I'll be there
Nick Lowe and The Impossible Birds Lyrics
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Ain't no breeze big enough to slow me
Never have seen a river that's too wide
There ain't no jail tight enough to lock me
Ain't no man big enough to stop me
I'll be there if you ever want me by your side
So love me if you're ever gonna love me
There ain't no chain strong enough to hold me
Ain't no breeze big enough to slow me
I'll be there if you ever want me by your side
There ain't no rope stout enough to bind me
Look for me honey you will find me
Any old time you're ready with your charms
I'll be there ready and waiting
There won't be any hesitating
I'll be there if you ever want me in your arms
So love me if you're ever gonna love me
I never have seen a road too rough to ride
Ain't no chain strong enough to hold me
Ain't no breeze big enough to slow me
I'll be there if you ever want me by your side
I'll be there if you ever want me by your side
I'll be there if you ever want me by your side
The lyrics of Nick Lowe's song "I'll Be There" speaks about the singer's steadfast commitment to his lover. He sings that there is nothing that can hold him back from being with his lover, no chains strong enough to hold him, no breeze big enough to slow him down, and no river wide enough to stop him. He further boasts that no jail can lock him up, and no man is big enough to stop him. He assures his lover that he will be there for her whenever she calls for him to be by her side.
The second stanza of the song reiterates the singer's commitment to his lover, telling her that she should love him if she wants to love him, he has never seen a road too rough to ride, and nothing can bind him. He promises her that she will find him whenever she looks for him, and whenever she is ready with her charms, he'll be there, ready and waiting. He emphasizes that there would be no hesitation on his part; he'll be there if she ever wants him in her arms.
The song's overall theme is that of loyalty and commitment. The singer is ready to be with his lover through thick and thin, and nothing can hold him back. It emphasizes that the power of love can conquer all obstacles and that true love endures through all.
Line by Line Meaning
There ain't no chain strong enough to hold me
I am unstoppable and cannot be physically held back or restrained by any chains or limitations.
Ain't no breeze big enough to slow me
I am determined and cannot be slowed down by any obstacles or setbacks, no matter how strong or daunting they may seem.
Never have seen a river that's too wide
I have the strength and courage to cross any river or overcome any challenge, no matter how wide or difficult it may appear.
There ain't no jail tight enough to lock me
I cannot be imprisoned or held captive by any jail, no matter how secure or impenetrable it may seem.
Ain't no man big enough to stop me
I cannot be stopped by any man, no matter how powerful or influential they may be.
I'll be there if you ever want me by your side
I will always be there for you, ready and willing to support and stand by your side whenever you need me.
So love me if you're ever gonna love me
If you truly love me and want to be with me, then now is the time to show it and make your feelings known.
I never have seen a road too rough to ride
I am capable and resilient enough to face any obstacles or challenges that may arise in our relationship journey.
There ain't no rope stout enough to bind me
I cannot be restricted or held back by any ropes, no matter how sturdy or unyielding they may be.
Look for me honey you will find me
I am always here for you, and you can count on me to be there whenever you need me.
Any old time you're ready with your charms
Whenever you are ready and willing to show me your affection and love, I will be waiting and ready to receive it.
There won't be any hesitating
I am confident and decisive in my feelings for you, and I will not hesitate to make my intentions or actions clear.
I'll be there if you ever want me in your arms
I will always be there to hold and comfort you, and I will never turn away from your embrace or affection.
I'll be there if you ever want me by your side
Once again, I promise to always be there for you, loyal and unwavering in my love and support.
I'll be there if you ever want me by your side
One final time, I reiterate my commitment to being there for you, no matter what challenges or obstacles we may face together.
Lyrics © ERNEST TUBB MUSIC, INC.
Written by: RAY PRICE, RUSTY GABBARD
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