About the song
“(You’ve Got a Friend)” is a song written by Carole King and recorded by American singer-songwriter James Taylor. It was released in 1971 as the second single from his album Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon. The song topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and has become one of Taylor’s most popular songs.
The song is a simple but powerful message of friendship and support. The lyrics speak to the importance of having someone to rely on in times of trouble. Taylor’s warm and expressive vocals deliver the message with sincerity and conviction. The song’s gentle melody and acoustic guitar accompaniment create a sense of intimacy and comfort.
“(You’ve Got a Friend)” has been covered by many artists over the years, including Carole King herself, but Taylor’s version remains the definitive one. The song has been used in numerous films and television shows, and it has become a standard at weddings and other gatherings. It is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with listeners of all ages.
James Taylor is an American singer-songwriter who has been a major figure in popular music since the early 1970s. He is known for his warm and expressive vocals, his acoustic guitar playing, and his introspective songwriting. Taylor has won numerous awards, including five Grammy Awards. He was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1997 and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2000.
Carole King is an American singer-songwriter who has written and recorded some of the most popular songs of all time. She is known for her distinctive voice, her piano playing, and her songwriting, which often deals with themes of love, loss, and self-discovery. King has won numerous awards, including four Grammy Awards. She was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1987 and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990.
“(You’ve Got a Friend)” is a beautiful and moving song that celebrates the power of friendship. It is a reminder that we are never truly alone, and that there are always people who care about us and will be there for us when we need them. Taylor’s heartfelt performance and King’s poignant lyrics make this song a classic that will continue to touch the hearts of listeners for years to come.
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Lyrics
“You’ve Got A Friend”
When you’re down and troubled and you need a helping handAnd nothing, whoa, nothing is going rightClose your eyes and think of me and soon I will be thereTo brighten up even your darkest nightsYou just call out my name, and you know wherever I am
I’ll come running, oh yeah baby, to see you again
Winter, spring, summer, or fall
All you got to do is call and I’ll be there, yeah, yeah, yeah
You’ve got a friendIf the sky… above you should turn dark and full of clouds
And that old north wind should begin to blow
Keep your head together and call my name out loud now
Soon I’ll be knocking upon your doorYou just call out my name, and you know wherever I am
I’ll come running, oh yes I will, see you again
Winter, spring, summer, or fall, yeah
All you got to do is call and I’ll be there, yeah, yeah, yeah
Hey, ain’t it good to know that you’ve got a friend?People can be so cold
They’ll hurt you and desert you
Well, they’ll take your soul if you let them
Oh yeah, but don’t you let themYou just call out my name, and you know where ever I am
I’ll come running to see you again
Oh baby, don’t you know about
Winter, spring, summer, or fallHey now, all you’ve got to do is call, Lord, I’ll be there, yes I will.
You’ve got a friend. You’ve got a friend, yeah
Ain’t it good to know you’ve got a friend
Ain’t it good to know you’ve got a friend
Oh, yeah, yeah, you’ve got a friend