Her debut album, Cheers to the Fall, was released on August 28, 2015. The album was produced by Adrian Gurvitz and Raphael Saadiq.
She was also featured in Rolling Stone's "10 New Artists You Need to Know" for July 2015. NPR's Katie Presley has praised her singing by saying it has "Eartha Kitt's unflappable confidence, Amy Winehouse's effortless grasp of classic jazz, Billie Holiday's access to raw emotion and Adele's range and pop sensibility."
On December 7, 2015 Day received two nominations at the 58th Annual Grammy Awards including Best R&B Performance for "Rise Up" and Best R&B Album for "Cheers to the Fall".
Stand Up for Something
Andra Day Lyrics
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All the possessions anyone can ever have
But it's all worthless treasure, true worth is only measured
Not by what you got, but what you got in your heart
You can have, you can have everything
What does it, what does it mean?
It all means nothing
You can't just talk the talk
You got to walk that walk, yes you do
It all means nothing
If you don't stand up for something
And I stand up for you
And I stand up for you, yes I will, yes I will
You do the best that, do the best that you can do
Then you can look in the mirror
Proud of who's looking back at you
Define the life you're living
Not by what you take or what you're givin'
And if you bet on love there's no way you'll ever lose
Take a stand, make a stand for what's right
It's always worth, always worth the fight
It all means nothing
If you don't stand up for something
You can't just talk the talk
You got to walk that walk, yes you do
It all means nothing
If you don't stand up for something
And I stand up for you
Stand for respect, dignity
If that's all you got, then you got all you need
And without that, you don't have a thing, oh, no, no
Rise up, love, lift your hands
I stand with you 'cause I understand
Ain't here to judge, just to take a stand
The greater plan's the Creator's plan
Let's all rise like the day began
Reach out and touch with the Savior's hand
On rock, we stand like this native land
Let the ways of love be the ways of man
And it all means nothing
If you don't stand for something
You can't just talk the talk
You got to walk that walk, yes you do
It all means nothing
If you don't stand up for something
And I stand up for you (stand up, stand for you)
I stand up for you (stand up)
And I stand up for you (stand up, stand for you)
Stand up for you, yes I will, yes I will (stand up)
The lyrics to Andra Day's song Stand Up for Something focuses on the importance of standing up for what we believe in and taking tangible actions to make a difference in the world. The song centers around the idea that regardless of our possessions or money, what truly matters is the contents of our hearts and our willingness to fight for what is right.
The first verse highlights this idea by pointing out that material possessions and money are meaningless if we don't stand up for something. The second verse emphasizes the importance of taking pride in the person we see reflected in the mirror and living a life defined by doing what is right.
The chorus contains the central message of the song, that standing up for something is key to finding one's purpose, and it is not enough to simply talk the talk. To truly make a difference, we must take action and walk the walk. The bridge encourages the listener to stand up for respect and dignity and reminds us that without these qualities, we have nothing.
Overall, the lyrics of Stand Up for Something are a call to action for listeners to live a life worthy of distinction, emphasizing that true success is measured by how we live, and not by what we own.
Line by Line Meaning
You can have all the money in your hands
Having wealth and possessions does not define your true worth.
All the possessions anyone can ever have
Material possessions do not contribute to one's true value.
But it's all worthless treasure, true worth is only measured
Only things that come from within one's heart have real value.
Not by what you got, but what you got in your heart
Genuine kindness and love are invaluable qualities for a person to possess.
You can have, you can have everything
The accumulation of external things does not fulfill one's true worth.
What does it, what does it mean?
The true meaning of life cannot be found in material possessions.
It all means nothing
Without a greater purpose, all of our achievements and possessions are meaningless.
If you don't stand up for something
Without taking a stance on important issues, life lacks significance and purpose.
You can't just talk the talk
Mere talk without action is meaningless.
You got to walk that walk, yes you do
One must follow through on their beliefs and values with action.
And I stand up for you
I will support and advocate for the values and beliefs you stand for.
Do the best that, do the best that you can do
Strive for excellence and always do your best.
Then you can look in the mirror
If you live your life according to your values, you can be proud of yourself.
Proud of who's looking back at you
A reflection of a person who is true to themselves and their values is a source of pride.
Define the life you're living
Take control and shape your life based on what you truly believe and value.
Not by what you take or what you're givin'
Life should be defined by more than just what we accumulate or give away.
And if you bet on love there's no way you'll ever lose
Love is the ultimate value, and betting on it is the surest way to lead a life of meaning.
Take a stand, make a stand for what's right
It is important to assert one's values by taking a firm stance on issues that matter.
It's always worth, always worth the fight
Defending and fighting for one's values is always important, no matter how difficult it may be.
Stand for respect, dignity
Take a stand for honor, respect and the equal treatment of all.
If that's all you got, then you got all you need
Respect and dignity for others are fundamental qualities that sustain life.
And without that, you don't have a thing, oh, no, no
Without basic human dignity and respect, life is utterly impoverished.
Rise up, love, lift your hands
Embrace love and elevate it in your daily life.
I stand with you 'cause I understand
I support you because I appreciate and comprehend your values and beliefs.
Ain't here to judge, just to take a stand
I am not here to judge anyone, rather I am here to firmly stand by what I believe in.
The greater plan's the Creator's plan
There is a higher purpose and greater good that guides and shapes our destiny.
Let's all rise like the day began
Let us rise to the potential of the new day and strive to become better than we were yesterday.
Reach out and touch with the Savior's hand
Lend a hand to others with kindness and generosity.
On rock, we stand like this native land
We should stand on our firm beliefs and values like a rock, just like this land that we belong to.
Let the ways of love be the ways of man
We should let love be the guiding principle of our lives in every aspect.
And I stand up for you (stand up, stand for you)
I will stand up for what you believe in and support the cause.
Stand up for you
I will be there for you and fight alongside you.
Yes I will, yes I will (stand up)
I will always stand up for what is right, no matter what it takes.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Realsongs, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: Diane Eve Warren, Lonnie Rashid Lynn, Cassandra Monique Batie
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Ke'Osha Snipes
lyrics
You can have all the money in your hands
All the possessions anyone can ever have
But it's all worthless treasure, true worth is only measured
Not by what you got, but what you got in your heart
You can have, you can have everything
What does it, what does it mean?
It all means nothing
If you don't stand up for something
You can't just talk the talk
You got to walk that walk, yes you do
It all means nothing
If you don't stand up for something
And I stand up for you
And I stand up for you, yes I will, yes I will
You do the best that, do the best that you can do
Then you can look in the mirror
Proud of who's looking back at you
Define the life you're living
Not by what you take or what you're givin'
And if you bet on love there's no way you'll ever lose
Take a stand, make a stand for what's right
It's always worth, always worth the fight
It all means nothing
If you don't stand up for something
You can't just talk the talk
You got to walk that walk, yes you do
It all means nothing
If you don't stand up for something
And I stand up for you
Stand for respect, dignity
If that's all you got, then you got all you need
And without that, you don't have a thing, oh, no, no
Rise up, love, lift your hands
I stand with you 'cause I understand
Ain't here to judge, just to take a stand
The greater plan's the Creator's plan
Let's all rise like the day began
Reach out and touch with the Savior's hand
On rock, we stand like this native land
Let the ways of love be the ways of man
And it all means nothing
If you don't stand for something
You can't just talk the talk
You got to walk that walk, yes you do
It all means nothing
If you don't stand up for something
And I stand up for you (stand up, stand for you)
I stand up for you (stand up)
And I stand up for you (stand up, stand for you)
Stand up for you, yes I will, yes I will (stand up)
Caroline Tuzuki
Lute Por Alguma Coisa
Você pode ter todo o dinheiro em suas mãos
Todos os bens que alguém pode ter
Mas é todo um tesouro inútil, o verdadeiro valor apenas é medido
Não pelo que você possui, mas pelo que você tem no seu coração
Você pode ter, você pode ter tudo
O que é isso, o que isso significa?
Isso tudo não significa nada
Se você não lutar por algo
Você não pode simplesmente falar por falar
Você tem que andar nessa caminhada, sim, você tem
Tudo isso não significa nada
Se você não lutar por alguma coisa
E eu luto por você
E eu defendo você, sim, sim, sim, eu vou
Você faz o melhor que pode, faça o melhor que você pode fazer
Então você pode olhar no espelho
Orgulhoso de quem está olhando para você
Defina a vida que você está vivendo
Não pelo que você tem ou pelo que dá
E se você apostar no amor, nunca saíra perdendo
Tome uma posição, escolha o que é certo
Vale sempre a pena, sempre vale a luta
Isso tudo não significa nada
Se você não lutar por algo
Você não pode simplesmente falar por falar
Você tem que andar nessa caminhada, sim, você tem
Tudo isso não significa nada
Se você não lutar por alguma coisa
E eu luto por você
Lute pelo respeito, dignidade
Se isso é tudo que tem, então é tudo que você precisa
E sem isso, você não tem nada, oh, não, não
Levante-se, ame, levante suas mãos
Eu estou com você porque eu entendo
Não está aqui para julgar, apenas para fazer uma escolha
O plano maior é o do Criador
Vamos todo levantar como quando o dia começa
Estenda a mão e toque com a mão do Salvador
Na rocha, nós ficamos como esta terra Natal
Deixe que os caminhos do amor sejam os caminhos do homem
E tudo isso não significa nada
Se você não lutar por algo
Você não pode simplesmente falar por falar
Você tem que andar nessa caminhada, sim, você tem
Tudo não significa nada
Se você não lutar por alguma coisa
E eu luto por você (levante-se, represente você)
Eu luto por você (levante-se)
E eu luto por você (levante-se, represente você)
Levante-se por você, sim, sim, sim, eu vou (levante-se)
Jamelia Ancel
She's underrated because she refused to be like everybody body. Such a strong voice. Love her so much
Jill Love
Her tone reminds me of the talented Amy Winehouse.
tnix1
Bodak Yellow 1 billion views. This 4 million. I give up.
David Israel
@ashia cameron When we are not standing up for Jesus in His amazing grace.......forgivness and friendship,,,John chapters 3 & 10, we are falling for anything and ending up in disgrace
ashia cameron
✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾
Khonkhosi Lelihle
Be like everybody how?
Adigun Olusola
This song should've at least hit 10 mil views, so underrated man. Beautiful lyrics and beautiful artists.. keep it up
Gabrielly Ferreira
Se eu tivesse essa voz, minha vida seria um musical. Pra quê falar? Que voz incrível 😍😍😍😍
Diva
Canta muito ❤
Kendra Wolfe
This song hits differently than it did the last time I listened.
#BlackLivesMatter
It ends at our generation.
STAND UP!