by your side
Spencer Roth Lyrics

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V1:
I'm not gonna stand here and pretend I didn't picture this
I'm not gonna stand here and pretend that I'm not scared

Chorus:

Ooo oo oo, I'll be by your side

Ooo oo oo, I'll be by your side

V2:

I won't won't be the one who will leave here with out you to miss
Let's ride this wave, take my hand, I'll take yours, we'll make this stand.

Overall Meaning

The first verse of Spencer Roth's "By Your Side" speaks of the singer's vulnerability and his ability to be honest about his fears. He admits that he has probably imagined himself in the situation at hand and that he is scared. This shows a level of emotional depth and rawness in his lyrics. The chorus, which is repeated twice, emphasizes his commitment to being present for someone through all their hardships. The line "I'll be by your side" acts as a refrain to drive home the message of the song, which is to show unwavering support to the one you love or care for.

In the second verse, he goes on to express that he will not be the one to walk away leaving the person he loves behind. He implores the listener to take his hand and make a stand together as a united front. Roth's "By Your Side" speaks to the importance of sticking with someone through thick and thin and being an unwavering support system for those that we love.

Line by Line Meaning

I'm not gonna stand here and pretend I didn't picture this
I can't deny that I've thought about this moment before

I'm not gonna stand here and pretend that I'm not scared
I am afraid, but I won't let that stop me from being there for you

Ooo oo oo, I'll be by your side
I will be there for you through thick and thin

Ooo oo oo, I'll be by your side
I promise to never leave your side

I won't won't be the one who will leave here with out you to miss
I won't be the one who walks away, leaving you behind and alone

Let's ride this wave, take my hand, I'll take yours, we'll make this stand.
Let's face whatever comes our way together, hand in hand, and stand strong

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