Always There

from I Am Who We Are by Mike Hicks

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I can't get through this song without getting emotional. This song is me at my most vulnerable...just me and piano, singing about my mom. She's consistently been my greatest supporter and I owe her the world. A musical nod to Thomas Whitfield is the theme for this song. I love the de-modulation in this song as a point of tension release.

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"Always There”
Words & Music by Michael B. Hicks
Michael B. Hicks Music, BMI ©️2018

Back in kindergarten
You held my hand
Helped me get homework started
When I didn't understand
And near our front door
Were little figurines
Whose skin looked like yours
It boosted my self-esteem
You let me hold your new baby
And I still carry that smile
I was hoping that maybe
We'd keep him for a while

We never had to wonder if your cared
There was support and joy for your baby boys
And a love that was always there

Your very touch could heal us
You were our own family nurse
You taught us all about Jesus
You made us go to church
Hearing gospel music
Playing through the house
Cleaning up, no excuses
Is what Saturdays were about
Thought you'd be off at three
But I heard you pull up at one
You'd open the door to see
None of our chores were done

We never had to wonder if you cared
There was teaching in the discipline
And a love that was always there

Always there
Always there
Always there

You stood up for me
When folks treated me wrong
You'd listen proudly
When I played you my songs
And if ever it seems
That you're on my nerves
By simply being
So very concerned
I want you to know
That's not the case
Those seeds that you've sown
Have not gone to waste

We never had to wonder if you cared
You instilled a pride with a faith inside
And a love that was always there

And if you ever wonder if I care
May the lessons learned, the love returned
The influence that I share, I share
Help my life to say, my heart convey
There's a love that is always there

Always there
Always there
Always there

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from I Am Who We Are, released July 9, 2021
"Always There”
Words & Music by Michael B. Hicks
Michael B. Hicks Music, BMI ©️2018

Lead Vocals: Mike Hicks
Piano: Mike Hicks
Piano recorded by Casey Wasner at Uncle Pete’s
Vocals recorded by James Waddell at Lyricanvas
Mixed by James Waddell at Lyricanvas

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Mike Hicks Nashville, Tennessee

Mike Hicks is an unique blend of talent and humility rarely found in today’s emerging talent. As an artist, writer, and performer, Mike is revered as one of the best in the diverse Funk and Soul music scene in Nashville and beyond. Having toured with Keb Mo, Jonny Lang, Rascal Flatts, Lauren Daigle, Little Big Town and more, Mike's current focus is continuing to grow his own artistry. ... more

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