Lyric discussion by RonLee 

Cover art for I'll Be Here for You lyrics by Robert Earl Keen, Jr.

Seems like the song's more about one's child, than a lover.

My Opinion

That's a really cool idea. I know him personally enough to know what a significance being a parent is to him, although I never thought of that as it pertains to this song. whether it is intended to state the commitment of his presence and love to a child or a lover, this song totally makes me always feel an admiration to REK and how he can priortize his love in the face of the rest of life.

Thanks for your perspective. I'm such a fan of his and always love to hear how he has touched others with his...