Stand Up for Love
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Released | September 27, 2005 | |||
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Length | 4:46 | |||
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"Stand Up For Love" on YouTube |
"Stand Up for Love" is a song recorded by American group
Upon its release, "Stand Up for Love" received negative reviews from music critics, who criticized its composition and inclusion on #1's. Initially, the song was the group's only single not to enter any record charts; however, it peaked at number 37 in South Korea in 2014. The accompanying music video for the song, directed by Matthew Rolston, featured the trio singing the song, both individually and together. "Stand Up for Love" was performed live by Destiny's Child in November 2005 at the Jimmy Kimmel Live! show and on World Children's Day at the Ronald McDonald House in Los Angeles. Several South Korean groups and singers have covered the song.
Writing and production
Canadian musician David Foster was inspired to write "Stand Up for Love" for poverty-stricken children and families which receive funds from charitable organization.[1] Destiny's Child lead singer Beyoncé acknowledged that they wanted to record the song for the people who help impoverished families.[1] She furthered by saying: "The kids we've met have no idea how much they've given us. We wanted to record this song for them, in hopes that people would hear their voice through ours."[2] Michelle Williams explained the song was her "favorite" and went on to describe it as "one of the best songs that we've done collectively", emphasizing the vocal performance.[3]
"Stand Up for Love" was composed and arranged by Foster, who also served as its co-writer along with his daughter Amy Foster-Gillies. Foster produced the song with
Music and lyrics
"Stand Up for Love" is a
Release and promotion
"Stand Up for Love" was released as the
In August 2007, the
Critical reception
"Stand Up for Love" received negative reviews from most
Jim Kiest from the
Accolades
Year | Award | Category | Result | Ref. |
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2006 | NAACP Image Award
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Outstanding Music Video | Nominated | |
2006 | MTV Video Music Award Japan | Best R&B Video | Nominated |
Music video
The accompanying
Live performances
Destiny's Child performed "Stand Up for Love" for the first time on November 15, 2005, along with "Survivor", on the show Jimmy Kimmel Live!. It marked the group's final televised performance before their disbandment.[28][29] The same day, they performed the song at Ronald McDonald House Charities in Los Angeles for World Children's Day.[2]
Cover versions
On December 29, 2008,
Formats and track listings
Promotional maxi CD single[35]
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7-inch vinyl[36]
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Credits and personnel
Credits are adapted from the liner notes of the album #1's.[4]
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Charts
Weekly charts
Chart (2014) | Peak position |
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South Korea International (Circle)[37] | 37 |
Release history
Region | Date | Format(s) | Label(s) | Ref. |
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United Kingdom | September 27, 2005 | 7-inch vinyl | Columbia | |
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Rhythmic contemporary radio
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October 3, 2005 | Gospel radio | [40] | ||
October 4, 2005 | Contemporary hit radio | |||
United Kingdom | December 31, 2005 | Digital download (EP) | Columbia | |
Canada | March 17, 2006 | Digital download | Sony BMG |
References
- ^ McDonald's Corporation. September 27, 2005. Archived from the originalon February 15, 2009. Retrieved July 30, 2014.
- ^ a b "For The Record: Quick News On Jennifer Hudson, Beyonce, Ciara, Paula Abdul, Coldplay, Mr. T & More". MTV News. MTV News. Viacom Media Networks. November 16, 2005. Retrieved June 6, 2011.
- ^ Buss, Bryan (February 13, 2006). "Michelle Williams of Destiny's Child". Out. Here Media. Retrieved June 30, 2014.
- ^ a b #1's (CD liner). Destiny's Child. Columbia Records. 2005. p. 3.
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- ^ a b Mckinlay, Fiona (October 24, 2005). "Destiny's Child – #1s - Album Reviews". musicOMH. Retrieved July 30, 2014.
- ^ "Destiny's Child - Stand Up for Love Sheet Music". Musicnotes.com. Peer International Corporation. Retrieved June 6, 2011.
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- ^ a b c "Available for Airplay". FMQB. Archived from the original on September 1, 2009. Retrieved June 6, 2011.
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- ^ Cinquemani, Sal (November 2, 2005). "Destiny's Child: #1's". Slant Magazine. Retrieved July 30, 2014.
- ^ Emmy.com. January 12, 2005. Retrieved July 30, 2014.
- ^ a b "MTV Video Music Awards Japan 2006 - Best R&B Video" (in Japanese). MTV Japan. Viacom Media Networks. Archived from the original on October 6, 2013. Retrieved July 30, 2014.
- ^ Destiny's Child (2005). Stand Up For Love (2005 World Children's Day Anthem) (video). Sony BMG/Columbia Records. Event occurs at 4:28. Retrieved July 22, 2014.
- ^ "Destiny's Child › Music Videos › Stand Up For Love (2005 World Children's Day Anthem)". MTV UK. Viacom Media Networks. Retrieved July 30, 2014.
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- ^ Justin, Neal (November 12, 2006). "'Jimmy Kimmel Live' has become a family affair". PopMatters. Retrieved June 6, 2011.
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- ^ "[SBS 가요대전] 2008년 빛낸 스타들, 'S'로 대미 장식했다". No Cut News (in Korean). 30 December 2008. Archived from the original on 19 October 2018. Retrieved 30 December 2021.
- ^ "소녀시대 원더걸스 다비치, 첫 합동 무대…'소녀'에서 '디바'로 깜짝 변신". EDaily. 2008-12-29.
- ^ "Block B & Rania couple up for MBC's "Shimshimtapa"". Allkpop. 6Theory Media. June 5, 2011. Retrieved July 30, 2014.
- ^ "GI's Aram beautifully covers Destiny Child's "Stand Up For Love"". Allkpop. 6Theory Media. April 30, 2013. Retrieved July 30, 2014.
- ^ Ungphakorn, Pim (June 27, 2014). "Redefining beauty". Bangkok Post. Post Publishing Public Co. Ltd. Retrieved July 30, 2014.
- ^ Stand Up for Love (CD-maxi liner notes). Destiny's Child. Columbia Records. 2005.
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- ^ "Going for Adds | Gospel" (PDF). Radio & Records. No. 1626. September 30, 2005. Retrieved April 15, 2024.
- ^ "Stand Up for Love (2005 World Children's Day Anthem) – EP by Destiny's Child". United Kingdom: Apple Music. December 31, 2005. Retrieved April 3, 2022.
- ^ "Stand Up for Love (2005 World Children's Day Anthem) [Radio Edit] – Single by Destiny's Child". Canada: Apple Music. March 17, 2006. Retrieved July 31, 2014.