Standing Here Lyrics

Lyric discussion by jimshoez 

Cover art for Standing Here lyrics by Stone Roses, The

The guitar intro is the same (very similar) guitar intro as the rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar. Galilee (where JC was from) is 100 miles from Jerusalem where he was crucified. Therefor, using what was given to us: this song is about the resurrection, but twisted to also be about unrequited love. Pretty damn brilliant and hauntingly beautiful. One of the Roses best, no doubt. JC was crucified on a hilltop, he can see-the-light surrounding...

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