The song "I'll Be There" by Jessica Mauboy tells the story of a person who is deeply missing someone they love. The lyrics suggest that the person is struggling with the absence of their loved one and finds it hard to move on. The protagonist admits that they thought the pain of missing the person would fade with time, but it seems to have intensified instead. They express a strong desire to reach out and call the person, not wanting to be alone. There is a sense of losing control and feeling helpless in the situation. Throughout the song, the person hopes that the one they love is also feeling the same way. They feel a connection and long to be in the other person's thoughts. This longing is portrayed through various elements like something in the air, on the radio, and even while driving. The person acknowledges that it's unfair to be unable to sleep because they can't stop thinking about the one they love. Despite having a good person in their life, they feel that no one can compare to the person they miss. They question what they are supposed to do when they have someone else but still love someone who is not there. Ultimately, the protagonist expresses their willingness to be there for the person they love if they were asked to. They admit that it may be wrong, but they don't care because their feelings for this person are strong. Overall, "I'll Be There" explores themes of longing, longing for connection, and the internal struggle of moving on while still holding onto deep feelings for someone.
