Stand Up
Bears of Legend Lyrics
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That we could have lost all that is shares.
Who said that the old man was insane?
That he just won't ever be the same.
I know what they told you
But we're now behind you.
If God makes you strong tonight,
Stand up, stand up, stand up
Stand up, Stand up. X 2
Who said that religion had a clue?
That you'd be a guide before you knew.
Who said that the color of your skin
Would tell me the content of your soul?
I know what you showed them,
The blood from your right hand
That gave us the chance to rise
And stand up for your freedom.
Stand up, stand up, stand up
Stand up, Stand up. Stand up for your freedom. X 3
Stand up, stand up, stand up
Stand up, Stand up. Yeah.
(Talking)
Set free your heart and your conscience of stone,
Just fly and take me higher. X 4
The lyrics of "Stand Up" by Bears of Legend reflect the frustrations and doubts of the people who have lost faith in their leaders and society. The opening lines of the song question the very basis on which the country was built and the values that governed it. The reference to the "old man" who's lost his sanity could refer to a political leader or a symbol of the nation, who's lost the trust of the people. The following lines express solidarity with the disenfranchised and the oppressed, who are urged to take a stand for their rights and freedom.
The second stanza discusses the arbitrary and irrational basis of social structures and how they impinge upon individuals' true identity. The reference to religion and skin color as markers of identity is a critique of how people's identities are constructed based on external cues instead of their inherent qualities. The song then praises the courage of those who have fought for their rights, especially those who have spilled their blood in the process. Finally, the chorus exhorts people to stand up for their freedom and rise against oppression.
Overall, the song's message is one of hope and empowerment, urging the listeners to take action and reclaim their freedom and dignity. The song's melody matches the lyrics' mood, with its uplifting, folksy tune that inspires a sense of community and solidarity.
Line by Line Meaning
Who said that my country could be sold?
Who suggested that our nation could be traded for money?
That we could have lost all that is shares.
That we could have lost everything that we hold in common.
Who said that the old man was insane?
Who claimed that the elderly man was crazy?
That he just won't ever be the same.
That he will never be the same again.
I know what they told you
I am familiar with what they told you.
But we're now behind you.
But now we support you.
If God makes you strong tonight,
If God gives you strength tonight,
We'll stand up for your freedom.
We will defend your freedom.
Stand up, stand up, stand up
Get up, get up, get up
Who said that religion had a clue?
Who claimed that religion had any answers?
That you'd be a guide before you knew.
That you would be a leader before you were ready.
Who said that the color of your skin
Who suggested that your skin color
Would tell me the content of your soul?
Would reveal the essence of your being?
I know what you showed them,
I know what you demonstrated to them,
The blood from your right hand
The blood from your right hand
That gave us the chance to rise
That enabled us to stand up
And stand up for your freedom.
And defend your freedom.
Stand up, stand up, stand up
Get up, get up, get up
Stand up, Stand up. Stand up for your freedom.
Get up, Get up. Defend your freedom.
Stand up, stand up, stand up
Get up, get up, get up
Stand up, Stand up. Yeah.
Get up, Get up. Yeah.
Set free your heart and your conscience of stone,
Free your heart and release your hardened conscience,
Just fly and take me higher.
Just soar and elevate me.
Just fly and take me higher.
Just soar and elevate me.
Just fly and take me higher.
Just soar and elevate me.
Just fly and take me higher.
Just soar and elevate me.
Contributed by Kaylee G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Crystel Parel
Magnifique ❤️ je vous ai découvert au Paléo Festival à Nyon, quelle belle surprise !
pobalex
Juste magnifique, j'aimerais tellement acheter la version studio!
pobalex
***** Je l'ai trouvé sur bandcamp, merci :)
Anita Farmine Officiel
Cette chanson est sublime. Merci!
p'tit biscuit gacha
Métis song