In 1990 Usher joined an R&B local quintet called the NuBeginnings, which was organized by local music svengali, Darryl Wheeler and then he decided to pursue a career in music. Aside from recording, Usher has ventured into business. He has established his own record label, US Records, and is a part owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers franchise. He has also dabbled in acting, with a recurring role on the teen sitcom Moesha, and roles in the films The Faculty (1998, with Josh Harnett) She's All That (1999, with Freddie Prinze, Jr.) and Texas Rangers (2001, with Ashton Kutcher).
Here I Stand
Usher Lyrics
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'Cause baby, you're the only one for me
I know it gets hard when I'm movin' in and outta state
But I promise my heart for you, I would save
Just remember that
No matter how far I go
And no matter how long it takes
Forever yours, here I stand (here I stand, baby)
You're like a mirror to my soul, but a queen (my queen)
And finally now I know just what that means (oh yeah, yeah)
You're the blessing I never thought I would get
And to the Lord, I humbly bow my head
Just remember that
No matter how far I go
And no matter how long it takes
No one or nothing can change
Forever yours here I stand
Ever since you came (since you came along)
It seems like (couldn't get it right)
Yeah, I found I sunk so low
That there was no way I could be found (never thought love would find me)
And when we make love (every time you give, give to me your love)
You make feel a way I never felt
With no one else, and I can't help myself
I'm telling you, that
No matter how far I go (hey)
See no matter how long it takes, yeah
No one or nothing, nothing, baby (change)
Ever change the way I feel, I'm your man (listen, see)
Forever yours, yours, all yours, here I stand, yeah
No matter how far I go
And no matter how long it takes (yeah)
No one or nothing can change
Forever yours, I'll remain
Here I stand
In Usher's "Here I Stand," the singer declares his love for a woman and promises to remain dedicated to her no matter what distance or obstacles come between them. He acknowledges the difficulties that come with his career and traveling but assures her that his heart is hers and he will always stand by her side. He refers to her as a "mirror to his soul" and treats her like a queen, acknowledging that she is a blessing he never thought he would receive. Usher humbly thanks the Lord for her and proclaims that he will always be hers, even in the face of temptation or challenges.
This song is an ode to commitment and the strength of love to overcome adversity. It showcases Usher's heartfelt emotions and vulnerability as he professes his love for his partner. The message of the song is that no matter how far apart two people may be, love can transcend distance and time. The song's romantic tone is complemented by Usher's smooth vocals and the soulful instrumental accompaniment.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm hoping that this ain't too hard to believe
I hope you trust what I am about to say.
'Cause baby, you're the only one for me
I love only you, and no one else.
I know it gets hard when I'm movin' in and outta state
It's rough being away from you while I travel for work.
But I promise my heart for you, I would save
I'm committed to you, and I'll do anything to make this work.
Just remember that
Please don't forget what I'm saying.
No matter how far I go
Even when I'm miles away from you.
And no matter how long it takes
Even if it takes a long time.
No one or nothing can change
Nothing can come between us.
Forever yours, here I stand (here I stand, baby)
I'm yours forever, and I'm not going anywhere.
You're like a mirror to my soul, but a queen (my queen)
You reflect my innermost self, and you are royalty to me.
And finally now I know just what that means (oh yeah, yeah)
I understand you better now than ever before.
You're the blessing I never thought I would get
You are a gift from above, and I never expected to find someone like you.
And to the Lord, I humbly bow my head
I show gratitude to God for sending you to me.
Ever since you came (since you came along)
Since you entered my life.
It seems like (couldn't get it right)
I struggled to find the right person for me.
Yeah, I found I sunk so low
I was at a low point before I met you.
That there was no way I could be found (never thought love would find me)
I thought I would never find love.
And when we make love (every time you give, give to me your love)
When we're intimate together.
You make feel a way I never felt
You make me feel emotions I've never experienced before.
With no one else, and I can't help myself
Only you can make me feel this way, and I can't control my feelings.
I'm telling you, that
I want you to know that
See no matter how long it takes, yeah
Even if it takes a long time.
No one or nothing, nothing, baby (change)
No one and nothing can come between us.
Ever change the way I feel, I'm your man (listen, see)
My feelings for you will never change, and I'm committed to being your partner.
Forever yours, yours, all yours, here I stand, yeah
I belong to you and only you, forever.
No matter how far I go
Even when I'm far away.
And no matter how long it takes (yeah)
Even if it takes a while.
No one or nothing can change
Nothing can come between us.
Forever yours, I'll remain
I'm yours always and forever.
Here I stand
I'm here for you, and I'm not going anywhere.
Lyrics © JELLYBEAN MUSIC GROUP, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Gerrell Gaddis, Vidal Davis, Adam Blackstone, Andre Harris, Jamar Jones, Usher Raymond
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