In Season 5, Glocksen auditioned in Chicago and sang "The Power of Love," which advanced her to Hollywood. In the first round of Hollywood auditions, Glocksen performed "If I Ever Fall In Love Again." She was eliminated on the final day of Hollywood auditions.
In Season 6, Glocksen had a second chance to audition on American Idol in Memphis, and made it again to Hollywood. During Hollywood week, Gina sang the song "Be My Baby" by the Ronettes, together with Perla Meneses, Jessica Gordon and Marisa Rhodes in group round. On the final day, she performed "Have You Ever Really Love A Woman." Glocksen finally made into the Top 40, then into the Top 24, and then into the Top 12. She has auditioned for American Idol three times.
Following her elimination, she appeared on Live with Regis and Kelly and The Ellen DeGeneres Show, where she performed "Alone" for Ellen. She also appeared on ME TV on Nickelodeon, although she did not sing.
After her duet with Phil Stacey during an Illinois show of the American Idols LIVE! Tour 2007, Gina's boyfriend of three years, Joe, appeared on stage and surprised her by proposing to her. Jordin Sparks and Haley Scarnato will reportedly serve as two of the eight bridesmaids at the wedding.
In season 7 of American Idol Gina worked as co-host on American Idol Extra together with Constantine Maroulis.
She is currently working on original material. One song 'When It Rains" has been performed on American Idol Extra.
Glocksen is playing shows in the Chicago area with her new band.
I'll Stand By You
Gina Glocksen Lyrics
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Tears are in your eyes
Come on and come to me now
Don't be ashamed to cry
Let me see you through
'cause I've seen the dark side too
When the night falls on you
You don't know what to do
Could make me love you less
I'll stand by you
I'll stand by you
Won't let nobody hurt you
I'll stand by you
So if you're mad, get mad
Don't hold it all inside
Come on and talk to me now
Hey, what you got to hide?
I get angry too
Well I'm a lot like you
When you're standing at the crossroads
And don't know which path to choose
Let me come along
'cause even if you're wrong
I'll stand by you
I'll stand by you
Won't let nobody hurt you
I'll stand by you
Take me in, into your darkest hour
And I'll never desert you
I'll stand by you
And when...
When the night falls on you, baby
You're feeling all alone
You won't be on your own
I'll stand by you
I'll stand by you
Won't let nobody hurt you
I'll stand by you
Take me in, into your darkest hour
And I'll never desert you
I'll stand by you
I'll stand by you
Won't let nobody hurt you
I'll stand by you
Won't let nobody hurt you
I'll stand by you
The lyrics of Gina Glocksen's "I'll Stand By You" are those of a comforting friend, offering unconditional love and support. The song's opening lines express this sentiment directly, with the singer asking why the listener looks so sad and offering to be a comforting presence. The chorus repeats this promise, with the singer pledging to "stand by you" and "never desert you" even in the darkest moments.
The lyrics also acknowledge the complexity of human emotion, with the singer admitting that they too get angry and have seen the "dark side." This creates a sense of empathy between the singer and the listener, suggesting that the singer is not offering unrealistic or naive comfort but instead a true empathy and understanding.
In the second verse, the lyrics expand to offer reassurance to someone facing a tough decision, with the singer offering to accompany them on their journey regardless of the outcome. The overall message of the song is one of unconditional love and support, a message that has resonated with many listeners since its release.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, why you look so sad?
She notices her friend's sadness and wants to help.
Tears are in your eyes
Her friend is crying and in need of comfort.
Come on and come to me now
She wants her friend to confide in her and seek support.
Don't be ashamed to cry
She assures her friend that it's okay to express emotions.
Let me see you through
She promises to be there until her friend feels better.
'cause I've seen the dark side too
She has also gone through hard times and can relate to her friend's pain.
When the night falls on you
She is aware that her friend feels alone and helpless at night.
You don't know what to do
Her friend is lost and needs guidance.
Nothing you confess
Whatever her friend tells her, she won't judge or turn away.
Could make me love you less
Her love for her friend is unconditional and won't waver.
I'll stand by you
She will support her friend through thick and thin.
Won't let nobody hurt you
She will protect her friend from harm or negativity.
So if you're mad, get mad
She encourages her friend to express anger, if needed.
Don't hold it all inside
Keeping emotions bottled up is unhealthy, so she advises against it.
Come on and talk to me now
She wants her friend to open up to her and share what's wrong.
Hey, what you got to hide?
She reassures her friend that she won't judge or share what is shared with her.
I get angry too
She relates to her friend and feels similar emotions at times.
Well I'm a lot like you
She sees herself in her friend and wants to be there for her.
When you're standing at the crossroads
The friend is facing a difficult decision and needs support.
And don't know which path to choose
She empathizes with her friend's confusion and helps her find clarity.
Let me come along
She wants to be by her friend's side on this journey.
'cause even if you're wrong
She won't judge or abandon her friend, even if she makes mistakes.
Take me in, into your darkest hour
She is willing to go through the tough times with her friend.
And I'll never desert you
She will always be there for her friend, no matter what.
And when...
She assures her friend that challenges will pass.
When the night falls on you, baby
She knows that her friend will have tough moments, but offers support.
You're feeling all alone
She is aware of her friend's loneliness and offers comfort.
You won't be on your own
Her friend will have her support and love through hard times.
Won't let nobody hurt you
She will be her friend's protector and won't let anyone harm her.
I'll stand by you
She promises to remain loyal and supportive no matter what.
Won't let nobody hurt you
She repeats that she will protect her friend from harm and negativity.
I'll stand by you
She ends on the same promise to be there for her friend, always.
Contributed by Dominic K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@bhu8765tg
She is one of the few artists I remember loving on American Idol. She rocks.
@rebeccab.5993
Not only is Gina incredibly talented, after having the pleasure of working with her yesterday, she is one of the genuinely nice people out there.
@boliawomi5183
I'm still listing to this song after 14 years ❤
@miguelvera1400
Since then im still watching this.. I can still clearly remember this performance. Remarkable. Underrated.
@skyllo
+MIGUEL MODRIGO i still remember this performance. i didn't even know about this song until she sang it on the show.
@j.r.lobinsky4578
That was absolutely amazing and it was my favorite performance Gina did on American Idol, it showed her true vocal range!
@bongmanding
I downloaded this on Amazon. Love the song sooo much. Don't care about the original version, Gina nailed this.
@johndill3481
Gotta love the fly pair of boots... and Gina's version of this song is hands down best version ever... period!!!
@markmytravels6861
i love her version
@hecklord
I love this.. IMO, this is better... I can feel the song...