You Are Not Alone

Michael Jackson

About You Are Not Alone

"You Are Not Alone" is a song by American singer Michael Jackson from his ninth studio album HIStory: Past, Present and Future, Book I (1995). It was released on August 15, 1995 as the second single from the album. The song was re-released in 2006, as part of Jackson's Visionary: The Video Singles collection box set, where it re-entered at number 30 in the UK Singles Chart in 2006. The R&B/pop ballad was written by American R&B singer R. Kelly for Michael Jackson in response to difficult times in his own personal life. Kelly sent a bare demo tape to Jackson, who liked the song and decided to produce it with him in Chicago. Jackson's interest in the song was also linked to recent events in his personal life. The song's corresponding music video, which featured Jackson and his then-wife Lisa Marie Presley, featured scenes of semi-nudity. "You Are Not Alone" received a generally positive critical reception and was the recipient of Grammy and American Music Award nominations. The song was a commercial success. It holds a Guinness World Record as the first song in the 37-year history of the Billboard Hot 100 to debut at number one, and was later certified platinum by the RIAA. The track also topped the charts in Austria, Belgium, France, Ireland, New Zealand, Poland, Romania, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. "You Are Not Alone" was Michael Jackson's thirteenth and last number one single in the United States during his lifetime. 


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Another day has gone
I'm still all alone
How could this be
You're not here with me
You never said goodbye
Someone tell me why
Did you have to go
And leave my world so cold

Everyday I sit and ask myself
How did love slip away
Something whispers in my ear and says

That you are not alone
For I am here with you
Though you're far away
I am here to stay

But you are not alone
I am here with you
Though we're far apart
You're always in my heart
You are not alone

Alone, alone
Why, alone

Just the other night
I thought I heard you cry
Asking me to come
And hold you in my arms
I can hear your prayers
Your burdens I will bear
But first I need your hand
Then forever can begin

Everyday I sit and ask myself
How did love slip away
Something whispers in my ear and says

That you are not alone
For I am here with you
Though you're far away
I am here to stay

But you are not alone
And I am here with you
Though we're far apart
You're always in my heart
For you are not alone

Whisper three words and I'll come runnin'
And I and girl you know that I'll be there
I'll be there

You are not alone
I am here with you
Though you're far away
I am here to stay

For you are not alone
I am here with you
Though we're far apart
You're always in my heart

For you are not alone (you are not alone)
For I am here with you (I am here with you)
Though you're far away (though you're far away)
(You and me) I am here to stay

For you are not alone (you are always in my heart)
For I am here with you though we're far apart
You're always in my heart

For you are not alone not alone, oh

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Michael Jackson

Michael Joseph Jackson (August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009) was an American recording artist also he is the most famous recording artist worldwide, entertainer and businessman. Often referred to as the King of Pop, King of Pop, Rock and Soul, or by his initials MJ, Jackson is recognized as the most successful entertainer of all time by Guinness World Records. His contributions to music, dance, and fashion, along with a much-publicized personal life, made him a global figure in popular culture for over four decades. The eighth child of the Jackson family, he debuted on the professional music scene along with his brothers as a member of The Jackson 5 in 1964, and began his solo career in 1971. He has donated a total of 500 Million dollars to charities and has sold… more »

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Written by: ROBERT S. KELLY

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13 facts about this song

Song Origins
"You Are Not Alone" was written by R&B singer-songwriter R. Kelly.
Record-Breaking Success
"You Are Not Alone" holds the Guinness World Record for the first song ever to debut at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Popularity Around the World
The song was a worldwide hit, topping the charts in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, France, and many more countries.
Album Placement
The song appeared on Michael Jackson's ninth studio record, "HIStory: Past, Present and Future, Book I" (1995).
Certified Gold and Platinum
"You Are Not Alone" went platinum in the US and UK, and it was certified gold in Australia.
Grammy Nominee
It was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance at the 38th Grammy Awards.
Music Video Director
The music video for the song was directed by Wayne Isham, who has also worked with other famous musicians like Metallica and Bon Jovi.
Controversial Music Video
The song’s music video was controversial due to its intimate scenes between Jackson and his then-wife, Lisa Marie Presley.
Remixes
The song is famous for its remix version by Frankie Knuckles, and it was featured in Michael Jackson’s remix album, "Blood on Dance Floor: HIStory in the Mix" (1997).
Posthumous Use
The song was used as the theme song for the 2009 documentary about Michael Jackson’s life, "This Is It" after his death in June 2009.
Charity
In 2011, in wake of the Tohoku earthquake and tsunami in Japan, the song was rerecorded by various artists and the proceeds were donated to the Japanese Red Cross.
R.Kelly's Inspiration
R.Kelly was inspired to write the song after losing close people in his life. He felt alone and he used that emotion to construct the lyrics.
'HIStory' Album's Second Single
"You Are Not Alone" was the second single released from 'HIStory,' following "Scream," his duet with his sister Janet Jackson.

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