The song incorporates themes of hope and perseverance, even using Harriet Tubman's reported last words: "I go to prepare a place for you". Critical Acclaim and Recognition
Watch Cynthia Erivo's powerful live and recorded performances of this award-nominated anthem: The song incorporates themes of hope and perseverance,
Having played the role of Harriet, Erivo felt she could truly embody the song, drawing from her experience portraying the physical and emotional toll of Tubman's journey. Beyond the film, "Stand Up" has been embraced
Erivo was inspired to work with Campbell after seeing his viral performance of "Sing Out, March On" at Harvard. Beyond the film
Beyond the film, "Stand Up" has been embraced as a modern protest song and a call to action for social justice and equality.
After completing production on Harriet , Cynthia Erivo collaborated with songwriter Joshuah Brian Campbell to write a song specifically for the film's end credits.