Schuyler has performed with artists including Sheryl Crow, Rachael Yamagata, Cary Brothers, Priscilla Ahn, and The Weepies. She has also played across North America with the Hotel Cafe tour, with fellow singer-songwriter, friend and collaborator, Joshua Radin, and most recently with Ben Taylor. Schuyler's pure sound and soulful lyrics have grabbed the attention of movie producers. She wrote and performed original music for the soundtrack to Zach Braff's film "The Last Kiss;" she was sought out by producer Reese Witherspoon to write and perform a song for the soundtrack of the film "Penelope;" and continues to contribute songs to many other film and television projects. An artist who is multi-talented, energetic, and versatile, Schuyler has appeared in several feature films and television shows including "Orange County" and "One Tree Hill."
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From Where I'm Standing
Schuyler Fisk Lyrics
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You're the quiet side of the road
You're looking so lonely
And I can't stop looking at you
Your head is hanging
Trying to beat those goodbye blues
I bet you'll be fine
I bet you'll be fine
I guess it's not the way
You always planned it
Looks like you're heading for a
Crash landing
That's just the way it looks
From where I'm standing
From where I'm standing
from where I'm standing
I think I caught your eye
Are you looking at me
Cause I swear I saw you smile
And I'm coming over
Gonna take things off your mind
And I bet you'll be fine
And I bet you'll be fine
I guess it's not the way
You always planned it
Looks like you're heading for a
Crash landing
That's just the way it looks
From where I'm standing
from where I'm standing
Let it fall
Let it come down
Let it crash around you
Around you
I guess it's not the way
You always planned it
Looks like you're heading for a
Crash landing
That's just the way it looks
From where I'm standing
That's just the way it looks
From where I'm standing
From where I'm standing
I might make you mine
I might make you mine
From where I'm standing
The song “From Where I’m Standing” by Schuyler Fisk talks about her observation of someone who is feeling down and lonely. From her perspective, this person is like the quiet side of the road, who is trying to beat the blues of goodbye. She sees this person as possibly heading towards a crash landing based on how they appear to her. However, she also sees an opportunity to help this person and approaches them. She believes that she can help take their mind off of their troubles and that they will ultimately be fine.
This song is full of emotion and empathy, as Schuyler Fisk tries to connect with this person in need of help. She is encouraging them to let it all out and let it fall down because she believes that letting yourself feel everything is better than struggling to keep everything together. She sees the vulnerability in this person and empathizes with them even though she may not know what the exact cause of their distress is.
Overall, “From Where I’m Standing” is a heartfelt song that encourages people to reach out to others who may be struggling, and reminds us that it is always better to face our problems and feelings head-on instead of trying to keep them hidden.
Line by Line Meaning
From where I'm standing
The perspective of the singer in the moment
You're the quiet side of the road
Refers to the loneliness and emptiness the singer perceives in the person she is observing
You're looking so lonely
Reiterating on the idea that the person is alone and in a tough spot
And I can't stop looking at you
The singer is drawn to the person she is observing and is concerned about their well-being
Your head is hanging
Illustrating the person's body language and how they are feeling down
Trying to beat those goodbye blues
The person is trying to deal with a difficult situation and move on
I bet you'll be fine
The singer is hopeful that the person will overcome their struggles
I guess it's not the way
Acknowledging that life doesn't always go as planned
You always planned it
Alluding to the person's original intentions and goals
Looks like you're heading for a
The person is currently in a tough spot
Crash landing
The difficulty or failure the person is facing
That's just the way it looks
It seems like the person is struggling, but there may be more than meets the eye
From where I'm standing
Reiterating the singer's perspective and limited understanding of the situation
I think I caught your eye
The singer believes that the person she is observing noticed her
Are you looking at me
Questioning whether the person is interested in making a connection
Cause I swear I saw you smile
The singer perceived a positive response from the person, leading her to believe they may want to connect
And I'm coming over
The singer is taking action to try and connect with the person
Gonna take things off your mind
The singer wants to help the person forget about their troubles, even if it's only for a brief moment
Let it fall
Encouraging the person to let their guard down and be vulnerable
Let it come down
Feelings and emotions can be overwhelming, but it's okay to let them out
Let it crash around you
The person should let go of their struggles and embrace their emotions
I might make you mine
The singer is interested in building a relationship with the person
From where I'm standing
Reiterating that the singer has a limited understanding of the situation
Lyrics © Bluewater Music Corp.
Written by: Blu Sanders, Schuyler Fisk
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@monsoleil5884
Still lovin' this in 2019! Schuyler is truly underrated.
@_Mad_Eagle
I still listen to it in 2021 ... The Last Kiss was my absolute favorite movie
@JBenGF1984
@@madeagle4367I still listen to it in 2023. 😉
@debbieellis4419
2023 and still listening
@ted5012
It's weird sometimes the simplest lyrics can be so deep. Love her voice, love the song
@TheJanglecrow
2023 and it still moves me. Love this scene shot in a real place in a small town lots of unpaid extras. The sweet look on their faces is priceless. Schuyler wrote a touching song and makes the magic happen. I love the movie in this is my favorite scene.
@LeslieBrennanStyler
I could listen to that her sing that song a thousand times it never gets old. Truly talented!
@jonathanmundy5778
Got into Schuyler's music in my indie phase. Still love what she ended up making. This song in particular came up on the radio at work. Haven't heard it since it was a profile song on my MySpace page. Good times.
@jaddison1112
I saw this movie "I'm Reed Fish"on DVD today This Indie Film was in very limited release, which is a true shame.. What a good movie, more people should see it. So many fine performances. This scene is a definite highlight. Love this song.
@RobynDharma18
Watching her do this live is way better than the album version. I adore her.