Stand By Me
Jimmy & David Ruffin Lyrics
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I can't stand to think that I might be alone
Not alone again not the way it was back then
Before you walked into my heart and told me we would never part
So stand beside be don't never let me be alone again
Stand beside me stand beside me for if I should lose you I just couldn't get anywhere
Stand beside me stand beside me you're the only one who ever made me care
There'll be times when everything goes wrong
No matter what we have to do together we can see it through
So stand beside me and I'll be standing right there next to you
Stand beside me
The lyrics of Jimmy & David Ruffin's Stand By Me describe deep emotional attachment and dependence on a loved one. The singer addresses their partner, asking them to remain steadfast by their side as they have been the only one who has ever made them truly care. The fear of being alone again is palpable in the lyrics, evoking past heartbreak and loneliness.
The singer describes the assurance they received when their partner entered their life and promised to never leave them. They plead for them to continue to accompany them on their journey through life, knowing that if they were to lose them, they would be lost too. The lyrics express unwavering loyalty and solidarity between the singer and their loved one. Together, they can overcome any challenges that come their way.
In summary, the lyrics of Stand By Me are a testament to the power of love and the importance of having someone to rely on in life. The song captures the essence of true companionship and the comfort that comes with knowing that someone is always there to stand by your side.
Line by Line Meaning
Stand beside me stand beside me you're the only one who ever made me care
I need you by my side, because you are the only person who has ever made me feel truly cared for.
I can't stand to think that I might be alone
The thought of being alone is unbearable to me.
Not alone again not the way it was back then
I don't want to be alone again, like I was before you came into my life.
Before you walked into my heart and told me we would never part
You entered my life and made a promise to always be there for me.
So stand beside be don't never let me be alone again
I need you to stand by me and never let me be alone again.
For if I should lose you I just couldn't get anywhere
If I lose you, I would feel lost and unable to move forward.
There'll be times when everything goes wrong
There will be difficult times when things don't go as planned.
But darling I won't care if I know you're standing there
As long as I know you are by my side, I won't let anything bring me down.
No matter what we have to do together we can see it through
We can face any challenge as long as we are together.
So stand beside me and I'll be standing right there next to you
If you stand by me, I will always stand by you.
Stand beside me stand beside me
Stand by me, always be by my side.
You're the only one who ever made me care
You are the only person who has made me feel truly cared for.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MARC WALLACE JORDAN, BRUCE GAITSCH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Linda Wyche
WOW! Never knew David and Jimmy sung this song together. My, My, My. Love them both "priceless" however, David was my favorite. Singing in the heavenly choir now. Rest Well my brothers💕💕
AJ. McGowan
My first time hearing this, I am impressed, they did a fantastic job
Barbie jake
So beautiful Jimmy & David Ruffin I loved these two brothers may they continue to RIP gone too soon but never ever forgotten🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Pia
Thanks to the brilliant movie The Burial is where I heard these gorgeous voices of these brothers 🥰🙏 feeling blessed 🥲
Aretha Van Horn
Me too. Excellent rendition. Such talent. I watched the movie today.
DALEFLY
Me too. Just watched the movie which is brilliant, and then comes Stand by Me by David and Jimmy. Icing on the cake.❤
jesusneverexisted300
Man this is so beautiful. Never knew Ruffin boys cover this. OMG, David is a beast! I love everything this brother has done.
Alan J Poole
Have always loved (this) version. They really do the song justice, as two such talented Brothers could.
Coretha Bonner
very good version, they sounded great together!
Dorothy Taylor
Jimmy had a beautiful voice both brothers was awesome singers