Sometimes in our lives we all have pain   We all have sorrow   But if we are wise   We know that there's always tomorrow      (Chorus)   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      (Chorus)      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      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'd understand   We all need somebody to lean on      (Chorus)      Lean on me�