When you?re down and troubled and you need a helping hand
And nothin?, nothin? is goin? right
Close your eyes and think of me and soon I will be there
To brighten up even your darkest night
You just call out my name and you know wherever I am
I?ll come runnin? to see you again
Winter, spring, summer or fall all you?ve got to do is call
And I?ll be there, yes I will, you?ve got a friend
If the sky above you should turn dark and full of clouds
And that old north wind should begin to blow
Keep your head together and call my name out loud
Soon I?ll be knockin? upon your door
You just call out my name and you know wherever I am
I?ll come runnin? to see you again
Winter, spring, summer or fall all you?ve got to do is call
And I?ll be there
Hey ain?t it good to know you?ve got a friend
When people can be so cold
They?ll hurt you, desert you
They?ll take your soul if you let them
So don?t you let them
You just call out my name and you know wherever I am
I?ll come runnin? to see you again
Winter, spring, summer or fall all you?ve got to do is call
And I?ll be there, yes I will
You?ve got a friend
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You've Got A Friend
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Jul 24, 2026 updated
Verified editorial review
Don Williams' song 'You've Got a Friend' is a comforting ballad about offering unwavering support to a friend in need. The lyrics promise that whenever someone is troubled or facing dark times, they can call out and the singer will come running to help. It emphasizes loyalty and presence through all seasons, encouraging the listener not to let cold or hurtful people discourage them. While the song speaks of human friendship and reliability, it does not explicitly reference God, Jesus, or Christian faith. The message of comfort and companionship is universal rather than distinctly Christian.
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