Stand by Me was inspired and based on a spiritual gospel titled Lord Stand by Me. It was written by Ben E. King along with the famous songwriters Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller. Ben E. King originally did not intend to record it himself, but after a recording session for another song, he presented Stand by Me to the producers, who decided to record it. The song gained massive popularity and acclaim over the years, being covered by many artists and ... See more [+] featured in movie soundtracks.
Key: G
Introduction:
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When the night has come and the land is dark
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And the moon is the only light we'll see
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No I won't be afraid, no I, I won't be afraid
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Just as long as you stand, stand by me
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And darling, darling, stand by me
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Oh nah, nah, stand by me
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Stand by me, stand by me
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If the sky that we look upon should tumble and fall
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and the mountains should crumble to the sea
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I won't cry. I won't cry, no I, I won't shed a tear
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Just as long as you stand, stand by me
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And darling, darling, stand by me
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Oh nah, nah, stand by me
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Stand by me, stand by me, stand by me-ee yeah
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Whenever you're in trouble won't you stand by me
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Oh nah, nah, stand by me
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Oh, stand by me, stand by me, stand by me
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Darling, darling, stand by me - hee
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Stand by me
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Oh, stand by me, stand by me, stand by me - hee, hee