Stand By Your Man
Lyle Lovett Lyrics


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Sometimes it's hard to be a woman
giving all your love to just one man.
You'll have bad times
And he'll have good times,
Doin' things that you don't understand.

But if you love him you'll forgive him,
even though he's hard to understand.
And if you love him Oh be proud of him,
'Cause after all he's just a man.

Stand By Your Man,
Give him two arms to cling to,
And something warm to come to
when nights are cold and lonely.

Stand By Your Man,
And tell the world you love him.
Giving all the love you can.
Stand By Your Man.

Stand By Your Man,




And show the world you love him.
Keep giving all the love you can;

Overall Meaning

In Lyle Lovett's song "Stand By Your Man," the lyrics reflect the social and cultural norms of traditional gender roles in the 1960s and 1970s. The song emphasizes the expectations for women to be subservient and forgiving to their husbands, despite their flaws and mistakes. The opening lines, "Sometimes it's hard to be a woman, giving all your love to just one man," suggest that a woman's role is to love and support her husband at all times, even when it is difficult. The lyrics point out the power dynamic in a relationship, where the man may be doing things the woman does not understand or agree with.


However, the chorus of the song emphasizes the importance of standing by your man, even during the difficult times. The phrase, "Give him two arms to cling to, and something warm to come to when nights are cold and lonely" suggests that a woman's role is to provide emotional support and physical comfort to her husband. The repeated line, "Stand by your man, and tell the world you love him" reinforces the expectation for women to support their husbands publicly and privately.


Overall, the song "Stand By Your Man" reflects the traditional gender roles and expectations of women during the 1960s and 1970s. It emphasizes the importance of being submissive, forgiving, and nurturing towards one's husband. However, it is important to note that these lyrics reflect a particular time and culture and are not necessarily reflective of contemporary values.


Line by Line Meaning

Sometimes it's hard to be a woman
Being a woman is tough and challenging.


giving all your love to just one man.
You dedicate all your love to one man.


You'll have bad times
Difficult times come your way.


And he'll have good times,
He will have his share of good times.


Doin' things that you don't understand.
He does things that you don't comprehend.


But if you love him you'll forgive him,
If you love him, you will forgive him.


even though he's hard to understand.
Even if he is hard to comprehend.


And if you love him Oh be proud of him,
If you love him, be proud of him.


'Cause after all he's just a man.
He is only a human being.


Stand By Your Man,
Support your partner.


Give him two arms to cling to,
Provide him with your loving arms to hold on to.


And something warm to come to
Make your home warm and comforting for him.


when nights are cold and lonely.
Especially during cold and lonely nights.


And tell the world you love him.
Express your love for him openly.


Giving all the love you can.
Give him all the love you have.


Stand By Your Man.
Stay loyal and committed to your partner.


And show the world you love him.
Display your love for him to the world.


Keep giving all the love you can;
Continue giving your love to him wholeheartedly.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Billy Sherrill, Tammy Wynette

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