I'm Still Standing - Janis Ian (by Tony King)

"I'm Still Standing" by Janis Ian. Listen here: ffm.to/janisian-imstillstandi...
Tony King was a big part of my Better Times Project (bettertimeswillcome.com). When I asked a few friends if they had time to help with a video, he immediately sent this. I love the inclusiveness of it, and the message he sends with the visuals. The only thing he asked in return was that I share the tip jar link for his group, Beautifully Mad, since that’s how they’ve been surviving Covid. tinyurl.com/BeautifullyMad
LYRICS:
See these lines on my face?
They’re a map of where I’ve been
And the deeper they are traced,
the deeper life has settled in
How do we survive living out our lives?
And I would not trade a line
Make it smooth and fine
or pretend that time stands still
I want to rest my soul
here where it can grow without fear
Another line, another year
I’m still standing here
See these marks on my skin?
They are the lyric of my life
Every story I begin
just means another end’s in sight
Only lovers understand
Skin just covers who I am
CHORUS
See these bruises, see these scars?
Hieroglyphs that tell the tale
You can read them in the dark
through your fingertips, like Braille
And I would not trade a line
Make it smooth and fine
or pretend that time stands still
I plan to rest my soul
here where it can grow without fear
Another line, another year
I’m still standing here
I’m still standing here
I’m still standing here
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Subscribe to this channel: smarturl.it/JanisSub
Check out janisian.com and thepearlfoundation.com
Janis Ian on iTunes: www.smarturl.it/JanisIan

[@beautifullymad]

This song is amazing. Grammy material. The whole album is incredible! Thank you Janis. I'm so glad you are still standing and setting the highest bar for songwriters.

[@merklingassoc]

WOW, Just love her. If u haven't read her book Society's Child, do, it is a fabulous story of her life, experiences, struggles and most importantly her strength, perseverance, courage and positivity. I've love her music since the 60's and was so thrilled to see her perform in Santa Cruz, CA. It was such a joy to hear her live. She's one of the few great storytellers still living and performing. Thank u Janis for all the joy and stories you've blessed us with all these years. ❤️❤️❤️

[@arliaderuiter1469]

🙏Goodmorning Janis.Way back i was at a few concerts in Holland when Brother James was joining the band. Since than i always dreamt playing a concert with you and the Metropole Orkest but i retired the orchestra so...it will stay a dream.Thanks for your beautiful music.It helped me in lonely times.Arlia🙏

[@sharonvyse330]

Absolutely love the album and this song. You are a treasure!🇨🇦

[@susieterry9099]

Oh jeeze - got my eyes all leaky! I love this song - thank you Janis Ian!

[@j3nny3lf]

Thank you, Janis. You are still singing the soundtrack to my life.

[@coreenkindred]

You have inspired this grandmother of 20. Thank you. Friend of Ian in Vegas

[@jeanp.1303]

Love the composition of this video. Compliments the music and vocals without any distraction from either. Beautifully done! .. Nameste

[@debbieepstein1205]

Beautiful and moving. Thank you, Janis.

[@catherinetiernan5888]

Beautiful,strong and true.

[@justdar]

sensational!

[@AbbieOates]

Thank you, Janis, this is beautiful.

[@carolineschaillee3180]

Great song you composed, Janis . I play it often , like a meditation and proclamation I can embrace in community with all who resonate with this . (Nice video, Tony).

[@Lori-1492]

I love your voice, your songs are beautiful.

[@darlenevendegna2001]

SUCH a great video to go with your spectacular grammy nominated album

[@coreenkindred]

I love this song and your voice 🙏🏻

[@zoecunningham3019]

Magnificent in each aspect.

[@jonathaneffemey4892]

Thanks for posting.

[@rutanyaalda2222]

fabulous janis

[@howieduwit2551]

My buddy, Jim Brock just turned me unto you. Great recommendation!

[@tammykimble7249]

Even our little Tony in jail lost his mama believes in mother earth and the tree

[@user-sj6uq4vc6n]

私はもっと早くにあなたの歌にであわなければならなかった。。