I'll Be There For You
Primal Scream Lyrics


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You will never be a stranger
I will always be your friend
Be you devil, be you angel
I will always love you till the end

I'll be your shelter
I'll be your shelter
In times of storm
I'll keep you warm
I'll be there for you
I'll be there for you
I'll be there for you
I'll be there for you

If your head is strange and messy
If your spirit's cold and dark
If you're feelin' like an outlaw
If you're burnin' out your star





I'll be there for you
I'll be there for you

Overall Meaning

Primal Scream’s song “I'll Be There for You” is a powerful ballad about unconditional love and support, no matter what the circumstances. In the first verse, the singer pledges that their relationship will always be strong, regardless of whether the other is a "devil" or an "angel." These lines suggest that the singer is not focused on external labels or judgments, but rather on the fundamental humanity and connection between the two people involved. This theme is continued in the second verse, where the singer promises to be a "shelter" in times of "storm," even if the other person is struggling with inner turmoil or feeling like an "outlaw." Overall, the lyrics are an affirmation that true love is a force that can withstand any challenge, and that the singer will always be a source of support for the other person.


One striking aspect of the song is its musical structure, which features soaring vocals and a sweeping, anthemic chorus. The repetition of the phrase "I'll be there for you" adds to the sense of commitment and strength, while the use of electric guitars and soaring synths creates a sense of emotional urgency. Another interesting aspect of the song is the way it combines elements of rock, pop, and electronic music, highlighting Primal Scream's skill at blending genres to create a unique sound.


Overall, “I'll Be There for You” is a powerful expression of love and support, with lyrics that are both simple and profound. Through this song, Primal Scream affirms the importance of human connection and the strength that comes from truly being there for someone, no matter what.


Line by Line Meaning

You will never be a stranger
I will always recognize you as someone I know and care for


I will always be your friend
I will always be there to support and care for you, regardless of the situation


Be you devil, be you angel
No matter what type of person or situation you embody, I will still love and support you


I will always love you till the end
My love and support for you will never falter and will be present until the end of time


I'll be your shelter
I will provide a place of safety and comfort for you


I'll be your shelter
I will provide a place of safety and comfort for you


In times of storm
During times of difficulty or chaos


I'll keep you warm
I will provide warmth and comfort to ease any discomfort or distress


I'll be there for you
I will be a constant source of support and care in your life


I'll be there for you
I will be a constant source of support and care in your life


I'll be there for you
I will be a constant source of support and care in your life


I'll be there for you
I will be a constant source of support and care in your life


If your head is strange and messy
If you are feeling confused or overwhelmed in your thoughts


If your spirit's cold and dark
If you are feeling negative or lost in your emotions


If you're feelin' like an outlaw
If you feel like an outsider or outcast in society


If you're burnin' out your star
If you feel like you are experiencing a loss or depletion of your energy or passion


I'll be there for you
I will be a constant source of support and care in your life


I'll be there for you
I will be a constant source of support and care in your life




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANDREW COLIN INNES, ROBERT CLEARIE YOUNG, BOBBY GILLESPIE

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Comments from YouTube:

Eric Jarvis

Probably my all time favourite lead guitar playing. Not showing off, always in the service of the song, but just so bloody perfect.

Lewis76

very George Harrison of them

nath tomlinson

Reminds me off being a kid. Love it.

Marleys Fortnite Gaming

sitting with my kids headphones on , superb stuff

Paul Snell

Such an unusual song and I love it

Kris Trznadel

Great song 😀

MALALA

Cool✨

Not Totally Unfunny

This album sounds heavily Stones-influenced. However, anyone else think this sounds a bit too much like "The Rose"? This is a much better song, but the tunes are very similar, no?

Olafur Olason

maybe, and not bad to be compared to them,, i would say just like their first albums- primal influenced

Tomasz Kapustka

For sure... That's true. But "once upon a time"- saved my life, during driving a car all days long..

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