anytime
William Finn Lyrics


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Anytime you laugh
Anytime you cry
Anytime you hear a sound
When you're on the grass
Lying on the ground
Anytime you wash your hands
I'll be around
I'm out there on the baseball field
Though I'm well concealed
I'll be out there cheering
I'm out there in the books you read
It is guaranteed I'm not disappearing fast
Anytime, no not anytime

And I am there each morning
I am there each fall
I am present without warning
And I'm watching it all
Yes I'm watching it all

I am there in music
I am there in sky
I don't know why this thing did happen
But this much is clear
Anytime or anywhere
I am there

Anytime you pray
Anytime you fight
Anytime you gained a pound
Anytime its day
Anytime it's night
Anytime the earth moves
I'll be around
I'm out there in the maple trees
In a summer breeze
On a perfect evening
I'm out there when you celebrate
When the world seems great
I'll be waiting by your side
Anytime, yes anytime

And I am there each morning
I am there each fall
I am present without warning
And I'm watching it all
Yes I'm watching it all

I am there in flowers
I am there in snow
I don't know why this thing happened
But this much is clear
Anytime you cry
Anytime you sing
For anything

And I am there each morning
I am there each fall
I don't know why this thing happened
But this much is clear
Be aware
I am there
I am there
I am there
I am there
I am there




I am there
I am there

Overall Meaning

The song "Anytime" by William Finn is a poignant and heartfelt expression of love and support that is always present, no matter the circumstances or difficulties. The refrain "I am there" is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the theme of unconditional presence and support. The lyrics suggest that the singer, the person providing the support, exists in all things, from laughter and tears to nature and books. They are watching over the singer's life, never disappearing, and always being present through any struggles or joys.


The line "I don't know why this thing did happen" suggests that there may have been some event or circumstance that brought the two characters together or prompted the singer's support. However, the singer makes it clear that regardless of what may have triggered their presence, they are unwaveringly committed to supporting the singer. The lyrics are further accentuated with a melancholic and whimsical tune that feels nostalgic and haunting.


Line by Line Meaning

Anytime you laugh
I am there to share your joy and laughter


Anytime you cry
I am there to comfort you in your sorrows


Anytime you hear a sound
I am there in the background, always listening


When you're on the grass
I am there in nature, enjoying the beauty around us


Lying on the ground
I am there to help you relax and take a break


Anytime you wash your hands
I am there to keep you clean and healthy


I'll be around
I am always present and available


I'm out there on the baseball field
I am there to support you in your hobbies and interests


Though I'm well concealed
I may be hard to see, but I am always there


I'll be out there cheering
I am there to root for you and offer encouragement


I'm out there in the books you read
I am there in the stories and knowledge you gain


It is guaranteed I'm not disappearing fast
I am a constant presence in your life


Anytime, no not anytime
I am there all the time, not just sometimes


And I am there each morning
I am there to start your day with you


I am there each fall
I am there to witness the changing of seasons


I am present without warning
I can appear at any moment without notice


And I'm watching it all
I see everything and am constantly aware


I am there in music
I am there to inspire and move you through music


I am there in sky
I am there in the beauty of the sky and clouds


I don't know why this thing did happen
I don't know why I am a constant presence, but I am


But this much is clear
What is clear is that I am always there


Anytime or anywhere
I am there wherever you go and whenever you need me


I am there in the maple trees
I am there in the majesty of nature's beauty


In a summer breeze
I am there to make even the smallest moments enjoyable


On a perfect evening
I am there to share in the serenity of a peaceful night


I'm out there when you celebrate
I am there to share in your happy moments and successes


When the world seems great
I am there to remind you of the good in life


I'll be waiting by your side
I am there to support you in all that you do


Anytime, yes anytime
I am always there, without exception


I am there in flowers
I am there in the beauty and fragrance of nature's blooms


I am there in snow
I am there in the peaceful and calming snowfall


Anytime you pray
I am there to hear your prayers and offer comfort


Anytime you fight
I am there to support you through your struggles and battles


Anytime you gained a pound
I am there to help you through your weight management journey


Anytime its day
I am there to brighten your day with the sunshine


Anytime it's night
I am there to offer peacefulness and calm during the night


Anytime the earth moves
I am there to experience the wonder and power of nature


Anytime you sing
I am there to enjoy and appreciate your music and voice


For anything
I am there for anything you need, big or small


Be aware
Be aware that I am always with you


I am there
I am there through it all




Writer(s): William A. Finn

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