As I look back on the man I've been to you
At times insensitive, at times untrue
Not always the tower of strength
I wished I could be
No, just a fool undeserving of the strong
And silent love you've given me
Just let me stand by you
And walk with you in this your darkest hour
When your only hope deserts you
Let me be the one you turn to
And give me the chance to be
The hero you see in me
Just let me stand by you
Last night I heard you praying in the dark
I kept my eyes closed as you broke my heart
Then I heard you raise your voice to heaven above
How I fought back the tears
When you whispered in my ear
'Goodbye, my love'
Just let me stand by you
And walk with you in this your darkest hour
Take my hand and hold me closer
Lay your cross upon my shoulder
And give me the chance to be
The hero you see in me
Just let me stand by you
Just let me stand by you
And walk with you in this your darkest hour
Take my hand and hold me closer
Lay your cross upon my shoulder
And give me the chance to be
The hero you see in me
Just let me stand by you
