-Aubrey Star… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least four artists that go by the name Aubrey.
-Aubrey Starr-McBride performs experimental prepared turntablism. He has released many single tracks for free online, and is preparing to self-release a small, full length CD run.
-A frenetic mash-up artist who has created some original ambient music as well.
-An electronic new-wave band created and produced by Brian C. Hutson and Ryan Thomas Becker, incorporates classic instrumentation and orchestral compositions, with electronic programming, and sampling.
- The alias of house and techno producer Allen Saei who also runs the Solid Groove label with Mark Ambrose
stand still
Aubrey Lyrics
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Stand Still
Stand Still
Empty and ashamed, I have nothing left
I continue, to search
Still unable, to find
The wish, that I wish for
We live every day
Always feeling the same way
I don�t want to stand still
I don�t want to stand still
I watch, in amazement
At all the plans I�ve made
Only to realize
I�ve just been standing still
Silence, surrounds me
Am I standing still
The notion, consumes me
But have I lost my will
I want to scream but I have nothing to say
I�ve been walking in this dream standing still in the light of day
The lyrics of Aubrey's "Stand Still" portray a sense of emptiness and shame that comes from not being able to fulfill one's desires. The song opens with a repetition of "Stand Still" that emphasizes this stasis. The singer continues to search for something that seems elusive, be it love or touch. However, despite longing for these things, they have not yet found them. The everyday feels monotonous to them, and they want to break out of their stagnant existence.
The singer reflects on the plans they've made and realizes that they're not getting anywhere. They're standing still in their lives, not moving forward. They're surrounded by silence and question if they've lost their will. The paradox of not being able to move despite walking implies that they're stuck in some dream. And the light of day emphasizes that they're not asleep; rather, they're living their daily lives.
The song Stand Still communicates the frustrations that come with unfulfilled desires and a longing for something more. The singer wants to be more than just still and stagnant in life. They want to break free of the monotony and move forward.
Line by Line Meaning
Empty and ashamed, I have nothing left
Despite all my efforts, I feel depleted and unworthy.
I continue, to search
I persist in my pursuit for something more.
Still unable, to find
Despite my efforts, I remain unsuccessful in my search.
The wish, that I wish for
There is something I yearn for deeply.
The love, that I look for, The touch, that I long for
I desire love and physical connection with another person.
We live every day
We go through the motions of life.
Always feeling the same way
We experience the same emotions and struggles consistently.
I don�t want to stand still
I refuse to remain stagnant in my life.
I watch, in amazement
I observe in astonishment.
At all the plans I�ve made
I reflect on my past goals and aspirations.
Only to realize
It dawns on me.
I�ve just been standing still
I've been making no progress despite my efforts.
Silence, surrounds me
I am in a quiet and lonely place.
Am I standing still
I question if I am stagnant in my life.
The notion, consumes me
This thought overwhelms me.
But have I lost my will
I wonder if I have lost my motivation and drive.
I want to scream but I have nothing to say
I feel a deep desire to express my emotions, but I can't find the words.
I�ve been walking in this dream standing still in the light of day
I feel as though I am going through the motions in life but not truly moving forward.
Contributed by Carter C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Aubrey Ayala
Thank you for all the wonderful comments! I love that you all are still rocking out to my words and my voice! Love you!!! Aubrey xo
Sam S
I started listening to this song at 16 now I am 34 and I play it every now and then. Song is timeless.
Tj1182
I saw you live at the Tunnel in 2000 or 2001. It was a great night, your performance was memorable. Much love from Brooklyn!
Jamie Slawsky
I came across this song again today after SO long and it took me back! I’m 38 and went right back to my 18 to party days. 😅😂 I
Aubrey Ayala
@Jamie Slawsky So happy I can transport you like that! Music never lets you grow old! :)
Martin Jones
What a track! People don't know what they're missing
Vincent Longo
love love love this song and this era..music was so good back then
Mast' Antonio
Damn such nostalgia....
I feel so old :( ... I might be biased but every genre of music was just better then. Does the youth get goosebumps to music that comes out nowadays ..like it did for me when these songs came out?!!
AriianaK
Now this is real music!
Jeff Jennings
No matter where I was this record was in my set. Can't. Believe it's been 18 yrs since I touched my tables. How time flies. I probably couldn't match a beat to save my life these days.