I'll Be There
Michael Jackson & The Jacksons Lyrics


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You and I must make a pact
We must bring salvation back
Where there is love, I'll be there (I'll be there)

I'll reach out my hand to you
I'll have faith in all you do
Just call my name and I'll be there (I'll be there)
And oh, I'll be there to comfort you
Build my world of dreams around you
I'm so glad that I found you
I'll be there with a love that's strong
I'll be your strength
I'll keep holdin' on (holdin' on)
Yes I will, yes I will

Let me fill your heart with joy and laughter
Togetherness, girl, is all I'm after
Whenever you need me, I'll be there (I'll be there)
I'll be there to protect you (yeah baby)
With unselfish love that respects you
Just call my name and I'll be there (I'll be there)

And oh, I'll be there to comfort you
Build my world of dreams around you
I'm so glad that I found you
I'll be there with a love that's strong
I'll be your strength
I'll keep holdin' on
Ooh ooh ooh
Yes I will (holdin' on, holdin' on)
Yes I will

If you should ever find someone new
I know he better be good to you
'Cause if he doesn't
I'll be there (I'll be there)

Don't you know, baby, yeah, yeah
I'll be there, I'll be there
Just call my name, I'll be there (I'll be there)
Just look over your shoulders honey, ooh
I'll be there, I'll be there
Whenever you need me, I'll be there (I'll be there)

Don't you know, baby
I'll be there, I'll be there




Just call my name, I'll be there (I'll be there)
Oh, oh, oh, oh, I'll be there

Overall Meaning

The song, “I’ll Be There” by Michael Jackson and The Jacksons, is about love, commitment, and support. The opening lines set the tone for the rest of the song - "You and I must make a pact, we must bring salvation back, where there is love, I'll be there." This highlights the importance of the commitment the singer is making to their partner - they need to work together to bring love and hope back into their lives.


The chorus reinforces this commitment -"I'll be there, to comfort you, build my world of dreams around you." The singer promises to always be there for their partner, to be a source of support and strength. The lyrics also detail the depth of the singer’s love - "Let me fill your heart with joy and laughter, togetherness, girl, is all I'm after." The singer wants to bring happiness and fulfillment to their relationship and make them feel loved and appreciated.


In the bridge, the singer warns the partner about other potential love interests - "If you should ever find someone new, I know he better be good to you, 'cause if he doesn't, I'll be there." The singer is not threatened by other potential partners but wants to make sure that their partner is treated with respect and kindness.


Overall, "I'll Be There" is a song about love and commitment, promising to always be there for one's partner and build a fulfilling life together.


Line by Line Meaning

You and I must make a pact
We need to agree to work together to achieve our goal


We must bring salvation back
We have to restore hope and save people from despair


Where there is love, I'll be there (I'll be there)
I will always be present for those I love, wherever they may be


I'll reach out my hand to you
I will offer my help when you need it, without hesitation


I'll have faith in all you do
I believe in you and your abilities


Just call my name and I'll be there (I'll be there)
You can always count on me, just ask and I will come to you


And oh, I'll be there to comfort you
I will be there to ease your pain and give you comfort


Build my world of dreams around you
I want to create a beautiful life with you, full of possibilities and happiness


I'm so glad that I found you
I am grateful to have you in my life, you mean everything to me


I'll be there with a love that's strong
My love for you is unbreakable and will never fade away


I'll be your strength
I will support you and give you the strength you need to overcome any obstacle


I'll keep holdin' on (holdin' on)
I will never let go of you, no matter what happens


Let me fill your heart with joy and laughter
I want to bring happiness to your life and make you smile


Togetherness, girl, is all I'm after
I only want to be with you, to share my life and my love with you


Whenever you need me, I'll be there (I'll be there)
You can always count on me, no matter what time or place


I'll be there to protect you (yeah baby)
I will be your shield, your defender, and your safe haven


With unselfish love that respects you
My love for you is sincere and unconditional, I will always treat you with respect


If you should ever find someone new
If you move on and find someone else


I know he better be good to you
I hope he treats you well and makes you happy


'Cause if he doesn't
But if he doesn't treat you right


I'll be there (I'll be there)
I will still be here for you, even if someone else comes into your life


Just look over your shoulders honey, ooh
You don't have to worry about me being there, just glance over your shoulder


Ooh ooh ooh
Vocalization of emotion


Yes I will (holdin' on, holdin' on)
I will always be here for you, holding on to our love


Don't you know, baby, yeah, yeah
You should know by now, my love for you is genuine


Whenever you need me, I'll be there (I'll be there)
I will always be available to you, no matter what


Oh, oh, oh, oh, I'll be there
I will always be by your side, bringing you love and happiness




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Tratore
Written by: Berry Gordy Jr, Bob West, Hal Davis, Willie Hutch

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@theharshtruthoutthere

@@WrldDon Souls, remember this verse:
2 Timothy 3:16
All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:


Which clears out the question(complains) that bible is man written, IT IS NOT.
Our sinful nature allows not to write any which were written into the bible.
Nor can any man see future, unless GOD has given him visions.
Joel 2:28
And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions:
Acts 2:17
And it shall come to pass in the last days, saith God, I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh: and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams:

Galatians 3:22
But the scripture hath concluded all under sin, that the promise by faith of Jesus Christ might be given to them that believe.
Galatians 3:8
And the scripture, foreseeing that God would justify the heathen through faith, preached before the gospel unto Abraham, saying, In thee shall all nations be blessed.



@ToddSloanIAAN

Those are the days when this kind of entertainment was spectacular to me. When he was a little kid, Mikey, I was a kid, too. He was only just a few younger years to me. I survived the years that my va doctors put me on medication for various things including the strong things to relax like Michael. He was quite Advanced and when he came out with the song Man in the Mirror I didn't/couldn't get my head around that too fast back then.
I'm gonna make a change
For once in my life
It's gonna feel real good
Gonna make a difference
Gonna make it right
As I, turn up the collar on
My favorite winter coat
This wind is blowin' my mind
I see the kids in the street
With not enough to eat
Who am I, to be blind pretending not to see their needs?
A summer's disregard
A broken bottle top
And a one man's soul
They follow each other on the wind ya know
'Cause they got nowhere to go
That's why I want you to know
I'm starting with the man in the mirror
I'm asking him to change his ways
And no message could've been any clearer
If they wanna make the world a better place
Take a look at yourself and then make a change
I've been a victim of a selfish kind of love
It's time that I realize
That there are some with no home
Not a nickel to loan
Could it be really me pretending that they're not alone?😯



All comments from YouTube:

@notificationisturnedoff_hehe

People cry he was not a great musician as he didn't played instruments, like bruhhh he literally played all the elements of instruments with his vocals he didn't need no instruments to get his music out. He would simply compose them in his mind and use his iconic voice to tell the instrumentalist to play accordingly. He was the music embodied in a human form, which is higher than any great or Legendary musician. Greatest of all time Michael Jackson 👑🔥💯🔊 influence doesn't lie.

@NewCreationTV

💯

@thaissagarcia2797

There's a video of him playing the piano, simple but playing

@citypopradioFM

That's a wild statement since the biggest pros and producers in the industry have universally spoken about how Michael was like Brian Wilson on the boards in the studio. He had a special ear, he was a perfectionist, and he knew music deeper than all of them.

@user-gq8qu9cp8c

Don't forget people his range also!!!

@menswearchronicles

No need no instruments ❤️ not all great singers meant to be musicians not all great musicians meant to be great singers, maybe some composers are good at making music but can't sing em.

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@wu35san0

Who are still listening in 2024

@moemyinzu9084

Me

@Jacdon

Me

@joeaardvark9214

Shut up.

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