About The Song
The Spinners’ song “I’ll Be Around,” written by Thom Bell and Phil Hurtt, became a hit in 1972. Produced by Bell, the song was recorded at Philadelphia’s Sigma Sound Studios and included backing from the house band MFSB. I’ll Be Around is a song by American R&B vocal group The Spinners. It was reached the top of the R&B chart and number three on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
The song’s lyrics express the speaker’s desperation to preserve their relationship, but the song has had enduring popularity thanks to its soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics. It is symbolic of the idea of offering comfort and support to someone you once loved, even if romantic love has faded.
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Lyrics
This is our fork in the road
Love’s last episode
There’s nowhere to go, oh no
You made your choice
Now it’s up to me
To bow out gracefully
Though you hold the key, but baby
Whenever you call me, I’ll be there
Whenever you want me, I’ll be there
Whenever you need me, I’ll be there
I’ll be around
I knew just what to say
Now I found out today
That all the words had slipped away, but I know
There’s always a chance
A tiny spark will remain, yeah
And sparks turn into flames
And love can burn once again, but I know you know
Whenever you call me, I’ll be there
Whenever you want me, I’ll be there
Whenever you need me, I’ll be there
I’ll be around, yeah
Whenever you call me, I’ll be there
Whenever you want me, I’ll be there
Even if I have to crawl, I’ll be there
I’ll be around
Just call me on the phone, I’ll be there
I’ll never leave you alone, I’ll be there
Just call out my name, I know I know you know
I’ll be around
I’ll be skippin’ and a-jumpin’, I’ll be there
I’ll be a-rippin’ and running, I’ll be there
I’ll be calling out your name to let you know
I’ll be around