Discover the story of the song > Stand Up – In the Valley Below

The protagonist is being told to stand up and hold their head high, even though they may be facing challenges. They are encouraged to look up and keep going for the sake of money. The protagonist is reminded of a legend who lives in their head and they say goodbye to their mother who is no longer around. The chorus reflects on the idea of the protagonist trying to find their true identity and be free from the chains and love that hold them back. In the second verse, the protagonist is told to stand up again and hold their head high. They are encouraged to fight and even if they hit someone, that person will be alright. The protagonist is then reminded that the person who supports them is only a pest and they confess their feelings over a bridge. The chorus repeats the same idea of finding one's true self and being free. The bridge emphasizes that the only person who has power over the protagonist can bring them down and the sound is amplified by water. The final chorus repeats the same idea of finding one's true self and being free. The song ends with a reminder for the protagonist to stand up.