Here I Stand
Nagano/Chorus and Orchestra de l'Opera Lyon/Hadley/Upshaw Lyrics


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What am I here for?
It's time you knew
Here's what I'm here for
I'm here for you

Can you forgive me?
Am I too late?
All the years that I've wandered
And pondered were squandered

My heart insisted
I seek you out
That you existed
My heart had no doubt

To share a journey
That leads to heaven's door
You'll find is what I'm here for

What am I here for?
It's time you knew
Here's what I'm here for
I'm here for you

Can you forgive me?
Am I too late?
All the years that I've wandered
And pondered were squandered

My heart insisted
I seek you out
That you existed
My heart had no doubt

To share a journey
That leads to heaven's door
You'll find is what I'm here for

To share a journey




That leads to heaven's door
You'll find is what I'm here for, I'm here for

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Here I stand" express a sense of contemplation, longing, and remorse in a relationship. The singer questions their purpose and existence, wondering why they are here in the first place. They then acknowledge that they are here for the person they are addressing, emphasizing their dedication and devotion to them.


The singer seeks forgiveness, questioning if it is too late to make amends. They reflect on the years they have spent wandering and pondering, realizing that those years were wasted and unfulfilling. Their heart, however, has always urged them to search for this person, believing in their existence without a doubt.


The lyrics then shift to the idea of sharing a journey that leads to heaven's door. This journey symbolizes a path of transformation, growth, and ultimately, a form of enlightenment or salvation. The singer emphasizes that this journey is what they are here for, expressing a desire to embark on it with the person they are addressing.


Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of longing, regret, and a sincere desire to reconcile and build a meaningful connection with someone.


Line by Line Meaning

What am I here for?
I want to understand my purpose in life.


It's time you knew
Now is the right moment for you to discover.


Here's what I'm here for
Let me reveal the reason for my existence.


I'm here for you
My presence is dedicated to you and your well-being.


Can you forgive me?
Will you pardon my past mistakes?


Am I too late?
Have I missed the opportunity?


All the years that I've wandered
During the time I aimlessly roamed


And pondered were squandered
And pondered without purpose or direction


My heart insisted
My heart persistently urged me


I seek you out
To search for and find you


That you existed
That your existence is real


My heart had no doubt
My heart was completely certain


To share a journey
To embark on a voyage together


That leads to heaven's door
That guides us towards the entrance of paradise


You'll find is what I'm here for
You will discover that my purpose is to be there for you


To share a journey
To embark on a voyage together


That leads to heaven's door
That guides us towards the entrance of paradise


You'll find is what I'm here for
You will discover that my purpose is to be there for you


I'm here for
I exist solely for




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: HAROLD ARLEN, IRA GERSHWIN

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