Like sweet morning dew I took one look at you
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And it was plain to see you where my destiny
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With my arms open wide I threw away my pride
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I sacrificed for you, dedicated my life to you
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Like I would go where you lead
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I'll be right there in time of need
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And when I lose my will you'll be there to push me up that hill
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There's no looking back for us
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We've got each other's love and that's enough
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Cause you're all I need to get by (chorus sung in Aretha's typical
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"run" fashion)
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Like an eagle protects his nest for you I'll do my best
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Stand by yiu like a tree and dare anybody who tries to move me
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Darlin' in you I've found strength where I was torn down
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I don't know what's in store but together we can open any door
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Just do what's good for you I'll inspire you a little bit higher
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I know you can make a wo-man out of soul that didn't have a goal
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Cause we've got the right foundation and with the love
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and determination (yes we do)
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You're all I need to get by (again, with the chorus Aretha does not
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"sing it straight," she ad-libs and improvises into the denoument)
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You're All I Need to Get By
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| Aretha Franklin |
