Stand Up
Winslow Lyrics


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Relentless
Breathless
Day to day failure, so much in every way.
It's homicide
Killing these dreams of mine
How can I survive?
I need this in my life.
Can dreams rise above this pain?
Show me a sign
Must be a way

Sometimes you’ve got to stand up
In time of trouble
You’ve got to still believe
This is no time to be waiting
Got to, you’ve got to achieve

Stand up right on the double
You’ve got no time to waste
This is the time to take over
So stand up! Stand up and take your place

Two roads
Diverged at one time
And I chose, don’t know why this is mine
It figures
No one picks road like this
Never ending
Never moving without a twist
Can dreams rise above this pain?
Show me a sign
Must be a way

Sometimes you’ve got to stand up
In time of trouble
You’ve got to still believe
This is no time to be waiting
Got to, you’ve got to achieve

Stand up right on the double
You’ve got no time to waste




This is the time to take over
So stand up! Stand up and take your place

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Winslow's song "Stand Up" are about perseverance and determination in the midst of difficult times. The singer is experiencing day-to-day failures and feels like his dreams are being killed, but he refuses to give up. He wonders if his dreams can overcome the pain he's going through and asks for a sign, a way to keep going. The lyrics also talk about taking a road that doesn't seem to lead anywhere and how easy it is to get stuck in a never-ending cycle. Nevertheless, the chorus repeats the idea that even when times are tough, one must stand up and keep going, to achieve their goals and take their place.


The song delivers a strong message of hope and resilience, encouraging the listener to keep pushing, even in the face of adversity. It highlights the importance of believing in oneself, taking action, and continuing to pursue one's goals. It speaks to a universal human experience, where everyone has faced challenging times and has needed to find the strength to carry on, and it motivates the listener to do the same.


Line by Line Meaning

Relentless
The struggle is unyielding and without mercy.


Breathless
The challenge leaves one gasping for air, physically and emotionally.


Day to day failure, so much in every way.
The disappointments and setbacks are constant and overwhelming on a daily basis.


It's homicide
These circumstances are killing the artist's dreams and hope for the future.


Killing these dreams of mine
The obstacles and challenges are destroying the artist's aspirations and desires.


How can I survive?
The struggle seems insurmountable and the artist doubts their ability to persevere.


I need this in my life.
Despite the hardships, the artist recognizes the importance of their dreams and cannot give up on them.


Can dreams rise above this pain?
The artist questions whether their dreams can overcome the pain and difficulties they face.


Show me a sign
The artist seeks a sign of hope or guidance to continue on their path.


Must be a way
The artist remains determined to find a way to achieve their dreams and overcome the challenges.


Sometimes you’ve got to stand up
In the face of adversity, one must be bold and assertive.


In time of trouble
During challenging times, one must be resolute and fight back.


You’ve got to still believe
Despite the setbacks and disappointment, one must maintain hope and faith in their abilities and dreams.


This is no time to be waiting
One must act now and push forward, rather than waiting for success to come to them.


Got to, you’ve got to achieve
Success is within reach, but it requires persistence, dedication, and hard work.


Stand up right on the double
One must act quickly and decisively, without hesitation.


You’ve got no time to waste
Time is of the essence and every moment counts in pursuit of one's dreams.


This is the time to take over
Now is the moment to seize control and take charge of one's destiny.


So stand up! Stand up and take your place
Be bold, assertive, and take ownership of your life and dreams.


Two roads
The artist faces a decision or crossroads in their life.


Diverged at one time
At one point in the past, the artist made a critical choice that shaped their current circumstances.


And I chose, don’t know why this is mine
The artist selected a path, but is uncertain why it has led them to their current struggles.


It figures
The artist acknowledges the irony or inevitability of their situation.


No one picks road like this
The artist recognizes that they are facing a unique and difficult challenge.


Never ending
The difficulties seem to have no end in sight, and the artist is stuck in a cycle of setbacks and disappointment.


Never moving without a twist
The journey is not straightforward or easy, and there are unexpected turns along the way.




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Matt Stew

This man would have no trouble explaining car problems to a mechanic

Eric McDaniel

Underrated comment for sure.

PhillyGoat83

Nope lmao

maurinethelizard

yes

james

No shit.

Ellie Perry

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SSA Cameron Adam

“if it isn’t yours, ignore it.” words to live by.

UFCFanatic

That's the mentality I apply to any and all children.

Tankie hating Socialist

I work at a tire shop/mechanic shop. "Shit, it aint mine" is quoted hourly.

Che

@Tankie hating Socialist when i worked at valvoline i heard that phrase on multiple occasions😂😂

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