Song
Be Near Me
by ABC
Be Near Me is a 1983 song by ABC, 4:26 long, which peaked at #9 on the Billboard Hot 100. A karaoke version is available on KaraFun. It fits the 'Be' Verbs, "Me," "Myself," or "I", Directive song themes.
Released 1983 Hot 100 peak #9 · 22 weeks Length 4:26 Album How to Be a ... Zillionaire!, Absolutely, The Lexicon of Live, Look of Love: The Very Best of ABC Synth-Pop, Blue-Eyed Soul, Dance-pop
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Released in April 1985 as the second single from ABC's third studio album, How to Be a... Zillionaire!, "Be Near Me" went on to peak at No. 26 on the UK Singles Chart. Notably, it was the only track from the album to break into the UK top 40.
Performance tips
- Play the verses lightly so the chorus feels intimate
- Don't rush the phrasing, especially on the repeated lines
- Keep the delivery playful and charming rather than forceful
In these themes
Karaoke versions
There's a karaoke version of this song. Most karaoke services carry it; KaraFun lists it among its catalog.
- Find karaoke versions on YouTubeOpens a YouTube search for "Be Near Me" karaoke
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