I'm Still Standing
Elton John Feat. Anastacia Lyrics
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Your blood like winter freezes just like ice
And there's a cold lonely light that shines from you
You'll wind up like the wreck you hide behind that mask you use
And did you think this fool could never win
Well look at me, I'm coming back again
I got a taste of love in a simple way
Don't you know I'm still standing better than I ever did
Looking like a true survivor, feeling like a little kid
I'm still standing after all this time
Picking up the pieces of my life without you on my mind
I'm still standing yeah yeah yeah
I'm still standing yeah yeah yeah
Once I never could hope to win
You starting down the road leaving me again
The threats you made were meant to cut me down
And if our love was just a circus you'd be a clown by now
You know I'm still standing better than I ever did
Looking like a true survivor, feeling like a little kid
I'm still standing after all this time
Picking up the pieces of my life without you on my mind
I'm still standing yeah yeah yeah
I'm still standing yeah yeah yeah
Don't you know I'm still standing better than I ever did
Looking like a true survivor, feeling like a little kid
I'm still standing after all this time
Picking up the pieces of my life without you on my mind
I'm still standing yeah yeah yeah
I'm still standing yeah yeah yeah
I'm still standing yeah yeah yeah
I'm still standing yeah yeah yeah
The lyrics to Elton John's song "I'm Still Standing" speak of resilience and triumph over adversity. The opening lines convey the sense of being frozen out of affection and love, with the metaphorical reference to blood freezing like winter. The second line paints a picture of loneliness and isolation, which further solidifies the theme of feeling disconnected from others. The next line hints at the idea of hiding behind a façade, which could be interpreted as a coping mechanism for emotional pain.
The song then shifts to a more positive note, beginning with the question, "Did you think this fool could never win?" The lyrics indicate that the singer has found love and is coming out stronger in spite of past struggles. The mention of a simple love is likely a reference to the idea that true happiness can be found in understated moments. The chorus then reinforces the idea that the singer has overcome a significant obstacle and is feeling better than ever.
In the second verse, the lyrics continue to reference the idea of being cut down, threatened, and abandoned. In contrast to the first verse, it seems that the singer is standing up for themselves and refusing to be defeated by their circumstances. The chorus repeats, emphasizing the idea of resilience and the fact that the singer will keep on standing.
In conclusion, "I'm Still Standing" is a song about rising above adversity and defying the odds. Despite facing hardship, the lyrics convey a sense of hope and the idea that there is always a chance to make a comeback.
Line by Line Meaning
You could never know what it's like
The pain that I've gone through is beyond your understanding
Your blood like winter freezes just like ice
Your coldness is like a freezing winter that chills me to the bone
And there's a cold lonely light that shines from you
There is a sadness and loneliness about you that you try to keep hidden
You'll wind up like the wreck you hide behind that mask you use
You'll eventually become a broken mess because you hide behind a fake persona
And did you think this fool could never win
You underestimated me and thought I would never come out on top
Well look at me, I'm coming back again
Here I am, stronger and better than before
I got a taste of love in a simple way
I found happiness in the little things, like love
And if you need to know while I'm still standing you just fade away
Even though you thought you had control, I'm still standing strong, and you're fading into the background
Don't you know I'm still standing better than I ever did
I am still here, standing strong, and I am better than I ever was before
Looking like a true survivor, feeling like a little kid
I am a true survivor, and I feel young and free again
I'm still standing after all this time
Despite everything I've been through, I'm still here
Picking up the pieces of my life without you on my mind
I am moving forward with my life, without you constantly on my mind
I'm still standing yeah yeah yeah
I am still standing strong, despite all the odds against me
Once I never could hope to win
I used to think I had no chance of winning, but now I know better
You starting down the road leaving me again
You left me before, and now you're doing it again
The threats you made were meant to cut me down
The hurtful things you said were intended to make me feel small and powerless
And if our love was just a circus you'd be a clown by now
If our relationship was just a show, you'd be the laughingstock by now
I'm still standing yeah yeah yeah
I am still standing strong, despite all the challenges I've faced
I'm still standing yeah yeah yeah
I am still here, standing tall and proud
Don't you know I'm still standing better than I ever did
I am still here, standing strong, and I am better than I ever was before
Looking like a true survivor, feeling like a little kid
I am a true survivor, and I feel young and free again
I'm still standing after all this time
Despite everything I've been through, I'm still here
Picking up the pieces of my life without you on my mind
I am moving forward with my life, without you constantly on my mind
I'm still standing yeah yeah yeah
I am still standing strong, despite all the challenges I've faced
I'm still standing yeah yeah yeah
I am still here, standing tall and proud
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BERNIE TAUPIN, ELTON JOHN
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JORDAN PATRICK HART
I can't find, oh, the right romantic line
But see me once and see the way I feel
Don't discard me just because you think I mean you harm
But these cuts I have, oh, they need love to help them heal
Don't let the sun go down on me
(Don't let the sun)
Although I search myself, it's always someone else I see
I'd just allow a fragment of your life to wander free
(Don't let the sun)
But losing everything is like the sun going down on me
Don't let the sun go down on me
(Don't let the sun)
Although I search myself, it's always someone else I see
I'd just allow a fragment of your life to wander free, yeah
(Don't let the sun)
But losing everything is like the sun going down on me
Tanya McLaughlin
I was there! This was a secret concert in West Hollywood that they announced on the radio an hour before it happened! SO iconic, Im so grateful to be part of this historic moment in history!
L L
Wow!! I'm just two hours away and would've loved to see them. Lucky you!!
TheMissysman
So jealous,wow
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Sue Ridder
What a blessing indeed! You have such happy memories to share for the rest of your life! Wow wow!
Justin Scott
I had the opportunity to be called on stage and stand behind Elton while he tickled the ivories at Caesars in Vegas. What an amazing experience.
Alex Hernandez
lucky !!!
Tom Markel
Excellent duet with Elton and Lady Gaga. She can sing anything. They both know how to sing and perform.
Steve Carmichael
She surely trashed that one!!
Nick Ashton
It was good but it wasn't exactly excellent..
Elzeario Andrade Da Silva
❤