When you’re lonely, when you’re blue When you need someone to talk to, when you need a talkin’ to And when troubles full and plenty come pilin’ at your door That’s what friends are for Ladies and gentlemen of the whole wide world If every now and then a single voice was heard Telling it like it should be, makin’ it simple and plain If that man needs a helpin’ hand, help him in from the rain Now I know you, know you well And I know that you’ve been worryin’, it’s not hard for me to tell But I’m standin’ right beside you, of that you can be sure That’s what friends are for Ladies and gentlemen of the whole wide world If every now and then a single voice was heard Telling it like it should be, makin’ it simple and plain If that man needs a helpin’ hand, help him in from the rain So remember, take your time Just be sure and let it harmonise, yeah, be sure and let it rhyme I might call on you to see me through, so open up your door That’s what friends are for That’s what friends are for