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Stand By Me

Ben E. King

1961

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About The Song

Reached #4 on the Hot 100, Charted for 35 weeks.

Peak Chart Position#4
Year1961

Overview

Why This Song Matters

Stand By Me became a nationally visible song, reaching #4 on the Hot 100. It stayed in circulation for 35 chart weeks.

Overview

The Year

Year
1961
Hot 100
#4
Chart Run
35 weeks

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