Stand

R.E.M. · Part Lies, Part Heart, Part Truth, Part Garbage - 1982 - 2011 [2011]

Stand in the place where you live

Now face North

Think about direction

Wonder why you haven't before

Now stand in the place where you work

Now face West

Think about the place where you live

Wonder why you haven't before



If you are confused check with the sun

Carry a compass to help you along

Your feet are going to be on the ground

Your head is there to move you around



Stand in the place where you live

Now face North

Think about direction

Wonder why you haven't before

Now stand in the place where you work

Now face West

Think about the place where you live

Wonder why you haven't before



Your feet are going to be on the ground

Your head is there to move you around

If wishes were trees the trees would be falling

Listen to reason, season is calling



Stand in the place where you live

Now face North

Think about direction

Wonder why you haven't before

Now stand in the place where you work

Now face West

Think about the place where you live

Wonder why you haven't before



If wishes were trees the trees would be falling

Listen to reason, reason is calling

Your feet are going to be on the ground

Your head is there to move you around



So Stand

Now face North

Think about direction, wonder why you haven't before

Now stand

Now face West

Think about the place where you live

Wonder why you haven't



Stand in the place where you live

Now face North

Think about direction

Wonder why you haven't before

Now stand in the place where you work

Now face West

Think about the place where you live

Wonder why you haven't before



Stand in the place where you are

Now face North

Stand in the place where you are

Now face West

Your feet are going to be on the ground

Stand in the place where you are

Your head is there to move you around, so stand

Stand - R.E.M.

Released in 1982 on the album Part Lies, Part Heart, Part Truth, Part Garbage, "Stand" serves as a defining track in the early career of R.E.M. The song exemplifies the band's signature blend of jangly guitar work, atmospheric textures, and introspective lyrics that would characterize their subsequent success. As one of the first singles from their debut record, it helped establish the group's reputation within the alternative rock and college rock scenes of the early 1980s. The recording captures a moment of transition for the band, balancing raw energy with melodic sophistication that would later be refined on albums like Out Of Time. Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to evoke a sense of quiet determination and personal reflection, making it a staple for fans exploring the band's foundational work.