"Stand Above Me" is a song by English electronic band Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD), released by Virgin Records as the first single from their ninth album, Liberator (1993) (released a few weeks ahead of the album), and their 26th single overall.
The Huddersfield Daily Examiner named "Stand Above Me" their "Single of the Week", observing "a strong slice of synth-pop with a grinding bass swell".
Features fat, raspy synths, a rollicking beat, and sweet, strong vocal harmonies.
"[3] Music Week scored the single 3/5 but considered it "bland" in comparison to OMD's earlier work.
[4] Everett True of Melody Maker was negative in his review, stating it was "for people who like their pop pre-digested" and asking, "Is it possible to sound any more soulless?