Will You Be There
Michael Jackson
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Hold me Like the River Jordan And I will then say to thee You are my friend Carry me Like you are my brother Love me like a mother Will you be there? When weary Tell me will you hold me When wrong, will you scold me When lost will you find me? But they told me A man should be faithful And walk when not able And fight till the end But I'm only human Everyone's taking control of me Seems that the world's got a role for me I'm so confused will you show to me You'll be there for me And care enough to bear me (Hold me) (Lay your head lowly) (Softly then boldly) (Carry me there) (Hold me) (Love me and feed me) (Kiss me and free me) (I will feel blessed) (Carry) (Carry me boldly) (Lift me up slowly) (Carry me there) (Save me) (Heal me and bathe me) (Softly you say to me) (I will be there) (Lift me) (Lift me up slowly) (Carry me boldly) (Show me you care) (Hold me) (Lay your head lowly) (Softly then boldly) (Carry me there) (Need me) (Love me and feed me) (Kiss me and free me) (I will feel blessed)
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Written by: Michael Jackson
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15 facts about this song
Artist Inspirations"Will You Be There" by Michael Jackson is inspired by Beethoven's Ninth Symphony, a classic in the world of orchestral music.
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Album SuccessThis track is part of the album 'Dangerous' which is considered to be one of Michael Jackson’s most successful projects.
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Release DateThe song was released in 1991 and was an instant hit.
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Song LengthThe song is interesting due to its length; it runs for just over seven minutes which is quite lengthy for a pop song of the era.
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Notable Achievements"Will You Be There" received the MTV Movie Award for Best Song in a Movie in 1994 for its feature in the film Free Willy.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Live PerformanceMichael Jackson usually ended his concerts with an emotional performance of "Will You Be There", showing the importance the song held for him.
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Album SignificanceThe song was the eighth top 40 single from the 'Dangerous' album—the highest number of charting singles from one Michael Jackson album.
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Speech Inclusion"Will You Be There" includes a prelude and a closing with Jackson's voice-over. The closing of the song features a portion of Michael Jackson's notable 'AIDS' speech' that he first gave in 1992.
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Music Video ImageryThe music video for the song makes extensive use of religious and spiritual imagery, including Michael Jackson being lifted into the air by a group of angels.
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Gospel InfluenceThe track features a prominent choir, giving it a unique gospel sound uncommon in most of Michael Jackson's work.
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Grammy Awards NominationThe song was nominated for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance at the 36th Annual Grammy Awards.
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Song Meaning"Will You Be There" is often seen as a song about trust and reliance — on friends, family, and a greater power.
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Platinum CertificationThe song was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in August 1995.
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Connection with fans"Will You Be There" has often been used as an anthem by Jackson's fans showing their support for him during his controversies.
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