There She Stands
Michael W. Smith Lyrics


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When the night
Seems to say
All hope is lost
Gone away
But I know
I'm not alone
By the light
She stands

There she waves
Faithful friend
Shimmering stars
Westward wind
Show the way
Carry me
To the place
She stands

Just when you think it might be over
Just when you think the fight is gone
Someone will risk his life to raise her
There she stands

There she flies
Clear blue skies
Reminds us with red
Of those that died
Washed in white
By the brave
In their strength
She stands

When evil calls itself a martyr
When all your hopes come crashing down
Someone will pull her from the rubble
There she stands

We've seen her flying torn and tattered
We've seen her stand the test of time
And through it all the fools have fallen
There she stands

By the dawn's
Early light




And through the fight
She stands

Overall Meaning

The song "There She Stands" by Michael W. Smith is an emotional tribute to the American flag, which symbolizes the courage, endurance, and resilience of the American people. The song is a reminder that in times of hardship and despair, the flag stands tall as a beacon of hope and unity. The lyrics "When the night seems to say all hope is lost, gone away. But I know, I'm not alone by the light she stands" are a poignant reflection of the strength and determination that the flag embodies.


The second stanza of the song speaks about how the flag represents the heart and soul of the American people, and how it has been a pivotal force in carrying people forward in tough times. The lyrics "There she waves faithful friend, shimmering stars westward wind, show the way carry me to the place she stands" suggest that the flag is a guiding light that helps people navigate even the darkest of days. The song speaks of how the flag has been "raised" by individuals like firefighters, policemen, and soldiers who have risked their lives to protect it.


The chorus of the song reinforces the idea that the flag is the embodiment of the resilience and will of the American people. It speaks of how the flag has weathered many storms and come out untarnished. The lyrics "Just when you think it might be over, just when you think the fight is gone, someone will risk his life to raise her, there she stands" indicate that no matter what the circumstances, the American people will always rise up to defend their country and their flag.


Line by Line Meaning

When the night
When times get tough


Seems to say
It appears that


All hope is lost
There's no more faith left


Gone away
Lost forever


But I know
However, I believe


I'm not alone
I have support


By the light
Guided by


She stands
The symbol of hope stands


There she waves
The hope waves


Faithful friend
Dependable ally


Shimmering stars
Luminous celestial bodies


Westward wind
A western airflow


Show the way
Illuminate the path


Carry me
Transport and support me


To the place
The location


She stands
The symbol of hope stands


Just when you think it might be over
When it seems like it's the end


Just when you think the fight is gone
When you've given up hope


Someone will risk his life to raise her
Somebody will endanger themselves to show her


There she stands
The symbol of hope stands


There she flies
Hope elevates and moves forward


Clear blue skies
Sunny and bright weather


Reminds us with red
Inspires us with the hue of bravery


Of those that died
Of those that perished in battle


Washed in white
Represents a pure spirit


By the brave
From the courageous


In their strength
From their fortitude


She stands
The symbol of hope stands


When evil calls itself a martyr
When wickedness declares itself martyred


When all your hopes come crashing down
When all dreams shatter


Someone will pull her from the rubble
Somebody will rescue her from destruction


There she stands
The symbol of hope stands


We've seen her flying torn and tattered
We've seen the symbol of hope damaged and distressed


We've seen her stand the test of time
We've seen her survive and persist throughout history


And through it all the fools have fallen
And despite it, foolish people have failed


There she stands
The symbol of hope stands


By the dawn's
During sunrise


Early light
New morning sun


And through the fight
And amid the struggle


She stands
The symbol of hope stands




Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: MICHAEL W. SMITH, MICHAEL WHITAKER SMITH, WES KING, WESLEY I. KING

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Comments from YouTube:

Lynn Brumfield

So beautiful… 20 years later this is song is even more poignant. God Bless America 🙏🏻❤️🇺🇸.

Stephen Sears

Amen

3rdHelen

Thank you, Micael and God Bless you. This song is one of the most moving songs about America of our faith, strength, and unity as a nation.

Temiong Cecilio

Magnificent song... May America continue to seek God with its heart & soul...

David Queenan

20 years. Unimaginable. Still guts me. Never Forget.

Beverly Hill

I CRY EVERY SINGLE TIME I HEAR THIS SONG. I HAVE IT ON A CD. I WISH THIS SONG AND VIDEO WOULD BE PLAYED IN EVERY SINGLE SCHOOL IN AMERICA. OUR YOUNG PEOPLE NEED TO UNDERSTAND SOMETHING THAT WE WILL NEVER FORGET. I AGREE WITH YOUR BRILLIANTLY SIMPLISTIC PROFOUND WORDS, DAVID. THANKS!~~BEV~~

JediDB

I have been a fan of Michael's for decades and I believe that this song is one of his best masterpieces.It just says it all.

Afrose Khan

I am crying crying crying oh Jesus how great art Thou Hallelujah Praise you Lord Hannity tonight had a wonderful piece on this blessings Shalom

Fenway Park

Afrose Khan my day consist of Rush Limbaugh, Hannity, and Mark Levin. MAGA- KAG

Philip Elias

This is the Country I still love and believe in... Regardless of what any man who lives will ever say. The U.S.A has done more for this planet than any other nation in recorded history. I am proud to live here and hope my descendents and all other brothers and sisters living here feel the same!

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