'I'll Stand By You' Josh Groban Duet With Helene Fischer - Staff Picks

You may want to be sitting rather than standing while watching this stunning “I'll Stand By You” Josh Groban duet with Helene Fischer. It’s so stirring it’ll make your knees go weak.

There’s just something about the way artists as talented as Josh and Helene caress the meaning of a song that makes it pure magic to behold. Josh, one of the most successful recording artists of his generation is joined in this intimate video by Helene, a German singer, dancer, entertainer, television presenter, and actress, and winner of 17 Echo awards. Their voices compliment each other perfectly in temperament and tone. Together they deliver powerful lyrics with passion:

"When the night falls on you, you don't know what to do
Nothing you confess could make me love you less"

And, it’s evident the two intend for you to not only enjoy the song...but to experience it fully. Standing at the crossroads, the song says, “let me come along,” and “take me into your darkest hour.” All the while, reminding the listener, “I’ll stand by you.”

It’s a timely and powerful message that none of us are alone, or on our own. “I’ll Stand by You” was written by Chrissie Hynde of The Pretenders in partnership with songwriters Tom Kelly and Billy Steinberg. The ardent ballad pledges faithfulness through the darkest struggles. And it’s a fitting song choice as humans worldwide wrestle to stand firm in faith and hope that we can overcome together.

Their gorgeous duet is part of the collection on Josh’s 2021 album Harmony, along with classics such as “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face,” and “I Can See Clearly Now.” Beyond his many inspirational songs, such as the beloved "You Raise Me Up,” and his A-list celebrity collabs, Josh also founded Find Your Light Foundation, to support children’s artistic, cultural, and educational aspirations. With a heart to inspire positivity through the global pandemic, Josh is now offering YouTube screenings of his concerts to raise money for coronavirus-related charities.

And although Josh performs “I’ll Stand By You” with colleague Helene, he currently romantically stands by his love, Schuyler Helford. Schuyler is a Bard College graduate who acted in Anger Management, The Middle, and Haunt. She has also assistant-directed on Broadway. Why not send this video to someone you love? It’s a great way to let them know: “I’ll stand by you.”

"When you pass through the waters, I will be with you…” Isaiah 43:2