I'll Be Around
Rappin' 4-Tay
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This, is our fork in the road Love's last episode There's nowhere to go, oh no You made your choice, now it's up to me To bow out gracefully Though you hold the key, but baby Whenever you call me, I'll be there Whenever you want me, I'll be there Whenever you need me, I'll be there I'll be around I, knew just what to say Now I found out today That all the words had slipped away, but I know There's always a chance A tiny spark remains, yeah And sparks turn into flames And love can burn once again, but I know you know Whenever you call me, I'll be there Whenever you want me, I'll be there Whenever you need me, I'll be there I'll be around...yeah Whenever you call me, I'll be there Whenever you want me, I'll be there Even if I have to call, I'll be there I'll be around Just call me at home, I'll be there I'll never leave you alone, I'll be there Just call out your name you know I know you know I'll be around
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Written by: Phil Hurtt, Thom Bell, Thom Randolph Bell
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10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"I'll Be Around" by Rappin' 4-Tay belongs to the hip-hop genre, it's specifically classified as West Coast hip hop, which is a style of hip hop music that was dominant in the late 1980s and 1990s, characterized by its laid-back, funky rhythms and intricate rhyming.
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Chart PerformanceThe song "I'll Be Around" was a major hit for Rappin' 4-Tay, it reached number 39 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming one of his most successful singles.
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Album InformationThe song "I'll Be Around" appears on Rappin' 4-Tay's third studio album, "Off Parole", released in 1994. It was the second single released from that album.
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Artist BackgroundRappin' 4-Tay, whose real name is Anthony Forté, was a significant figure in the West Coast hip hop scene, primarily in the 90s. He's known for his lyrical skills and smooth rap style.
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Sample Usage"I'll Be Around" samples from The Spinners' 1972 song of the same name. Rappin' 4-Tay's version utilizes the original's melody while incorporating his own lyrical content.
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Reception"I'll Be Around" was widely appreciated by critics and fans alike for its nostalgic melody and laid-back, smooth sound. It solidified Rappin' 4-Tay's standing as a prominent west coast rapper in the 90s.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song "I'll Be Around" showcases footage of neighborhoods in San Francisco, where Rappin' 4-Tay is from, interspersed with scenes of him rapping and dancing to the song.
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CollaborationThe version of "I'll Be Around" released as a single features The Detroit Spinners, furthering the nostalgic feel of the song.
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Legacy of the SongEven years after its release, "I'll Be Around" remains one of Rappin' 4-Tay's most popular and recognized songs.
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“I’ll be Around” LyricsThe lyrics of "I'll Be Around" talk about Rappin' 4-Tay's experiences growing up on the streets of San Francisco and his promise to remain loyal and available to his friends and community.
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