I Will Be There
Van Morrison
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Whenever the sunshine comes through Whenever my thoughts turn to you Whatever you want me to do I will be there Whether I crawl uphill Try to not be through the mill Just as long as I fit the bill I will be there If it's on a lazy afternoon in summertime And you're drinking champagne and wine Anytime, I don't mind And even if I've got the blues Yeah after I pay all my dues You decide to go for a cruise I will be there And if it's on a lazy afternoon in summertime And you're drinking champagne and wine Anytime, I don't mind And even if I've got the blues I'm tired of paying oh so many dues And you decide to go for a cruise Going to grab my razor and my suitcase And my toothbrush and my overcoat And my underwear I will be there
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Written by: Van Morrison
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10 facts about this song
Release"I Will Be There" is a track on Van Morrison's 1995 album, "A Night in San Francisco." This double live album was recorded in 1993 and 1994, featuring a strong blues influence.
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About the SongThe song is a classic blues number, and is actually a cover version of the original song, famous in the late 1920s and 1930s by Count Basie and his orchestra.
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LyricA unique feature of "I will be there" is the lyrical style and the tone of commitment where the singer is expressing unfaltering support for the loved one by promising to be there no matter what happens.
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PerformanceVan Morrison's rendition of this song is noteable for his powerful soulful voice and his masterful interpretation of the lyrics, exhibiting a true embodiment of blues music.
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CollaborationThis song showcases the Hammon B-3 organ work of Georgie Fame, who played back-up on many of Morrison's performances and adds to the authenticity of the blues style.
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PopularityThough "I Will Be There" wasn't a chart-topping track, it has been well received by Van Morrison's fans and critics alike, especially in live performances, widely considered one of the highlights of the album.
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Lives ShowsOne of the much-acclaimed performances of this song occurred in 1999 when Morrison performed the song with a full orchestra at his Irish Heartbeat concert in Belfast.
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Genre"I Will Be There" is a key component in Morrison's return to his original music influences from the early days of his career. He is famously noted as an artist who incorporates the elements of Celtic, R&B, blues, jazz and soul in his songs, and this one is a perfect showcase of his blues interest.
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SongwritingThe song was originally composed by Sonny Boy Williamson and King Curtis, and Van Morrison adapted it to emphasize its deeply emotional storyline.
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LegacyThe song is an epitome of Van Morrison’s eclectic style which has distinguished his 50-plus year career. The song perfectly captures the spirit and history of the blues while keeping Van Morrison's unique interpretation alive.
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