Stand by Me
Embracing Love's Resilience: Stand by Me with Sarah Menescal
Lyrics
When the night has come
Expresses the beginning of a challenging or uncertain time, possibly symbolized by night.
And the land is dark
Describes a dark or difficult situation in life.
And the moon
Highlights the moon as the only source of light, emphasizing the darkness.
Is the only light we'll see
Suggests reliance on the moon as a metaphor for guidance or hope.
No, I won't be afraid
Declares a commitment not to succumb to fear.
Oh, I won't be afraid
Reiterates the determination not to be afraid.
Just as long as you stand
Associates courage with the presence of someone else standing by.
Stand by me
Directly calls for the support and presence of the other person.
So, darlin', darlin', stand by me
Addresses the person affectionately, urging them to stand together.
Oh, stand by me
Reiterates the plea for the person to stand by.
Oh, stand, stand by me
Emphasizes the act of standing as a symbol of support.
Stand by me
Repeats the call for the person to stand by, reinforcing the importance of companionship.
If the sky that we look upon
Introduces a hypothetical scenario where the sky is falling, signifying potential challenges.
Should tumble and fall
Continues the hypothetical situation of facing adversity.
Or the mountain
Envisions a mountain crumbling, further emphasizing the gravity of difficulties.
Should crumble to the sea
Extends the metaphorical challenges to the sea, representing vast and unpredictable obstacles.
I won't cry, I won't cry
Declares emotional resilience, vowing not to cry or shed tears in adversity.
No, I won't shed a tear
Reaffirms emotional strength in the face of challenges.
Just as long as you stand
Connects emotional strength to the continuous presence of the other person.
Stand by me
Reiterates the importance of the person standing by during difficult times.
And, darlin', darlin', stand by me
Repeats the call for the person to stand by, using affectionate language.
Oh, stand by me
Reiterates the plea for the person's supportive presence.
Woah, stand now
Expresses a moment of intensity or urgency in the request to stand by.
Stand by me, stand by me
Repeats the call for the person to stand by, emphasizing the continuity of support.
Darlin', darlin', stand by me
Reiterates the affectionate plea for the person to stand by in times of trouble.
Oh, stand by me
Reaffirms the importance of the person's presence in the face of challenges.
Oh, stand now
Expresses a moment of intensity or urgency in the request to stand by.
Stand by me, stand by me
Emphasizes the enduring need for the person's support.
Whenever you're in trouble
Expands the context to a general call for support in times of trouble.
Won't you stand by me
Directly asks for the person to stand by when facing difficulties.
Oh, stand by me
Reiterates the plea for the person to stand by in challenging situations.
Woah, stand now
Expresses a moment of intensity or urgency in the request to stand by.
Oh, stand by me
Concludes with a final plea for the person to stand by, underscoring the theme of companionship and support.
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