The Spinners
The Spinners
The Spinners
The Spinners
The Spinners
The Spinners
The Spinners
The Spinners
The Spinners
The Spinners
This song was co-written by Thom Bell & Phil Hurtt, and produced by Thom Bell. “I’ll Be Around” was released around July of 1972, and included in the group’s self titled album. It was released under the label of Atlanta Records.
[Verse 1]
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
[Chorus]
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
[Verse 2]
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
[Chorus]
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
[Horn Solo]
[Chorus]
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 your 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 a-runnin', I'll be there
I'll be calling out your name to let you know
I'll be around
Oh, oh, baby
I’ll Be Around was written by Phil Hurtt & Thom Bell.
I’ll Be Around was produced by Thom Bell.
On October 30, 1972, “I’ll Be Around” was certified gold by the RIAA.