I'll be there
Michael Jackson (Live 30th Anniversary Celebration 2001) Lyrics
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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)
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, I'll be there (I'll be there)
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 I'll be there
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, I'll be there
The lyrics of Jackson 5's I'll Be There convey a commitment to being there for someone in need. The singer recognizes that there are times when life can be difficult, and thus makes a pact to bring salvation back. This can be interpreted as a promise to make things better, to offer comfort and support to someone who needs it.
The lyrics express a desire to build a world of dreams around the person who needs support, to be their strength, and to hold on to them. The singer wants to fill their heart with joy and laughter, and to ensure that they feel loved and protected with unselfish love that respects them. This is an expression of pure, selfless love – a promise to be there for someone no matter what.
Overall, the song's message is that love and support can conquer all, and that the singer is committed to this truth. It is a beautiful and heartfelt song that continues to resonate with people around the world.
Line by Line Meaning
You and I must make a pact
We have to agree on something very important
We must bring salvation back
We have to restore something very valuable
Where there is love, I'll be there (I'll be there)
I will always support and stick with you when there is love
I'll reach out my hand to you
I will offer my help to you
I'll have faith in all you do
I will believe in your abilities
Just call my name and I'll be there (I'll be there)
You can count on me, just ask for my help
I'll be there to comfort you
I will be by your side to provide consolation
Build my world of dreams around you
I will create a beautiful reality for you
I'm so glad that I found you
I am very happy that I met you
I'll be there with a love that's strong
I will be there with great affection
I'll be your strength
I will be the source of strength for you
I'll keep holdin' on (holdin' on)
I will continue to support and be with you
Yes I will, yes I will
I am determined to do it
Let me fill your heart with joy and laughter
I want to cheer you up and make you happy
Togetherness, girl, is all I'm after
I want to be with you and stay connected
Whenever you need me, I'll be there (I'll be there)
Anytime you require my support, I will be there
I'll be there to protect you (yeah baby)
I will keep you safe from harm
With unselfish love that respects you
I will love you without any selfish motive and show you respect
Just call my name, I'll be there (I'll be there)
All you have to do is call me, and I'll come to you
If you should ever find someone new
If you ever find another person
I know he better be good to you
He needs to be good to you as you deserve the best
'Cause if he doesn't
Because if he fails to treat you right
I'll be there (I'll be there)
I'll still be here for you
Just look over your shoulders honey, ooh!
Just glance behind you, and you'll see me
Ooh ooh ooh
Don't you know baby I'll be there
Haven't you realized yet that I'll always be there for you?
Oh oh oh oh I'll be there, I'll be there
I will be there, I will be there
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BERRY GORDY JR, BOB WEST, HAL DAVIS, WILLIE HUTCH
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