By Your Side
Sade
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You think I'd leave your side, baby You know me better than that Think I'd leave you down when you're down on your knees I wouldn't do that I'll tell you you're right when you're wrong And if only you could see into me Oh, when you're cold I'll be there, hold you tight to me When you're on the outside, baby, and you can't get in I will show you, you're so much better than you know When you're lost You're alone and you can't get back again I'll find you, darling, and I'll bring you home If you want to cry I am here to dry your eyes And in no time, you'll be fine You think I'd leave your side, baby You know me better than that You think I'd leave you down when you're down on your knees I wouldn't do that I'll tell you you're right when you're wrong And if only you could see into me Oh, when you're cold I'll be there, hold you tight to me Oh, when you're low I'll be there by your side, baby Oh, when you're cold I'll be there, hold you tight to me Oh, when you're low I'll be there by your side, baby
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Written by: Paul Denman, Stuart Matthewman, Helen Adu, Andrew Hale
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10 facts about this song
Album Release"By Your Side" is one of the most notable songs from the English band Sade, released as part of their fifth album, "Lovers Rock", in November 2000.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was very successful commercially, reaching number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 18 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Grammy Nominations"By Your Side" was nominated in the 2002 Grammy Awards for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance.
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Song ThemeThe song's lyrics offer an unconditional, all-consuming love to a partner, ensuring them of steadfast support no matter the circumstances.
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Songwriter InformationSade Adu, Stuart Matthewman, and Andrew Hale, the primary members of the band Sade, are the songwriters for "By Your Side."
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Cover VersionsSeveral artists have covered "By Your Side". Notably, indie folk band The 1975 and American pop artist Ben Taylor have released their own versions of the song.
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Emotional ResponseThe song generally resounds with many listeners, as it is often interpreted as a comforting and reassuring track in times of distress.
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Music VideoThe music video for "By Your Side" features Sade Adu walking and singing on a scenic route, further emphasizing the caring and reassuring theme in the lyrics.
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Album RecognitionThe album "Lovers Rock", which includes "By Your Side", won the Grammy Award for Best Pop Vocal Album in 2002.
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Cultural Icon"By Your Side" continues to be a favorite among fans and holds its place as one of Sade's most iconic songs.
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