anytime
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Anytime you need me babe
Just call I'll be there
Call and see what a good friend can be
When you need someone to care
Nothing more than understanding
Just a man who's undemanding
Like a leaf that's only landing suddenly
Goes when the wind gently blows

And I'm asking nothing of you love
Only what you want to give
And I wish you what I wish myself
As long as I may live
Other arms will surely hold you
Just remember the things that I told you
When these arms of mine enfold you
It's not out of greed but for love
And for need

I love you so, I still do
I'm sure you know when I'm holding you
The sad part of seeing you is goodbye
Call and I'll come when your world's come undone
I'm like you, I get lonely too
And I need someone to hold
Knowing well this world can be hell
And sometimes very cold

Nothing firm and nothing binding
Now and then a slight reminding
Waking up one day and finding
Somewhere to run, somewhere to run
Somewhere to run when your world's come undone
Oh babe, I'll be there, I'll be there anytime

There's a certain thing about you
Summer, fall and spring about you
I could write and sing about you
And never run out, never run out (no)




Never run out of what you're all about
Oh babe, I'll be there , I'll be there anytime

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Paul Anka’s “Anytime” convey a message of reliability, availability and unconditional love. The singer addresses his beloved, assuring her that he’ll always be there for her whenever she needs him. He presents himself as a good friend who cares and understands her, without making any demands or expecting anything in return.


The tone of the song is sentimental, but not overly romantic. It has a comforting quality that makes the listener feel safe and reassured. The lyrics reveal the fragility of human relationships and the need for companionship and emotional support in times of distress. The singer acknowledges that other people might come and go in the beloved’s life, but he hopes that she’ll remember the things he’s told her and the moments they’ve shared together.


Overall, “Anytime” is a touching and heartfelt song that conveys a message of love and loyalty. Its simple melody and lyrics make it easy to relate to and remember, making it a classic among love songs.


Line by Line Meaning

Anytime you need me babe
I am here for you whenever you require my help or companionship, my dear


Just call I'll be there
Simply make a call and I will come to you without delay or hesitation


Call and see what a good friend can be
Reach out to me and experience the lengths to which a true friend will go to be there for you


When you need someone to care
During those times when you need someone to show compassion and tenderness


Nothing more than understanding
I am here to listen and comprehend, without ever demanding anything more from you


Just a man who's undemanding
I am a man who values simplicity and will never make excessive requests or demands


Like a leaf that's only landing suddenly
Like a leaf that lands on the ground without warning or intention


Goes when the wind gently blows
I too shall depart when you no longer require my presence, like a leaf at the mercy of the wind


And I'm asking nothing of you love
I don’t need or expect anything from you, my dear


Only what you want to give
Whatever you choose to offer will be more than enough for me


And I wish you what I wish myself
I extend to you the same wishes that I hope for myself


As long as I may live
For the rest of my life


Other arms will surely hold you
I know that you will find love and comfort through the embrace of other people


Just remember the things that I told you
Please always recall the advice and encouragement that I gave you


When these arms of mine enfold you
If you ever find yourself in my arms again


It's not out of greed but for love
I don’t want you back out of possessiveness, but out of genuine love


And for need
As a result of my own emotional and physical needs


I love you so, I still do
I deeply care for you and these feelings will never stop


I'm sure you know when I'm holding you
You can tell by the way I embrace you


The sad part of seeing you is goodbye
The most painful aspect of our reunions is having to say goodbye


Call and I'll come when your world's come undone
Whenever your life becomes tumultuous and chaotic, reach out to me and I will be there to help put the pieces back together


I'm like you, I get lonely too
I also experience feelings of loneliness and isolation


And I need someone to hold
Just like how you seek comfort through the embrace of others, I too require affection and human touch


Knowing well this world can be hell
Being aware of how cruel life can be at times


And sometimes very cold
And how unforgiving the world can be


Nothing firm and nothing binding
Our relationship is free from attachments or obligations


Now and then a slight reminding
Occasionally, I may remind you of our past experiences together


Waking up one day and finding
The feeling of realization or discovery


Somewhere to run, somewhere to run
A place of refuge or escape


Somewhere to run when your world's come undone
A place to go when your life has hit rock bottom


Oh babe, I'll be there, I'll be there anytime
My dear, you can always rely on me to be there for you whenever you require my presence


There's a certain thing about you
There is something unique and special about you that cannot be found in anyone else


Summer, fall and spring about you
I have experienced your presence during different seasons throughout the year


I could write and sing about you
You are a source of inspiration and admiration for me, which I could express endlessly through writing or music


And never run out, never run out (no)
There will always be more things to appreciate about you, an infinity of reasons to treasure you


Never run out of what you're all about
I will never tire or become bored of who you are, what you represent and the intrinsic value that you possess


Oh babe, I'll be there, I'll be there anytime
Once again, my dear, you can count on me to always show up and be there for you whenever you need me




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: PAUL ANKA

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@sanemgumusluoglu3986

~Lyrics ~
Anytime you need me babe
Just call I'll be there
Call and see what a good friend can be
When you need someone to care
Nothing more than understanding
Just a man who's undemanding
Like a leaf that's only landing suddenly
Goes when the wind gently blows
And I'm asking nothing of you love
Only what you want to give
And I wish you what I wish myself
As long as I may live
Other arms will surely hold you
Just remember the things that I told you
When these arms of mine enfold you
It's not out of greed but for love
And for need
I love you so, I still do
I'm sure you know when I'm holding you
The sad part of seeing you is goodbye
Call and I'll come when your world's come undone
I'm like you, I get lonely too
And I need someone to hold
Knowing well this world can be hell
And sometimes very cold
Nothing firm and nothing binding
Now and then a slight reminding
Waking up one day and finding
Somewhere to run, somewhere to run
Somewhere to run when your world's come undone
Oh babe, I'll be there, I'll be there anytime
There's a certain thing about you
Summer, fall and spring about you
I could write and sing about you
And never run out, never run out (no)
Never run out of what you're all about
Oh babe, I'll be there , I'll be there anytime



@sauquoit13456

On this day in 1976 {May 9th} "Anytime (I'll Be There)" by Paul Anka peaked at #2 {for 1 week} on Billboard's Easy Listening chart, for the one week it was at #2, the #1 record for that week was "Welcome Back" by John Sebastian...
"Anytime (I'll Be There)" reached #33 {for 1 week} on Billboard's Top 100 chart...
Between 1969 and 1984 the Ottawa, Canada native had twenty records on the Easy Listening/Adult Contemporary chart, eleven made the Top 10 with one reaching #1, "Times of Your Life", for one week in December of 1975...
Five of his twenty charted records were duets with Odia Coates...
Paul Albert Anka will celebrate his 80th birthday in two months on July 30th, 2021...
And from the 'For What It's Worth' department, the remainder of the Easy Listening Top 10 on May 9th, 1976:
At #3. "Don't Pull Your Love" by Glen Campbell
#4. "Silly Love Songs" by Wings
#5. "Right Back Where We Started From" by Maxine Nightingale
#6. "Love In The Shadows" by Neil Sedaka
#7. "Everyday Without You" by Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds
#8. "Hurt" by Elvis Presley
#9. "Fallen Angel" by Frankie Valli
#10. "Tryin' To Get The Feeling Again" by Barry Manilow



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@GunCollector007

I love this version of this song. Thanks for posting.

@cracklincrumb9622

I love it thank you for posting it I listen to it daily

@francisouellette5938

One of my favorite songs. Brings back memories from when I was young. My parents would listen to this a lot and I always liked it a lot.

@marcosouza9662

Sensacional cantor/compositor Paul Anka 😀😀😀👍👍👍

@Benjamin-fp5er

O Paul Anka tem uma voz mto linda e mto agradável de ouvir .
O Paul é um ser humano mto incrível e mto cheio de impatia pelas pessoas .
Esta canção é mto linda ,para combinar com o Paul .
O Paul é um ser humano cheio de mtas qualidades e virtudes .
😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😎😎😎😎😎
Ivani / 08 / 11 / 23 / 03 : 02 .

@sanemgumusluoglu3986

~Lyrics ~
Anytime you need me babe
Just call I'll be there
Call and see what a good friend can be
When you need someone to care
Nothing more than understanding
Just a man who's undemanding
Like a leaf that's only landing suddenly
Goes when the wind gently blows
And I'm asking nothing of you love
Only what you want to give
And I wish you what I wish myself
As long as I may live
Other arms will surely hold you
Just remember the things that I told you
When these arms of mine enfold you
It's not out of greed but for love
And for need
I love you so, I still do
I'm sure you know when I'm holding you
The sad part of seeing you is goodbye
Call and I'll come when your world's come undone
I'm like you, I get lonely too
And I need someone to hold
Knowing well this world can be hell
And sometimes very cold
Nothing firm and nothing binding
Now and then a slight reminding
Waking up one day and finding
Somewhere to run, somewhere to run
Somewhere to run when your world's come undone
Oh babe, I'll be there, I'll be there anytime
There's a certain thing about you
Summer, fall and spring about you
I could write and sing about you
And never run out, never run out (no)
Never run out of what you're all about
Oh babe, I'll be there , I'll be there anytime

@elizabethportugal3356

Por favor amigos, alguien la puede traducir al español y publicarla, gracias y bendiciones

@jeftesouza3843

Paul Anka are fantastic songwriter and singer! His songs are so beautiful. Great Paul Anka. Congratulations Mr. Paul. God bless you.

@milenaor

A wonderful song !!!

@sauquoit13456

On this day in 1976 {May 9th} "Anytime (I'll Be There)" by Paul Anka peaked at #2 {for 1 week} on Billboard's Easy Listening chart, for the one week it was at #2, the #1 record for that week was "Welcome Back" by John Sebastian...
"Anytime (I'll Be There)" reached #33 {for 1 week} on Billboard's Top 100 chart...
Between 1969 and 1984 the Ottawa, Canada native had twenty records on the Easy Listening/Adult Contemporary chart, eleven made the Top 10 with one reaching #1, "Times of Your Life", for one week in December of 1975...
Five of his twenty charted records were duets with Odia Coates...
Paul Albert Anka will celebrate his 80th birthday in two months on July 30th, 2021...
And from the 'For What It's Worth' department, the remainder of the Easy Listening Top 10 on May 9th, 1976:
At #3. "Don't Pull Your Love" by Glen Campbell
#4. "Silly Love Songs" by Wings
#5. "Right Back Where We Started From" by Maxine Nightingale
#6. "Love In The Shadows" by Neil Sedaka
#7. "Everyday Without You" by Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds
#8. "Hurt" by Elvis Presley
#9. "Fallen Angel" by Frankie Valli
#10. "Tryin' To Get The Feeling Again" by Barry Manilow

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