The song "Who Can I Turn To (When Nobody Needs Me)" is a popular standard that was originally written by Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newley for the musical "The Roar of the Greasepaint – The Smell of the Crowd." Harry Connick, Jr. is one of the many artists who have covered this song. The lyrics convey a feeling of loneliness and desperation, where the protagonist feels lost and doesn't know who they can rely on or seek help from. They express a longing for someone to be there for them, to guide them and provide companionship in their journey through life. The first verse reflects the protagonist's sense of solitude and their need for guidance and direction. They express a desire to follow their destiny, even though they feel alone and have no one to lean on. The lack of a guiding star symbolizes the absence of any source of illumination or hope in their life. In the chorus, the protagonist reflects on their search for happiness and relief from their sorrows. They are willing to do whatever it takes, even if it means begging, stealing, or borrowing, to find a share of laughter and joy in life. They yearn for someone to teach them and be by their side, but they question who they can rely on if that person turns away. The song captures the universal experience of feeling alone and struggling to find one's place in the world. It emphasizes the importance of human connection and the yearning for support and understanding from others.
