Where I Stand

Ashanti · The Vault [2008]

[Chorus:]

Tell me where I stand

Are we gonna be hand in hand

Or did I just fall in love with a friend

Tell me where I stand

We ain't' gotta move it nowhere

I just gotta know where I am



[Verse 1:]

You gotta know what I'm feeling when I see you babe

It's been a while we been dealing with each other this way-eeyh

And I'm always here to wipe you're tears

Lying by your side if they turnin on you

I wanna be your all is what I wanna do I'm giving all I can

You gotta let me know where I stand



[Chorus:]

Tell me where I stand

Are we gonna be hand in hand

Or did I just fall in love with a friend

Tell me where I stand

We ain't' gotta move it nowhere

I just gotta know where I am



[Chorus:]

Tell me where I stand

Are we gonna be hand in hand

Or did I just fall in love with a friend

Tell me where I stand

We ain't' gotta move it nowhere

I just gotta know where I am



[Verse 2:]

I always wanna see you smiling back at me

And I've been thinkin' this is where I wanna be

If I can make it so you'll never hurt again

I'll do whatever say whatever give the best I can

Should I have another waiting on the side?

Should I have another that I see at night?

I wanna be with you and this is what I planed

But I gotta know where I stand



[Chorus:]

Tell me where I stand

Are we gonna be hand in hand

Or did I just fall in love with a friend

Tell me where I stand

We ain't' gotta move it nowhere

I just gotta know where I am



[Chorus:]

Tell me where I stand

Are we gonna be hand in hand

Or did I just fall in love with a friend

Tell me where I stand

We ain't' gotta move it nowhere

I just gotta know where I am



[Bridge:]

Tell me should I care if you care if you stay out all night?

Tell me should I care if you go out whit another girl?

And if you give a damn where I'm at

And if you give a damn where I am

Then I gotta know where I stand



[Chorus: x4]

Tell me where I stand

Are we gonna be hand in hand

Or did I just fall in love with a friend

Tell me where I stand

We ain't' gotta move it nowhere

I just gotta know where I am

Where I Stand

Ashanti's 'Where I Stand' serves as a pivotal track on her 2008 album, The Vault, solidifying her status as a leading figure in contemporary R&B. The recording showcases her signature vocal power and emotional depth, blending soulful melodies with the polished production characteristic of late 2000s hip-hop soul. Released during a period where she was navigating both commercial success and artistic evolution, the song reflects themes of personal integrity and resilience. It stands as a testament to her ability to deliver compelling narratives through her voice, contributing significantly to her discography and influencing the genre's trajectory. The track remains a defining moment in her career, capturing the essence of her musical identity at a critical juncture.