Reach Out for Me
Nancy Wilson Lyrics


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When you go through a day
And the things that people say
They make you feel so small
They make you feel that
Your heart will just never stop aching
And when you just can't accept the abuse you are taking

Darlin' reach out for me
Don't you worry, I'll see you through
You just have to reach out for me
I'll be there and I'll comfort you
Oh yes, I will
Comfort you and love you
Oh how I'm gonna love you

When good friends prove untrue
And the things they do to you
They make you feel so bad
They make you feel that
You haven't a reason for living
So when you feel you
Could throw in the towel and just give in

Darlin' reach out for me
Don't you worry, I'll see you through
You just have to reach out for me
I'll be there and I'll comfort you
Oh yes, I will
Comfort you and love you
Oh how I'm gonna love you

They make you feel that
Your heart will just never stop aching
And when you just can't accept the abuse you are taking





Darlin' reach out for me
Don't you worry, I'll see you through
You just have to reach out for me
I'll be there and I'll comfort you
Oh yes, I will
Comfort you and love you
Oh how I'm gonna love you

Overall Meaning

Nancy Wilson's "Reach Out for Me" is a song about seeking comfort and support from someone during times of emotional turmoil. The songwriter acknowledges the pain and hurt caused by people's insensitive comments, betrayal by friends, and a feeling of hopelessness, which often lead to suicidal thoughts. The chorus reassures the listener that reaching out to her will provide much needed emotional support and love. The song suggests that no one has to suffer alone, and a helping hand is always available if we just reach out for it.


The lyrics' theme of seeking help and valuing human connection resonates with many people. The song helps people to feel connected to each other, and it reinforces the importance of being there for one another. The line "you just have to reach out for me" is a reminder that, even though it may be difficult to ask for help, doing so can be incredibly powerful.


"Reach Out for Me" has become a classic, with many artists covering the song over the years. The song speaks to a universal experience of emotional pain, and its message of love and support is timeless.


Line by Line Meaning

When you go through a day
On days when you face difficulties


And the things that people say
And words spoken by someone, criticize you and hurt your feelings


They make you feel so small
Those words will make you feel belittled and insignificant.


They make you feel that
Those words make you believe


Your heart will just never stop aching
you will never overcome the pain in your heart


And when you just can't accept the abuse you are taking
When you can't tolerate the injustice you are suffering


Darlin' reach out for me
Honey, ask for my help


Don't you worry, I'll see you through
Don't be afraid because I will help you overcome it


You just have to reach out for me
You just need to ask for my help and support


I'll be there and I'll comfort you
I’ll be by your side and will make you feel better


Oh yes, I will
Yes, I will comfort you


Comfort you and love you
I will make you feel good, and I will love you


Oh how I'm gonna love you
I will love you so much


When good friends prove untrue
When dear friends betray you


And the things they do to you
And the actions they take against you


They make you feel so bad
They make you feel terrible


You haven't a reason for living
You will feel that you have no reason to live


So when you feel you
When you feel


Could throw in the towel and just give in
You could surrender and lose hope


Darlin' reach out for me
Honey, ask for my help


Don't you worry, I'll see you through
Don't be afraid because I will help you overcome it


You just have to reach out for me
You just need to ask for my help and support


I'll be there and I'll comfort you
I’ll be by your side and will make you feel better


Oh yes, I will
Yes, I will comfort you


Comfort you and love you
I will make you feel good, and I will love you


Oh how I'm gonna love you
I will love you so much


They make you feel that
Those words make you believe


Your heart will just never stop aching
you will never overcome the pain in your heart


And when you just can't accept the abuse you are taking
When you can't tolerate the injustice you are suffering


Darlin' reach out for me
Honey, ask for my help


Don't you worry, I'll see you through
Don't be afraid because I will help you overcome it


You just have to reach out for me
You just need to ask for my help and support


I'll be there and I'll comfort you
I’ll be by your side and will make you feel better


Oh yes, I will
Yes, I will comfort you


Comfort you and love you
I will make you feel good, and I will love you


Oh how I'm gonna love you
I will love you so much




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Written by: BURT BACHARACH, HAL DAVID, BURT F. BACHARACH

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