I just can’t help but remember this song, as I reflect on the movie “Reign on Me“. It sort of sums up the need that we all have for a true friendship in our lives. I have a best friend myself, a lady. We’ve known each other for quite a long time, since high school probably. The fact that I know she’s always there is always comforting, even if I don’t necessarily go to her for every problem that I may encounter… It’s the comfort of having that relationship that warms my heart.

(Song and Lyrics after the jump)

Sometimes in our lives we all have pain
We all have sorrow
But if we are wise
We know that there’s always tomorrow

Lean on me, when you’re not strong
And I’ll be your friend
I’ll help you carry on
For it won’t be long
‘Til I’m gonna need
Somebody to lean on

Please swallow your pride
If I have things you need to borrow
For no one can fill those of your needs
That you don’t let show

So just call on me brother, when you need a hand
We all need somebody to lean on
I just might have a problem that you’ll understand
We all need somebody to lean on

Lean on me, when you’re not strong
And I’ll be your friend
I’ll help you carry on
For it won’t be long
‘Til I’m gonna need
Somebody to lean on

So just call on me brother, when you need a hand
We all need somebody to lean on
I just might have a problem that you’ll understand
We all need somebody to lean on

If there is a load you have to bear
That you can’t carry
I’m right up the road
I’ll share your load
If you just call me

call me… call me… call me…