Yebba - Stand (Audio)

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Stand
You are the light of my world,
No need to try so hard.
Dreaming of time on my hands,
Changing the ways I fall.
I want you
But I don’t want your reasons why.
You can’t even look me in my..
I told you.
So don’t you make me say it one more time.
When you went away
Moonlight took the day
Stars and darkness all collided
In the loneliest of space
Will you stand stand stand?
Can you stand the rain?
When summer’s gone and there’s
No use in weighing it out all the time
All in vein
Seeping deeper into blame
When you went away
Moonlight took the day
Stars and darkness all collided
In the loneliest of space
When you went away
My universe divided
All that’s left is the matter of asking myself:
Will you stand?
Or will you falter
Will you lean into the timeless bending,
Never-ending strength in your heart?
Or will you prosper?
Will you recover after all the love you’ve lost & lost again?
Will you stand?
Stand stand stand
Stand stand stand
The universe divided over all of me
And I’ve been looking deep into my soul
Finding my reflection in the mercury
& turning my transgressions into gold.
I knew you would be miles away...
Can you stand the rain?
Can you stand?
Can you stand the pain, pain baby
Can you stand?
When you went to heaven oh I knew you would be miles, oh I knew you would be miles away.
Hey, you couldn’t stay
Now baby, I don’t blame you
I won’t miss you
Too desperately
Can you stand the rain
Even through the pain
When they calling you out your name
Oh, you stand the rain even through the pain
When they call in you out your name
Can you stand the rain?
Make it through all the things they say?
#yebba #dawn #stand

[@herby7519]

I feel like I’ve been eating junk food for so long and someone finally gave me a home cooked meal. Great album Yebba

[@carlosraymundomartinezesq3396]

lo, well said.

[@MIRI_AMMA_HERO_VA]

yeah, Yebba's simply OohZing the Sauce! 🍯💓🎶🐮🍀

[@remoneellerbee4913]

Of ah home cooked meal you were looking for, then now you can now sleep with ease! She delivered and have dessert!

[@adg_87]

Nice analogy. 🙂

[@eatingmyyouthtocasablanca449]

Wow.

[@januarybaby1063]

4 things I know - This is absolute genius -this song is a masterpiece -Yebba needs to sing the next Bond theme song - yebba is a superstar

[@peachmilkshake_]

Omg yes! She is totally giving me Bond theme energy

[@KristinaAinsworthRealtorAustin]

Bond song yessss

[@allab33]

Yebba is that rare artist who sounds absolutely incredible live. Ever since listening to her Tiny Desk concert, this song has been on repeat in my brain. Specifically her LIVE. I find that it surpasses this version by leaps and bounds. Once again, it’s a rare occurrence where an artist sounds phenomenal live.

[@muruabullard2636]

I agree

[@ella2082]

It’s just her vocally ability and agility INSANE. The way she does her runs so fast and the high notes with ease 😩😩😭😭😭 it’s like she not even thinking about, she just does it. Her voice is truly an instrument.

[@hayleya.439]

I'm not going to lie, as she was releasing singles from this album I was like hmmm I dunno, this isn't the Yebba I fell in love with. Nothing so far sounds like My Mind or her insaneee cover of Gravity. Where is the gritty soul? These singles are too smooth, too polished. BUT listening to the whole album today, from top to bottom, I GET IT. Sheesh. It's genius. I was wrong. I get it now.

[@jimmylama88]

Totally - once you see it through the lens of the grief she was experiencing when she wrote it and listen closely to what she’s saying, the smooth and contained singing style is just fitting, showing her vocal prowess. There is more control in her voice too - less belting, more riffs. The soul is there, it just has a new face.

[@chauntinaallen-collin6105]

I love it

[@laurabishop2509]

From someone who's recently lost their mum, this album is literally life. I couldn't count how many times I've been here just today! Absolute solace, expressing the things I can't, so powerful!

[@hayleya.439]

@@laurabishop2509 So sorry for your loss!

[@klove69flava]

That was lovely

[@annemarie6850]

Don't judge me but I love more the tiny desk live version❤️

[@onedropocean]

I am 100% on board and I agree!

[@jni9362]

not sure of you listened to the Tiny Desk version on your headphones but the ending for Stand where they layer the vocals...it goes from center to left to right. A sound engineer in the comments on that video pointed this out and I'm forever grateful to him. Because it makes such a difference. But both still great versions ❤️❤️

[@babalwabooi2736]

saaaaame

[@horakairanginicholas]

The arrangement and vocals on tiny desk are beautiful and insane for a live performance but this version is much more vocally complex and has so many more layers to it that make it such an intricate yet powerful sound - Plus she did her own BV's, and the production quality is top notch

[@chrisanthemum7]

💯

[@yebbitesmith4765]

The intro is such a nostalgic 90’s vibe and the bridge takes me to another world!! Only Queen YEBBA can do this!!

[@asachav8172]

And James Francies (harmony, keyboards, arrangements).

[@yebbitesmith4765]

@@asachav8172 of course! And: Questlove, Pino Palladino, Andrew Wyatt, Smokey Hormel, james poyser, Mark Ronson...

[@asachav8172]

@@yebbitesmith4765 This album is extremely beautiful. The songwriting is. The singing is. We expected something great but this is even greater. Bravo Yebba!!! Many harmonies remind me more of James Francies than any of the above (that you mentioned). Just listen to his piano, keyboards and also to his own songs on Flight and on his last album.

[@rieJW]

This is horribly underrated

[@valerieatanode1361]

Awwww this song is basically “when u went away” with yebba and mark ronson but slower. Love you yebba ❤️❤️

[@rerulagantsetaukobong9065]

I'm so happy she released a longer version even thou it doesn't remotely sound like the "when u went away" version, this one is just as beautiful.

[@gomolemopailane6447]

Turning my transgressions into gold 🙌🏾✨

[@H--B]

if she doesnt win a grammy for this album im done

[@blakrumba]

Best song on the album. Hands down. It actually sounds better on KZbin than Spotify. And I really appreciate her choice to use less accompanying vocalists on her album. Very smart. This song is exactly what she can bring to the music industry that no one else can bring. It's enchanting and it doesn't leave one wanting for more complex thought (in the lyricism that is). It's actually perfection (to me). Nicely done Yebba.

[@dan.lailinh]

very well said! and why this sounds better than on Spotify remains a mystery to me...

[@rachelcoleman5050]

Yebba you put your FOOT in this music okay girl. SO PROUD OF YOU!!

[@conniepatterson5043]

SHE MOST DEF.,KILLED IT, SOOOO NICELY

[@tiffanystaten3911]

This one right heeeeeere!!! It’s the ending for me! 🥵

[@RNLovelyRussell]

Love the tiny desk version way toooo much

[@ElioOdden]

Lyrics : You are the light of my world No need to try so hard Dreaming of time on my hands Changing the ways I fall I want you But I don't want your reasons why You can't even look me in my eye I told you So don't you make me say it one more time When you went away Moonlight took the day Stars and darkness all collided In the loneliest of space Will you stand, stand, stand, stand, stand? Will you stand, stand, stand, stand? Can you stand the rain? When summer's gone and there's no use in Weighing it out all the time, all in vain Seeping deeper into blame When you went away Moonlight took the day Stars and darkness all collided in the loneliest of space When you went away My universe divided All that's left is the matter of asking myself Will you stand, stand, stand? Or will you falter? Will you lean into the timeless bending Never-ending strength in your heart? Or will you prosper? Will you recover after all the love you've lost and lost again? Will you stand, stand, stand, stand? Stand, stand, stand The universe divided over all of me, yeah And I've been looking deep into my soul Finding my reflection in the mercury, mercury

[@katyawalkermusic]

Wtf is this song so underrated??! 😳

[@davidmasters2408]

This woman has one of the the very best and most beautiful voices I’ve ever heard. Good as Adele is, I much prefer Yebba’s voice and she deserves to become at least as successful. Yebba already has some wonderful songs in her repertoire and her debut LP is very strong throughout. My favourite cut is Distance which gave me goosebumps all over when I first heard it. Natural, genuine talent that I hope receives the recognition and rewards that it deserves.

[@TheOneWhoLaughs21]

Yebba got dat adele vibe low key😌

[@angelinebena9675]

I feel so blessed to be able to hear music like this

[@nicolaatkins2348]

Jesus wept, I can't deal. I freaking LOVE the whole album, but this song, every single time I hear it, it makes every little hair on my body stand on end. That's the true power of music. It's so bloody beautiful. I must have listened to it a thousand times now, and I'm still nowhere close to bored of it. Adele is warbling her *constant* way to the top of the charts - I'm sorry, this should totally be in her place.

[@YoungCountryOnline]

Can't believe this much talent came out of West Memphis🔥#HomeTownHero

[@brainbaltazr]

Drizzy put me on Yebba 🔥

[@anelemsimang5692]

What an amazing song❤️🔥🔥 I was lowkey waiting for the "we don't have to run so haaaaaaaaard"😅😅

[@leratorose-marynthabi438]

😂😂😂😂I knew i wasn't alone

[@jasonmedas603]

Me too .... was looking all over for it

[@anelemsimang5692]

lol i'm hacked i have to play the tiny desk version just for that part

[@rydellgarcia]

the tiny desk version is much better idk. YES IM ADDICTED to that part too. gyatdam. that straight note on “haaaaard” no vibratos or riffs is just haaaaard 😂🔥

[@guy-olivierho-van-to562]

omg, she brought Heaven on Earth

[@cristiangomez1307]

MY SONG OF THE YEAR

[@beisembinova]

I start to go crazy when these lines start: The universe defined it over all of me And I’ve been looking deep into my soul…🕊

[@zadeleabc]

I miss the background vocalists from the Tiny Desk concert. I keep doing their parts. (Badly)

[@KurtSingz]

The live version gives that ascending run on the word "collided" that puts my edges on life support

[@gokhantelci]

This song is just an epic guitar solo right from start to the end

[@thebluefastforward]

My God...

[@lvigi2624]

This song is ugh! *chef kiss* The cherry on top was the tiny desk concert version

[@K.estates]

i wish i could like this a 1000 times

[@syckindahead]

I should have listened to this version first. The Tiny Desk version is my jam

[@Lena-h122]

I often wonder how artists write these songs but most of all the lyrics what is the explanation what is the meaning most of all the experience behind it, this is a fantastic song and it fills my heart

[@davetillo7837]

We all got our voices from our mother and father yebba got her voice from the creator in it's self

[@noorieiversen]

Gorgeous song, so beautifully written composed, and not least sung. Yebba's voice takes me out of this world.

[@craigcedras7604]

I've been and I am currently a huge fan of yebbas music. Her music plays everyday in my house. I'd say for the last two years your voice has been in our house every single day. my small kids are growing up with yebba.

[@remoneellerbee4913]

I can now believe I can stand because your soul, breaths threw my core. I’ll never leave you, no matter if you fall to be what society and social media wants. You Abby are beautiful in all your being and you give he she us ground to believe we can. Your pain isn’t yours alone, it’s all you effect.

[@StrutTIGER1870]

The musicality is completely stunning and truly sensational paired with transcendence in presence!

[@MyCanal1]

she is the moment yall... there's a nice path coming towards her.

[@TheDi23]

All I can say is this song is genius 💚

[@JRiles1520]

Certain parts of this song gives me Minnie Riperton vibes. I can’t get enough of it!!!

[@babalwabooi2736]

This song is amazing on the NPR Tiny Desk session

[@barbaraowens2368]

I love this song

[@African.Native.Creative.]

Love her voice!!!

[@itsrissae]

I religiously listen to this album great artistry and voice❤

[@shawnar8092]

That instrument you have is perfection. Congrats on your release!!

[@tiffyhj]

DAaaaaaaaaamn 🤯❤️

[@kropka8259]

Masterpiece.

[@diamondp419]

It's not so much her voice but the words she's saying that is remarkable

[@H--B]

I can’t stop listening to this album. Helping through a hard time

[@manuelcolecchia9808]

I'll always love your writing and melodies

[@MarcoRockinPolo]

what’s not to love about this fucking song. Been stuck on repeat since i found it. The melody, lyrics, composition, vocals etc… GRADE A MUSIC! Yebba’s definitely going places. Her and Adele should collab

[@mallewi]

this is an incredible project. so much went into this. wow.

[@carlosraymundomartinezesq3396]

Tears streaming down my face the first time I heard this.

[@saraguimimi5996]

Woooow, i believe heaven sounds like this ❤

[@renzogonzalo4446]

THISSSS SONG IS EVERYTHING TO MEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

[@jaidabug9460]

I have been playing this song nonstop

[@Kuhka]

Phenomenal.

[@muruabullard2636]

Beautiful voice ❤

[@dablkcarriebradshaw]

This is bad!!!! Go girl! #heavenlyruns

[@Sara-sf2uv]

Went looking for the song on the new Apple Air ad & wound up finding a goddess of music, every song: golden #NewFavoriteArtist

[@oindrillachoudhury2122]

I bought my wedding dress just by listening to this

[@chrisanthemum7]

I hope you're planning to release the live version, or make it available for streaming, or to get on a chart or something because I'm obsessed with it, and as far as I can tell everyone else is obsessed with it and somebody needs to have the ear to the effing ground on the shizz. Back in my day this shit would be on the radio already. It's worth the payola, all day

[@Jorge..Waio.]

Yebba so excited to hear the new album ❤️

[@redraids5394]

She reminds me of Adele here, but much more vocal skilled and exciting.

[@gabrielthemessage333]

This song is pure art.

[@debralynnpaxton5238]

This is one of the Best Artists that I've Ever Heard !

[@sfmmmo7599]

ÉSTE ES UN TEMAZOO 🛐

[@donnalugassy6410]

It reminds me of jazmine sullivan’s silver lining

[@Tytonic]

Yebba is life ❤️

[@chauntinaallen-collin6105]

I love this entire album

[@sybz8379]

I watched a short of you singing Great is Thy Faithfulness and Bridge Over Troubled Waters, I can only say OMG! Your voice is a blessing from God and I am in awe of it! I'm a singer as well, but not as amazing as you! I had a Niece named Abby, who's in Heaven now and she loved to sing as well. Listening to your voice brought chills and tears to my eyes. Made me feel closer to her and to God. I wish nothing, but abundant blessings your way! Much love from NYC!! 🖤🖤🖤

[@LiYanyi]

i feel so blessed

[@bellep9520]

Masterpiece

[@MK-kx5vt]

Amazing song

[@vincenttennell]

The vocal approach to is just masterclass. Top tier. #icons

[@Thepakistaniaspie]

Real music wow

[@aliregan8993]

You have inspired me so much over the years. So glad to hear this album finally come out!

[@raylugar8807]

My New favorite song. So inspirational. Thank you Yebba. Today is my first time hearing you , and you are simply perfect!

[@ohiogrows3668]

Yebba makes me wanna ear 5g of psilocybin, sit in a dark room with a blindfold, and listen to her music the entirety of the trip

[@yasminenoble2117]

Yes I can stand da rain ☔️🔥👏🏾

[@beautiem8267]

She really bled on this one 🥲

[@dreamloops1100]

Thank you Drake

[@mariam1361]

accidentally found this but i’m so glad i did

[@pulgutax]

Loveeee lovee loveeee loveeee this song!!

[@debralynnpaxton5238]

Beautiful!

[@TheOneWhoLaughs21]

Excellent.

[@ybmdraco734]

Yebba★★★★★

[@allanjimenezgonzalez]

Loved it, ur so amazing!!!

[@torianblair3362]

My jam for a morning run 🏃🏾‍♂️

[@abucito206]

Una obra de arte ✨

[@Noodelini]

This is amazing, I've just bought the album

[@wendyraymond1751]

Oooooh absolutely love this beautiful instrumentals beautiful singing thanku so much love and God bless x

[@ebukaohakwe8331]

Amazing😍😍😍 Thank you for this ❤

[@slozern]

this is like some 007 james bond movie soundtrack

[@prx877]

I make a point of learning this song on the piano to try to record a cover, this is absolutely perfect

[@bcora181]

Studio version, live version... My girl could sing the fuckin' phone book (if it still existed!) and it would still sound good!

[@DeAntranice]

Beautiful😩😩✨

[@Rosekushhh]

yebba this is absolutely beautiful,,im blown awayy