Introduction Lyrics
Chicago
Lyrics
(Phil Galdston, Jean-Jacques Goldman)You're the bravest of hearts, you're the strongest of souls
You're my light in the dark, you're the place I call home
You can say it's all right, but I know that you're breaking up inside
I see it in your eyes
Even you face the night afraid and alone
That's why I'll be there
When the storm rises up, when the shadows descend
Ev'ry beat of my heart, ev'ry day without end
Ev'ry second I live, that's the promise I make
Baby, that's what I'll give, if that's what it takes
If that's what it takes
You can sleep in my arms, you don't have to explain
When your heart's crying out, baby, whisper my name'Cause I've reached out for you when the thunder is crashing up above
You've given me your love
When your smile like the sun that shines through the pain
That's why I'll be there
When the storm rises up, when the shadows descend
Ev'ry beat of my heart, ev'ry day without end
I will stand like a rock, I will bend till I break
Till there's no more to give, if that's what it takes
I will risk everything, I will fight, I will bleed
I will lay down my life, if that's what you need
Ev'ry second I live, that's the promise I make
Baby, that's what I'll give, if that's what it takes
Through the wind and the rain, through the smoke and the fire
When the fear rises up, when the wave's ever higher
I will lay down my heart, my body, my soul
I will hold on all night and never let go
Ev'ry second I live, that's the promise I make
Baby, that's what I'll give, if that's what it takes
If that's what it takes
Every day
If that's what it takes
Every day
Song & Lyrics Facts
Chicago is an American rock band formed in 1967. The group's self-titled debut album was released in 1969 and featured their iconic song "Introduction".
Written by Robert Lamm, the track was a hit single that charted on both the US Billboard Hot 100 and Canadian RPM Top Singles charts. It was also included on numerous compilation albums. The lyrics of “Introduction” were penned by singer/keyboardist Robert Lamm and feature contributions from other members of the band including guitarist Terry Kath, bassist Peter Cetera, drummer Danny Seraphine, trombonist James Pankow, trumpeter Lee Loughnane, saxophonist Walter Parazaider, and keyboardist/vocalist Keith Howland. The genre of “Introduction” can be described as soft rock with jazz influences. The song has been praised for its catchy melody and upbeat tempo. It remains one of Chicago's most beloved hits to this day, having been covered by many artists over the years. The original version of “Introduction” was released on the band's self-titled album in 1969 and was later re-released on the 1971 compilation album Greatest Hits.