Stand By Love

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About Stand By Love

"Stand By Love" is a 1991 song by the Scottish rock band Simple Minds. It was the third single to be taken from their ninth studio album Real Life. The song was written by bandmembers Charlie Burchill and Jim Kerr and was produced by Stephen Lipson. The single peaked at #13 in the UK.


Year:
1991
4:03
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You know my heart beats rhythm and my dreams still take me higher
I've travelled round the world but they can't cure my desire

The city looks pretty tonight
Hold on now let's go till morning

Get up on love and stand by me
Stand by love, stand by me

I'm a shell shocked lover, under cover that's my game
I'm your long lost brother, little sister what's your name

I feel so alone
I'm stranded and so far from home I'm calling
Get up on love and stand by me
Stand by love, and stand by me
Stand by love

Love - stand by love stand by me
Stand by love stand by me

Give me one good reason why you don't come play with fire
'Cause when the earth starts moving you know I'm no liar

The city looks pretty tonight
Oh hold on now let's go till morning

Get up on love and stand by me
Stand by love, and stand by me
Stand by love stand by

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Stand by love stand by me
Stand by love stand by me
Stand by love stand by me
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Stand by me

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Simple Minds

Simple Minds are a Scottish rock band who achieved worldwide popularity from the mid-1980s to the early 1990s. Although experiencing significant personnel changes, it has continued to tour to a cult following through that decade and into the new millennium. more »

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Written by: JAMES KERR, CHARLES BURCHILL

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10 facts about this song

Release Information
"Stand By Love" is a song by the Scottish rock band Simple Minds, which was released as a single in 1991.
Album Association
The song belongs to the band's ninth studio album, "Real Life."
Chart Performance
The song was a commercial success and made it to the top 20 in the UK Singles Chart, peaking at #13.
Songwriters
"Stand By Love" was written by Simple Minds members Jim Kerr and Charlie Burchill.
Music Video
The song is also known for its music video, which features the band performing amid a surreal, dreamlike setting full of vibrant colors.
Song Style
Placed within Simple Minds' signature synth-driven rock style, "Stand By Love" features soaring vocals, danceable beats, and uplifting lyrics, providing an intense sonic and emotional experience.
Noted Lyrics
The song's refrain, "Stand by love, Stand by love", is implicative of a classic rock-n-roll love song.
Producer
The song was produced by Stephen Lipson, known for his work with artists like Grace Jones and Frankie Goes to Hollywood.
Inspiration
While it's not explicitly stated, many fans believe "Stand By Love" is a song about enduring love and commitment, providing support for one’s partner in both good and bad times.
Live Performances
In the 1991 live performances, the song was often performed as part of the encore, showcasing its popularity and the band's connection with its audience.

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