About The Song
“He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother” is a ballad written by Bobby Scott and Bob Russell. Originally recorded by Kelly Gordon in 1969, it became a worldwide hit for The Hollies later that year. The song reached #1 in South Africa, #3 on the UK Singles Chart, and #7 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
The song expresses themes of unconditional love and support, as depicted in its lyrics. The singer narrates a story of a struggling brother, emphasizing the willingness to bear each other’s burdens. Its enduring popularity is a testament to its emotional resonance and universal message.
Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-m1sYZzUpf4
Lyrics
The road is long
With many a winding turn
That leads us to who knows where?
Who knows where?
But I’m strong
Strong enough to carry him
He ain’t heavy, he’s my brother
So on we go
His welfare is my concern
No burden is he to bear
We’ll get there
For I know
He would not encumber me
He ain’t heavy, he’s my brother
If I’m laden at all
I’m laden with sadness
That everyone’s heart
Isn’t filled with the gladness
Of love for one another
It’s a long, long road
From which there is no return
While we’re on the way to there
Why not share?
And the load
Doesn’t weigh me down at all
He ain’t heavy, he’s my brother
He’s my brother
He ain’t heavy, he’s my brother