You've Got a Friend
Embracing Solace: Finding Comfort in the Warmth of Friendship
Lyrics
When you're down and troubled
Expressing empathy and support for someone going through a difficult time.
And you need some love and care
Acknowledging the need for love and care during challenging moments.
And nothing, nothing is going right
Highlighting a period of adversity and frustration where nothing seems to go right.
Close your eyes and think of me
Suggesting the listener to visualize the speaker in their mind as a source of comfort.
And soon I will be there
Assuring that the speaker will be there soon to bring brightness to the listener's darkest night.
To brighten up even your darkest night
Emphasizing the commitment to provide support even in the toughest situations.
You just call out my name
Encouraging the listener to reach out by calling the speaker's name when in need.
And you know wherever I am
Reinforcing the idea that the speaker will come running regardless of their location.
I'll come running to see you again
Reiterating the willingness to visit the listener whenever they need assistance.
Winter, spring, summer or fall
Stating the readiness to provide support in any season—winter, spring, summer, or fall.
All you have to do is call
Emphasizing the simplicity of reaching out for help—just a call is needed.
And I'll be there yeah, yeah
Affirming the commitment to be there for the listener when called upon.
You've got a friend
Declaring that the listener has a reliable friend in the speaker.
If the sky above you grows dark and full of clouds
Describing a metaphorical dark and cloudy situation in the listener's life.
And that old north wind begins to blow
Referring to challenges and difficulties represented by the north wind.
Keep your head together and call my name out loud
Advising the listener to stay composed and call for support during tough times.
Soon you'll hear me knocking at your door
Promising that the speaker will soon be at the listener's doorstep.
You just call out my name
Reiterating the importance of reaching out by calling the speaker's name.
And you know wherever I am
Reaffirming the commitment to be there for the listener whenever and wherever they are.
I'll come running, running, yeah, to see you again
Expressing eagerness to run and see the listener again when called.
Winter, spring, summer or fall
Repeating the unconditional support in all seasons—winter, spring, summer, or fall.
All you have to do is call
Reemphasizing the simplicity of seeking help—just a call is enough.
And I'll be there, yes I will
Affirming the speaker's commitment to be there for the listener.
Now, ain't it good to know that you've got a friend
Celebrating the comfort in knowing that the listener has a reliable friend.
When people can be so cold?
Reflecting on the coldness and potential cruelty of people.
They'll hurt you, and desert you
Highlighting the potential for others to cause harm and abandonment.
And take your soul if you let them
Warning against letting others take away one's inner essence or spirit.
Oh, but don't you let them
Encouraging resilience and resistance against negative influences.
And I'll be there, yes I will
Reaffirming the speaker's commitment to be there for the listener.
And I’ll be there
Repeating the assurance of being there for the listener.
You've got a friend
Reiterating that the listener has a friend in the speaker.
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