Friend Medley: Stand by Me / Lean on Me / Time After Time / I'll Be There for You
Anthem Lights Lyrics


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When the night has come and the land is dark
And the moon is the only light we'll see

Lying in my bed
I hear the clock tick and think of you
Caught up in circles
Confusion is nothing new
No I won't be afraid, no I won't be afraid
Just as long as you stand, stand by me
So darling

If you're lost
You can look and you will find me
Time after time
If you fall, I will catch you
I'll be waiting time after time

I'll be there for you
(When the rain starts to pour)
I'll be there for you
(Like I've been there before)
I'll be there for you

'Cause I'm gonna need somebody to lean on

Lean on me, when you're not strong
And I'll be your friend
And I'll help you carry on

And darlin', darlin', stand by me, oh
Stand by me
Oh, stand, won't you stand, stand by me

I'll be there for you
(When you're not strong)




I'll be there for you (Time after time)
I'm gonna need someone there for me too

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the Friend Medley by Anthem Lights beautifully capture the essence of friendship, support, and reliability. The medley opens with a plea for companionship and assurance with the lines "When the night has come and the land is dark, And the moon is the only light we'll see." This sets the stage for vulnerability and the need for someone to stand by you during challenging times.


The song then transitions into "Stand by Me," expressing a pledge of loyalty and steadfastness in the face of fear and uncertainty. The singer declares that as long as their friend stands by them, they will not be afraid. This demonstrates the importance of having a dependable and supportive companion who can provide comfort and strength when needed.


The lyrics further delve into the concept of being there for each other consistently over time, as illustrated in "Time After Time." The singer reassures their friend that they will always be available, ready to catch them when they fall and offering unwavering support. This emphasizes the enduring nature of true friendship and the willingness to provide assistance during both good and bad times.


The medley concludes with a blending of "Lean on Me" and "I'll Be There for You," underscoring the reciprocity and mutual reliance in a friendship. The lyrics emphasize the importance of being a source of support and refuge for each other, highlighting the give-and-take nature of relationships. Overall, the medley poignantly showcases the power of friendship, love, and standing by each other through life's ups and downs, symbolizing the enduring bonds that connect true friends.




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When the night has come and the land is dark
And the moon is the only light we'll see

Lying in my bed, I hear the clock tick and think of you
Caught up in circles, confusion is nothing new

No I won't be afraid, no I won't be afraid
Just as long as you stand, stand by me
So darling

If you're lost, you can look and you will find me
Time after time
If you fall, I will catch you, I'll be waiting
Time after time

I'll be there for you
(When the rain starts to pour)
I'll be there for you
(Like I've been there before)
I'll be there for you

'Cause I'm gonna need
Somebody to lean on

Lean on me, when you're not strong
And I'll be your friend
I'll help you carry on

And darlin', darlin', stand by me, oh stand by me
Oh, stand, won't you stand, stand by me

I'll be there for you
(When you're not strong)
I'll be there for you
(Time after time)
I'm gonna need
Someone there for me too



All comments from YouTube:

@PraiseWorshipMusic

Hallelujah......I was homeless, got into drugs, went into prisons, then i got to know Jesus, He changed my life.. Now i have a home, a wife, a lovely daughter and a new identity... A child of God.

@Molly-xw8vr

God has richly blessed you because you listened to his voice

@tinkerbell2008ali

You deserve to enjoy the rest of your life full of love, joy & happiness. Well done on all your hard work 👏

@abby4107

Praise God. He watches over us from heaven and calls us by name.

@keeganrutherford5915

😢😅

@emilyturner3324

Anthem Lights is one of my favorite bands ever! Who else thumbs up the video before it even starts?

@jennifersmith9674

Me

@jessicatompkins535

Me! Every time!

@anotherrandomkat2984

Same

@zeegirl96XD

Anthem Lights are the “King Midas” of music tbh, because literally everything they sing turns to gold.

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