You've Got A Friend
Embracing Solace: Finding Light in Dark Nights with 'You've Got A Friend'
Lyrics
When you're down and troubled
Expressing empathy and support during difficult times.
And you need a helping hand
Offering assistance to someone in need of help.
And nothing, nothing is going right
Acknowledging that everything seems to be going wrong.
Close your eyes and think of me
Suggesting a comforting visualization to find solace.
And soon I will be there
Assuring that the speaker will be there to provide support.
To brighten up even your darkest night
Promising to bring brightness to even the darkest moments.
You just call out my name
Encouraging the person to reach out when in need.
And you know wherever I am
Reiterating the commitment to be available when called.
I'll come running to see you again
Expressing readiness to quickly respond and be there.
Winter, spring, summer or fall
Emphasizing availability in all seasons of life.
All you have to do is call
Simplifying the process—just a call is needed.
And I'll be there
Reaffirming the commitment to support and friendship.
You've got a friend
Stating that the person indeed has a reliable friend.
If the sky above you
Describing a metaphorical dark and cloudy situation.
Grows dark and full of clouds
Illustrating a challenging and difficult circumstance.
And that old north wind begins to blow
Referencing a symbol of adversity—the north wind.
Keep you head together
Advising to stay composed and focused during challenges.
And call my name out loud
Encouraging the person to call for support.
Soon you'll hear me knocking at you door
Predicting a swift response to the call for help.
You just call out my name
Repeating the reassurance of being there when called.
And you know wherever I am
Restating the commitment to respond promptly.
I'll come running to see you again
Reiterating the willingness to be there during any season.
Winter, spring, summer or fall
Emphasizing the availability throughout the year.
All you have to do is call
Repeating the simplicity of just making a call for support.
And I'll be there
Reaffirming the commitment to be a reliable friend.
Ain't it good to know that you've got a friend
Highlighting the value of having a trustworthy friend.
When people can be so cold
Acknowledging that people can be unkind and cold.
They'll hurt you, and desert you
Recognizing the potential for emotional harm from others.
And take your soul if you let them
Warning about the risk of losing one's essence if not careful.
You just call out my name
Encouraging the person to reach out for support.
And you know wherever I am
Reiterating the availability to respond promptly.
I'll come running to see you again
Expressing the commitment to be there in all situations.
Winter, spring, summer or fall
Emphasizing the simplicity of seeking help through a call.
All you have to do is call
Reaffirming the willingness to be a supportive friend.
And I'll be there
Restating the assurance that the person has a friend.
You've got a friend
Concluding with the affirmation that the person has a friend.
You've got a friend
Repeating the statement about having a reliable friend.
Ain't it good to know you've got a friend
Reiterating the positive feeling of having a trustworthy friend.
Ain't it good to know you've got a friend
Repeating the sentiment of having a dependable friend.
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