About The Song
“Reach Out I’ll Be There” is a track from the Four Tops’ fourth studio album, “Reach Out,” released in 1967. It was written and produced by the renowned Motown production team, Holland-Dozier-Holland. Released in 1966, the song swiftly rose up the charts, becoming an anthem of hope and solidarity across generations. “Reach Out I’ll Be There” topped the US pop charts on October 15, 1966, and achieved a similar feat in the UK, cementing its status as one of the most iconic Motown hits of the 1960s. Upon its release, “Reach Out I’ll Be There” quickly climbed the Billboard Hot 100 chart, peaking at #1 for two weeks and spending a total of 15 weeks on the chart, with seven of those weeks in the Top 10.
The meaning and purpose behind the song are primarily to emphasize the importance of reaching out for help when one is feeling lost, hopeless, and confused. During those moments, there is always someone ready to offer a helping hand. The lyrics of the song reassure listeners that even in the darkest moments, there is hope. In summary, Reach Out I’ll Be There by The Four Tops is a classic song with a timeless message of hope and solidarity. The lyrics encourage listeners to reach out for help when they need it, reassuring them that there will always be someone to offer support.
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Lyrics
Now if you feel that you can’t go on (can’t go on)
Because all of your hope is gone (all your hope is gone)
And your life is filled with much confusion (much confusion)
Until happiness is just an illusion (happiness is just an illusion)
And your world around is crumbling down, darlin’
(Reach out) Come on girl reach on out for me
(Reach out) Reach out for me
Hah, I’ll be there with a love that will shelter you
I’ll be there with a love that will see you through
When you feel lost and about to give up (to give up)
‘Cause your best just ain’t good enough (just ain’t good enough)
And your feel the world has grown cold (has grown cold)
And your drifting out all on your own (drifting out on your own)
And you need a hand to hold, darlin’
(Reach out) Come on girl, reach out for me
(Reach out) Reach out for me
Hah, I’ll be there to love and comfort you
And I’ll be there to cherish and care for you
(I’ll be there to always see you through)
(I’ll be there to love and comfort you)
I can tell the way you hang your head (hang your head)
You’re not in love now, now you’re afraid (you’re afraid)
And through your tears you look around (look around)
But there’s no peace of mind to be found (no peace of mind to be found)
I know what your thinking
You’re a loner, no love of your own, but darling
(Reach out) Come on girl reach out for me
Reach out, just look over your shoulder
I’ll be there to give you all the love you need
And I’ll be there you can always depend on me
I’ll be there