Introduction
“Stand by Me” is a timeless classic by Ben E. King that has captured the hearts of generations with its soulful melody and heartfelt lyrics. Released in 1961, this song has stood as an enduring anthem of love and friendship.
Did You Know?
Ben E. King co-wrote “Stand by Me” with Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller. The song was inspired by the spiritual hymn “Lord Stand by Me.” It has been covered by numerous artists and featured in various films and television shows, solidifying its place in music history.
Video
Lyrics
When the night, has comeAnd the land is darkAnd the moon, is the only, light we’ll see
No I won’t, be afraidNo I won’t, be afraidJust as long, as you stand, stand by me
So darlin’, darlin’ stand, by me
Oh-oh stand by meOh stand, stand by me, stand by me
If the sky, that we look upon, should tumble and fallOr the mountains, should crumble, to the seaI won’t cry, I won’t cry, no-no-no I won’t shed a tearJust as long, as you stand, by me
And darlin’, darlin’ stand, by meOh-oh-oh, stand, by meOh darling, stand by me, stand by me, stand by me
Whoa-oh-oh, ay-ayMa-ma-my, my-ee
If the mountains should crumble to the sea
Ma-ma-my-my-my
When the night, has comeAnd, and the land is darkAnd the moon, is the only, only light we’ll see
So darlin’, darlin’ stand, by me, oh-oh stand by meOh darling, stand by me, stand by meWhenever you’re in trouble won’t you stand, by meOh-oh-oh-oh-oh, stand by me, stand by me, stand by me
So darlin’, darlin’, stand, oh-oh, oo-oo, oh-ohAs long as I know I got you right hereRight here by my sideCome on, come on, stand, stand right here
Barbara Desetto