Ben Lyrics
The Jackson 5
Lyrics
Ben, the two of us need look no more
We both found what we were looking for
With a friend to call my own
I'll never be alone
And you, my friend will see
You've got a friend in me
(You've got a friend in me)
Ben, you're always running here and there
(Here and there)
You feel you're not wanted anywhere (anywhere)
If you ever look behind
And don't like what you find
There's something you should know
You've got a place to go
(You've got a place to go)
I used to say I and me
Now it's us, now it's we
(I used to say I and me)
(Now it's us, now it's we)
Ben, most people would turn you away
(Turn you away)
I don't listen to a word they say
(A word they say)
They don't see you as I do
I wish they would try to
I'm sure they'd think again
If they had a friend like Ben
(A friend)
Like Ben
(Like Ben)
Like Ben
Song & Lyrics Facts
The Jackson 5's song "Ben" was released in 1972 and is featured on their album of the same name. Written by Don Black and Walter Scharf, it was the band's second number one hit single.
The lyrics focus on a young boy who finds solace in his pet rat Ben when he feels lonely or scared. It became a signature ballad for Michael Jackson, who sang lead vocals on the track. It also features backing vocals from Jermaine and Jackie Jackson. "Ben" has since become a classic among fans of The Jackson 5 and Michael Jackson alike. Its simple yet powerful lyrics have been covered numerous times by other artists over the years.