Lyrics: I’ll Be There (feat. Trey Lorenz)

Mariah Carey lyrics for “I’ll Be There” capture the essence of her unforgettable rendition of the Jackson 5 classic. Performed as a duet with R&B singer Trey Lorenz during her MTV Unplugged special on March 16, 1992, the song became an iconic moment in her career. Initially added as a last-minute cover, Carey’s heartfelt performance aired on May 20, 1992, and was met with overwhelming acclaim, prompting Columbia Records to release it as a single. Produced by Carey and Walter Afanasieff, the track topped charts worldwide, including the Billboard Hot 100, and was later performed as a tribute to Michael Jackson during his 2009 memorial.

I’ll Be There (feat. Trey Lorenz)

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)

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 so strong
I’ll be your strength
You know I’ll keep holdin’ on

Let me fill your heart with joy and laughter
Togetherness, well it’s all I’m after
Just call my name, and I’ll be there (I’ll be there)

I’ll be there to protect you (yeah baby)
With an unselfish love that respects you
Just call my name, and I’ll be there (I’ll be there)

I’ll be there to comfort you
Build my world of dreams around you
You know I’m so glad that I found you baby (so glad baby)

I’ll be there with a love so strong
I’ll be your strength, (Be your strength)
You know I’ll keep holdin’ on

If you should ever find someone new
I know she better be good to you
‘Cause if she doesn’t
Then I’ll be there (I’ll be there)

Don’t you know baby, yeah I’ll be there
I’ll be there

Just call my name, and I’ll be there
Yeah, I’ll be there baby
You know I’ll be there
Just call my name and I’ll be there
Just look over your shoulder!
Just call my name and I’ll be there

Songwriters: Berry Gordy, Hal Davis, Bob West, and Willie Hutch