You Are My Friend
Patti LaBelle
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You are my friend, I never knew it till then My friend, my friend You hold my hand, You might not say a word But I see your tears when I show my pain You're my, my friend I never knew it till then My friend I feel your love, When you're not near It helps me make it knowing you care The thought of you helps me carry on When I feel all hope is gone I see the world with brand new eyes Your love has made me realize My future looks bright to me, Oh because you are my friend You are my friend [Repeats in background] I've been looking around and you were here all the time I've been around and around and around and around I've been looking around and you were here all the time You know what I've been doing I've been looking [Repeat: x7]
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Written by: MARTY PAICH, GLEN CAMPBELL, TRADITIONAL
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Spirit Music Group, Songtrust Ave
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10 facts about this song
Release Year and Performance"You Are My Friend" by Labelle and Patti LaBelle was released in 1978, as part of Patti's debut solo album, "Tasty".
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Co-authors and Inspirational MessageThe song was co-written by Patti LaBelle, James "Budd" Ellison, and Armstead Edwards with a message that emphasizes friendship and support system.
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Chart SuccessDespite being a popular song, it did not become a major hit on the Billboard Charts, but it did peak at #31 on the Billboard R&B chart.
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Popularity in Live PerformancesIt has been reported that "You Are My Friend" has always been a crowd favorite during Patti LaBelle's live performances and was often performed as her closing number.
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Influence and ImportanceSince its release, the song has served as an empowerment anthem for many fans and has had considerable influence in Gospel and R&B music genres.
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Re-recorded VersionsAn alternate live version of the song was included on Patti LaBelle's 1991 album, "Burnin'", which reached #1 on the Billboard R&B Albums chart.
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Cover VersionsMany talent show contestants like American Idol's Fantasia Barrino and The Voice's Jennifer Hudson have covered "You Are My Friend."
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Accolades for the AlbumThe album, "Tasty", earned Patti LaBelle a Grammy nomination for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance.
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Cultural ImpactThe song continues to be used in various media platforms such as shows, movies, and playback radio for its uplifting message about friendship.
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Symbol for Patti LaBelleThe song is often seen as a symbol for Patti LaBelle's resilience and commitment to her solo career after the split from her group, Labelle.
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