In 1969, Ray Benson and Lucky Oceans (Reuben Gosfield) co-founded Asleep at the Wheel in Paw Paw, West Virginia, and soon after they found themselves opening for Alice Cooper and Hot Tuna in Washington, DC.[1] A year later, they moved to East Oakland, California at the invitation of Commander Cody and His Lost Planet Airmen. After being mentioned in Rolling Stone magazine by Van Morrison, they landed a record deal with United Artists. In 1973, their debut album, Comin' Right At Ya was released by United Artists. At the request of Willie Nelson, they left Oakland for Austin in 1974.
Ray Benson and Asleep at the Wheel have been presented numerous awards throughout their career. Most recently, the 16th Annual Midsouth Regional Emmy Award for the making of "A Ride With Bob", recognition by Mayor Kirk Watson of Austin, Texas, and the Darrel K. Royal Music Patron Award by The Texas Heritage Songwriters' Association. In 2007, The Austin Chronicle recognized Asleep at the Wheel for Band of the Year, Best Country Band, and into their Hall of Fame. Benson was inducted into the Austin Music Hall of Fame in 2002, was given The Texas Music Association Lifetime Achievement Award in 1996, and recognized as an Outstanding Producer by the National Academy of Recording Arts in 1988. He has also been given numerous Citations of Achievement by Broadcast Music, Inc. for his work in the country music field. Ray Benson and Asleep at the Wheel have been one of the strongest names in Country Music for the last forty years.
Where No One Stands Alone
Asleep At The Wheel Lyrics
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Once I stood in the night
With my head bowed low
In the darkness as black as could be
And my heart felt alone and I cried oh Lord
Don't hide your face from me
With great riches to call my own
But I don't know a thing
In this whole wide world
That's worse than being alone
Hold my hand all the way, every hour every day
Come here to the great unknown
Take my hand, let me stand
Where no one stands alone
Take my hand, let me stand
Where no one stands alone
The lyrics to Asleep at the Wheel's song Where No One Stands Alone express a deep sense of loneliness and the importance of the presence of others. The song begins by describing a moment of being alone in the darkness, feeling lost and overcome with emotion. The singer calls out to the Lord, pleading for guidance and comfort. The lyrics then shift to contrasting material riches with the experience of loneliness, highlighting the idea that nothing is worse than being alone in the world.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the need for companionship and the importance of standing together. The singer asks for someone to hold their hand and walk with them, to face the unknown and to support each other. The repetition of the phrase "take my hand, let me stand where no one stands alone" reinforces the message that we are stronger together, and that we need each other to navigate the challenges of life.
Overall, the lyrics to Where No One Stands Alone are a powerful reminder of the value of human connection and the importance of reaching out to others. The song emphasizes the idea that we are not meant to face the world alone, and that by standing together we can find strength, comfort, and support.
Line by Line Meaning
Once I stood in the night
I've been alone in the darkness of the night.
With my head bowed low
My head was down, feeling ashamed or disheartened.
In the darkness as black as could be
Surrounded by complete darkness.
And my heart felt alone and I cried oh Lord
I was sad, feeling isolated, and called out to God for help and companionship.
Don't hide your face from me
Please don't turn away from me, God.
Like a king I may live in a palace so tall
Even if I were to live in a grand palace as a king, it wouldn't mean anything if I were still alone.
With great riches to call my own
Even if I had abundant wealth, I would still feel empty if I didn't have someone to share it with.
But I don't know a thing
In the grand scheme of things, there is nothing worse.
In this whole wide world
In the entirety of existence.
That's worse than being alone
The feeling of loneliness is the most terrible thing.
Hold my hand all the way, every hour every day
Be with me at all times, constantly providing support and comfort.
Come here to the great unknown
Join me in the unknown future that is to come.
Take my hand, let me stand
Take my hand and let me have the strength to stand on my own.
Where no one stands alone
A place where nobody has to go through life alone.
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