On March 16, 2016, Coley died in hospice care surrounded by his family. He was 60
stand still
Daryl Coley Lyrics
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When you've done all you can do
And if seems like it's never enough
Tell me what do you say
When your friends turn away
And you're all alone, so alone
Tell me, what do you give
When you've given your all and
Well, you just stand
When there's nothing left to do
You just stand
Watch the Lord see you through
Yes, after you've done all you can
You just stand
Tell me, how do you handle
The guilt of your past
Tell me, how do you deal with the shame
Tell me how can you smile
When your heart has been broken and filled with pain
Tell me, what do you give
When you've given your all
And if seems like you can't make it through
Repeat You just stand and be sure
Be not entangled in that bondage again
You just stand and endure
God has a purpose, God has a plan
Tell me, what do you do
When you've done all you can
And if seems like you can't make it through
Well you just stand (stand) 3x
And don't you dare give up
You go through the storm, (stand)
And through the rain, (stand)
You stand through the hurt, (stand)
And through the pain, (you just)
Hold on (stand)
And don't give up
Hold on (stand)
And don't you dare give in (you just)
Stand (stand) 3x
Said you just stand (you just)
After you've done all you can
After you've prayed and cried, cried and prayed
All through the night
After you plant your feet
Squared your shoulders
Hold your head up, and wait on him
He's gonna come through, yes he will
After you've done all you can
You just stand
The lyrics to Daryl Coley's song "Stand Still" speak to the struggles and challenges that we all face in the midst of difficult circumstances. The song encourages listeners to persevere through hardship and to trust in God's plan for their lives. It acknowledges feelings of hopelessness, isolation, regret, and pain, but ultimately urges the listener to hold on and not give up.
The lyrics open with the question, "What do you do when you've done all you can do?" This is a universal question that speaks to the human experience of feeling so overwhelmed and defeated that we can't see a way forward. The verse goes on to describe feelings of loneliness and abandonment, which can compound an already difficult situation. However, the chorus declares that even when we feel like we can't go on, we must keep standing and trusting that God will see us through.
The second verse addresses the weight of guilt and shame that can come with past mistakes and regrets. These emotions can make it difficult to move forward and find joy in life. However, the song encourages the listener to persevere, even when it's painful. The bridge reminds the listener that God has a plan and a purpose for their life and that they should trust in him.
Overall, "Stand Still" is a song of hope and resilience that encourages listeners to hold on through dark times and to find strength in their faith.
Line by Line Meaning
Tell me, what do you do
What actions do you take
When you've done all you can do
When you have given all possible efforts
And if seems like it's never enough
And yet, it appears insufficient
Tell me what do you say
What words do you utter
When your friends turn away
When your companions abandon you
And you're all alone, so alone
And you are isolated without anyone by your side
Tell me, what do you give
What can you offer
When you've given your all and
When you have exhausted all efforts
Seems like you can't make it through
It appears improbable that you will succeed
Well, you just stand
You must simply remain steadfast
When there's nothing left to do
When all efforts have been exhausted
You just stand
You need to remain persistent
Watch the Lord see you through
Have faith that God will help you overcome
Yes, after you've done all you can
Indeed, when you've given all efforts
Tell me, how do you handle
What is your approach to dealing with
The guilt of your past
The remorse from previous deeds
Tell me, how do you deal with the shame
How do you confront feelings of embarrassment
Tell me how can you smile
How can you express joy
When your heart has been broken and filled with pain
When you've been hurt and are in agony
Repeat You just stand and be sure
Again, hold firm and have faith
Be not entangled in that bondage again
Avoid returning to previous struggles
You just stand and endure
Be resilient and persevere
God has a purpose, God has a plan
Trust in the path that God has for you
Said you just stand
Affirmed that you must maintain your steadfastness
And don't you dare give up
Do not abandon hope
You go through the storm, (stand)
Endure through difficult times
And through the rain, (stand)
Persist through challenging experiences
You stand through the hurt, (stand)
Endure pain without giving up
And through the pain, (you just)
Continuously push through agony
Hold on (stand)
Be persistent and unwavering
And don't give up
Do not surrender
Hold on (stand)
Continue to maintain resolve
And don't you dare give in (you just)
Fight against conceding defeat
Stand (stand) 3x
Endure without compromise
After you've done all you can
Once you have given maximum effort
After you've prayed and cried, cried and prayed
After you have fervently hoped and lamented
All through the night
Throughout many long hours
After you plant your feet
After you become resolute
Squared your shoulders
Strengthened your resolve
Hold your head up, and wait on him
Remain optimistic and trust in God's guidance
He's gonna come through, yes he will
God will help you overcome challenges
You just stand
Persevere
Contributed by Jackson G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Cheryl W Banks
on He That Dwelleth
God's Word is Truth!! Listen and be blessed. This is according to God's Word in Psalm 91.