I'll Be There

Michael Jackson · The Ultimate Collection [2009]

You and I must make a pact

We must bring salvation back

Where there is love, I'll be there

(I'll be there)



I'll reach out my hand to you

I'll have faith in all you do

Just call my name and I'll be there

(I'll be there)



And oh, I'll be there to comfort you

Build my world of dreams around you

I'm so glad that I found you

I'll be there with a love that's strong

I'll be your strength, I'll keep holding on

(Holding on, holding on, holding on)

Yes I will, yes I will



Let me fill your heart with joy and laughter

Togetherness, well that's all I'm after

Whenever you need me, I'll be there

(I'll be there)



I'll be there to protect you

(Yeah baby)

With an unselfish love I respect you

Just call my name and I'll be there

(I'll be there)



And oh, I'll be there to comfort you

(I'll be there)

Build my world of dreams around you

I'm so glad that I found you

I'll be there with a love that's strong

(I'll be there)

I'll be your strength, I'll keep holding on

(Holding on, holding on, holding on)

Yes I will, yes I will



If you should ever find someone new

I know he'd better be good to you

'Cause if he doesn't, I'll be there

(I'll be there)

Don't you know, baby, yeah yeah

I'll be there, I'll be there, just call my name, I'll be there

(I'll be there)



Just look over your shoulders, honey, ooh

I'll be there, I'll be there, whenever you need me, I'll be there

(I'll be there)

Don't you know, baby, yeah yeah

I'll be there, I'll be there, just call my name, I'll be there

(I'll be there)

I'll be there, I'll be there

I'll Be There - Michael Jackson

Released on The Ultimate Collection, this track by Michael Jackson stands as a quintessential example of his mid-career soulful pop sound. The song features Jackson's signature smooth vocal delivery and intricate guitar work, characteristic of his work during the Bad era. It reflects the artist's deep commitment to social consciousness and humanitarian themes, a hallmark of his discography that extended beyond entertainment into advocacy. The recording showcases his ability to blend R&B, pop, and gospel influences, creating an emotive piece that resonated globally. As part of his extensive catalog, the song demonstrates his versatility and enduring influence on modern music, cementing his legacy as a cultural icon who prioritized meaningful storytelling alongside commercial success.