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Introduction
Few songs capture the ache of loneliness quite like “Help Me Make It Through The Night.” Written by Kris Kristofferson, it’s a piece that strips away all pretense and gets to the heart of what it means to be human—to want, to need, to feel deeply. The duet between Kristofferson and Sinéad O’Connor elevates this sentiment, bringing together two voices that, despite their differences, share an unmistakable emotional resonance.
Kristofferson’s voice is like a sturdy hand in the dark, offering a sense of calm and steadiness. In contrast, O’Connor’s ethereal, almost fragile delivery makes the song feel like a whispered secret—a confession that might dissolve if spoken too loudly. This interplay between strength and vulnerability is what makes their rendition so memorable. It’s not just two people singing a song; it’s two people finding a fleeting moment of shelter in each other.
The lyrics themselves are beautifully simple, yet they hold a depth that’s hard to ignore. Lines like “Take the ribbon from my hair” and “I don’t care what’s right or wrong” speak to a desire to shed the burdens of everyday life, if only for a night. There’s no grand romance here—just a longing for human touch, for the warmth of another person beside you when the darkness feels overwhelming.
In a world that often tells us to be strong and independent, “Help Me Make It Through The Night” is a gentle reminder that sometimes, it’s okay to need someone. It’s a song that gives voice to the quiet yearning we all feel at times—the desire for connection, for understanding, for a brief moment of peace in the chaos of life.
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Lyrics
Take the ribbon from your hair
Shake it loose and let it fall
Layin’ soft upon my skin
Like the shadows on the wall
Come and lay down by my side
Till the early mornin’ light
All I’m takin’ is your time
Help me make it through the night
I don’t care who’s right or wrong
I don’t try to understand
Let the devil take tomorrow
‘Cause tonight I need a friend
Yesterday is dead and gone
And tomorrow’s out of sight
And it’s sad to be alone
Help me make it through the night
I don’t care who’s right or wrong
I don’t try to understand
Let the devil take tomorrow
For tonight I need a friend
Yesterday is dead and gone
And tomorrow’s out of sight
And it’s sad to be alone
Help me make it through the night
I don’t want to be alone
Help me make it through the night