Will you be there
The Sherlocks Lyrics


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Do you think you could be the one
To tell us what went wrong
Cause we don't see it like you do

You're upon the ice it's looking thin
You're on the outside looking in
You should be alright
When they all stop falling
Will you be there?
Will you be there?
When you hear them calling
Will you be there to pick them up?
Will you be there?

Lay down on your bed of roses
And take the ship down from your shoulders

You're upon the ice it's looking thin
You're on the outside looking in
You should be alright

When they all stop falling
You'll be nowhere to be seen
You don't know where you're going
But you know just where you've been

And they say
Well every dog will have it's day
And i'ts coming round

When they all stop falling
Will you be there?
Will you be there?
When you hear them calling
Will you be there to pick them up?
Will you be there?

When they all stop falling
Will you be there?
Will you be there?
When you hear them calling
Will you be there?




Will you be there?
Will you be there?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to The Sherlocks's song "Will You Be There?" delve into the idea of being present for others during difficult times. The singer of the song is asking someone specific, most likely a friend or loved one, if they have the ability to see what has gone wrong and help pick up the pieces. The verses are filled with metaphors, describing the situation as being on thin ice or on the outside looking in. The chorus then asks the question of whether or not the person will be there when those around them need help.


The lyrics are poignant in that they speak to the importance of being present for the people we care about, especially during trying times. The lyrics "take the ship down from your shoulders" offer the idea that we may be carrying too much weight and need to let go, lay down the burden and allow someone else to take over. The chorus repeats the question of whether or not the person will be there when others need them, and the final verse adds to this, questioning whether the person even knows where they are going in life, despite knowing where they have been.


Overall, the lyrics of "Will You Be There?" tell a story of the importance of being present for others and offering them support during difficult times. The metaphor of ice and being on the outside looking in adds to the introspective and emotive nature of the song.


Line by Line Meaning

Do you think you could be the one
Can you provide the explanation of what went wrong?


To tell us what went wrong
Can you share your perspective of the problem?


Cause we don't see it like you do
Because we don't have the same view as you.


You're upon the ice it's looking thin
You're in a dangerous situation.


You're on the outside looking in
You're not part of the group or situation.


You should be alright
You'll be fine, don't worry.


When they all stop falling
When things stop going wrong.


Will you be there?
Will you be present, available to help?


When you hear them calling
When they need your assistance.


Will you be there to pick them up?
Will you be there to support, help?


Lay down on your bed of roses
Relax and let go of your worries.


And take the ship down from your shoulders
Let go of your burdens.


You'll be nowhere to be seen
You won't be there.


You don't know where you're going
You're lost, uncertain about your path.


But you know just where you've been
But you have a clear understanding of your past.


Well every dog will have it's day
Eventually, everyone gets their chance to shine.


And it's coming round
It's going to happen soon.




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