You've Got to Stand for Something
Aaron Tippin
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Now Daddy didn't like trouble, but if it came along Everyone that knew him knew which side that he'd be on He never was a hero, or this county's shinin' light But you could always find him standing up For what he thought was right He'd say you've got to stand for something or you'll fall for anything You've got to be your own man not a puppet on a string Never compromise what's right and uphold your family name You've got to stand for something or you'll fall for anything Now we might have been better off or owned a bigger house If Daddy had done more givin' in or a little more backing down But we always had plenty just living his advice Whatever you do today you'll have to sleep with tonight He'd say you've got to stand for something or you'll fall for anything You've got to be your own man not a puppet on a string Never compromise what's right and uphold your family name You've got to stand for something or you'll fall for anything Now I know that things are different than they were in Daddy's days But I still believe what makes a man really hasn't changed You've got to stand for something or you'll fall for anything You've got to be your own man not a puppet on a string Never compromise what's right and uphold your family name You've got to stand for something or you'll fall for anything You've got to stand for something or you'll fall for anything.
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Written by: AARON TIPPIN, WILLIAM BROCK, WILLIAM CALHOUN JR. BROCK
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Release Date"You've Got to Stand for Something" by Aaron Tippin was released on November 13, 1990, as the lead-off single for his debut album of the same name.
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GenreThe song is in the country genre, which is what Aaron Tippin is famous for.
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Chart PerformanceTippin’s single climbed to number 6 on Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. The song's success on the charts helped establish Tippin's reputation as a country music artist.
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Lyrics MeaningThe lyrics of "You've Got to Stand for Something" carry a powerful message, emphasizing the importance of having principles and the courage to stand up for them.
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Song WriterTippin didn’t write this song alone. He co-wrote "You've Got to Stand for Something" with Buddy Brock.
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BeginningsThis song was Aaron Tippin's first release after signing with RCA Records, marking the start of his professional music career.
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PopularityToday, the song is recognized as one of Aaron Tippin's signature tunes, cementing his place in Country music history.
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Impact on CareerThe success of "You've Got to Stand for Something" set the stage for Tippin to release a series of successful albums throughout the 1990s.
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Military ConnectionDuring the Gulf War, Tippin often performed this song for the troops, as its message resonated with them.
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Video FameThe music video for the song was directed by Jim May, who is an award-winning country music video director.
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