane! Seeing MJs beaming face as he bops along to them was the icing on the cake. You can tell he and his mum were really having a good time here! Ah, the good old days.
@LucyRichardson-gq6ls
Michael Jackson was a good man and no one will ever make me believe he did anything to hurt a child that's what killed him when that happened to him he was a child at heart and loved children's
@blenaris1
His mother loves gospel. She was truly excited and enjoyed this performance. She was very proud of Michael, and it shows.
@XavierSmithXcellence
You have to give Daryl mad props here. His voice was able to easily keep up with Patti's juggernaut vocals.