When the night has come
And the land is dark
And the moon is the only light we see
No, I won't be afraid
No, I won't be afraid
Just as long as you stand
Stand by me
Darling, darling
Stand by me
Oh, stand by me
Oh, stand
Stand by me
Stand by me
If the sky we look upon
Should tumble and fall
And the mountains should crumble to the sea
I won't cry
I won't cry
No, I won't shed a tear
Just as long as you stand
Stand by me
And darling, darling
Stand by me
Oh, stand by me
Oh, stand
Stand by me
Stand by me
Whenever you're in trouble
Won't you stand by me
Oh, stand by me
Please, stand
Stand by me
Stand by me
The song "Stand By Me / So Long, Farewell" by JJ Heller is a beautiful and heartfelt anthem that speaks to the power of love and support in our lives. With its soothing melody and touching lyrics, it has resonated with people in various contexts. Whether it's a song about parents and children, adoption and foster care, or even a mother-son wedding dance, the song's message of standing by someone's side through thick and thin is universal.
One of the things that immediately strikes me about this song is its connection to the biblical concept of steadfastness and support. In the Bible, we are reminded time and time again of God's faithfulness and His promise to always be with us. In Psalm 23:4, it says, "Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me." This verse reminds us that even in the darkest times of our lives, God is there, comforting and strengthening us.
Similarly, the song "Stand By Me / So Long, Farewell" reminds us that we don't have to face life's challenges alone. We have people in our lives who love us and are willing to stand by our side through thick and thin. The lyrics say, "No, I won't be afraid, just as long as you stand, stand by me." This speaks to the power of human relationships and the comfort and strength that comes from having someone who will walk with us through life's ups and downs.
The song also resonates with the theme of adoption and foster care. In these situations, children often long for stability, love, and support. The lyrics, "If the
