Count on Me
Bruno Mars
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If you ever find yourself stuck in the middle of the sea, I'll sail the world to find you If you ever find yourself lost in the dark and you can't see, I'll be the light to guide you Find out what we're made of When we are called to help our friends in need You can count on me like one two three I'll be there And I know when I need it I can count on you like four three two You'll be there 'Cause that's what friends are supposed to do, oh yeah Whoa, whoa Oh, oh Yeah, yeah If you tossin' and you're turnin' and you just can't fall asleep I'll sing a song Beside you And if you ever forget how much you really mean to me Everyday I will Remind you Ooh Find out what we're made of When we are called to help our friends in need You can count on me like one two three I'll be there And I know when I need it I can count on you like four three two You'll be there 'Cause that's what friends are supposed to do, oh yeah Oh, oh Yeah, yeah You'll always have my shoulder when you cry I'll never let go Never say goodbye You know you can Count on me like one two three I'll be there And I know when I need it I can count on you like four three two And you'll be there 'Cause that's what friends are supposed to do, oh yeah Oh, oh You can count on me 'cause I can count on you
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Written by: Ari Levine, Peter Hernandez, Philip Lawrence
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Round Hill Music Big Loud Songs, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Songwriter Credits"Count on Me" was written by Bruno Mars, Philip Lawrence, and Ari Levine, who are collectively known as The Smeezingtons.
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Album AppearanceThe song is a part of Bruno Mars' debut studio album "Doo-Wops & Hooligans," which was released in 2010.
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Chart SuccessIn 2011, "Count on Me" made the Top 10 in the Australian and New Zealand music charts. It was a commercial success in other countries as well, like Austria and Canada, placing within their Top 20.
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Lyric InspirationThe song's lyrics were intended as a message of friendship and loyalty, with Bruno Mars guaranteeing that he will be there for his friends when they need him.
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Musical Style"Count on Me" is noted for its mixture of pop and reggae styles, which helps to create a cheerful and upbeat tone.
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Songwriting ProcessMars was said to have written the song in just 15 minutes, as he wanted to capture the spontaneous, heartwarming feeling of solidarity.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Count on Me," released in 2011, is an animated lyric video that illustrates the various supportive scenarios mentioned in the song.
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Awards and AchievementsThough "Count on Me" didn't win any awards, its parent album "Doo-Wops & Hooligans" was nominated for a Grammy for "Album of the Year."
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Cover Versions"Count on Me" has also been covered by a number of artists, including Connie Talbot and the cast of Nickelodeon series, School of Rock.
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Pop Culture ReferencesThe song is also featured in the 2012 film "Pitch Perfect" in the famous "riff-off" scene.
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CharityIn 2020, Mars used the song in a promotional video for "Hawaii Food Bank" to raise funds during the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Kid's VersionThomas & Friends, a popular children's show, used a version of "Count on Me" in one of their TV Specials highlighting themes of friendship and support.
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