is the emotional, gospel-tinged anthem for the film Harriet , written and performed by Cynthia Erivo , who stars as the legendary abolitionist Harriet Tubman. The song serves as a powerful tribute to Tubman’s legacy of courage and her tireless fight for freedom. The Creation of an Anthem
Erivo received rare dual Academy Award nominations for Best Actress and Best Original Song for the same film. is the emotional, gospel-tinged anthem for the film
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. Having played the role of Harriet, Erivo felt
The song quickly became a standout of the film’s soundtrack, earning Erivo significant recognition in both the acting and music worlds. After completing production on Harriet , Cynthia Erivo
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.
Watch Cynthia Erivo's powerful live and recorded performances of this award-nominated anthem: