Stand By Me
Ben E. King · Very Best Of Ben E. King
When the night has come
And the land is dark
And the moon is the only light we'll see
No I won't be afraid, no I won't be afraid
Just as long as you stand, stand by me
(Chorus)
So darling, darling
Stand by me, oh stand by me
Oh stand, stand by me
Stand by me
If the sky that we look upon
Should tumble and fall
Or the mountains should crumble to the sea
I won't cry, I won't cry
No I won't shed a tear
Just as long as you stand, stand by me
(Chorus) x2
Whenever you're in trouble would you stand by me
Oh stand by me, stand now, stand, stand by me
And the land is dark
And the moon is the only light we'll see
No I won't be afraid, no I won't be afraid
Just as long as you stand, stand by me
(Chorus)
So darling, darling
Stand by me, oh stand by me
Oh stand, stand by me
Stand by me
If the sky that we look upon
Should tumble and fall
Or the mountains should crumble to the sea
I won't cry, I won't cry
No I won't shed a tear
Just as long as you stand, stand by me
(Chorus) x2
Whenever you're in trouble would you stand by me
Oh stand by me, stand now, stand, stand by me
Stand By Me - Ben E. King
Ben E. King's 1961 recording of 'Stand By Me' stands as a cornerstone of soul and R&B history, defined by its haunting melody and King's distinctive falsetto. Originally written by Harvey Feiveson and George Washington, the song was reimagined by King with a lush arrangement that emphasized emotional depth over the original's upbeat tempo. Released on the 'Very Best Of Ben E. King' compilation, this track exemplifies the smooth, romantic style that characterized King's career and influenced countless artists across the soul, pop, and gospel genres. The song's enduring appeal lies in its universal message of loyalty and support, making it a staple in covers and anthologies worldwide.