I know that life seems hard, cruel and unkind

A lonesome journey with questions in your mind

I'll hold your weary hand as you walk down the road

Remember you're never alone

Whenever you need somebody

Whenever you want someone

To reach out and touch you

With a love that is strong

Whenever you need somebody

Whenever you want a friend

To chase away the clouds

And help the sun shine again

I will be that friend

If I could have one wish this I would pray

A heavenly miracle, your pain to drift away

So I'll keep on prayin' until that day comes

Remember that I'll be the one

Whenever you need somebody

Whenever you want someone

To reach out and touch you

With a love that is strong

Whenever you need somebody

Whenever you want a friend

To chase away the clouds and help the sun shine again

I will be that friend

I'll give you strength in times you're feeling weak

I'll give you hope and help you to believe