There’s something magical about the innocence of children carrying the weight of a timeless message through music. The One Voice Children’s Choir captured that magic beautifully with their heartfelt rendition of The Pretenders’ classic “I’ll Stand By You.” Since its creation in 2001, the choir has been a symbol of love, unity, and inspiration.
Founded by Masa Fukuda after he composed “It Just Takes Love” for the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, the choir has continued to use its platform to share hope and encouragement. Their performance of “I’ll Stand By You” reflects the song’s spirit of loyalty and compassion—a promise to remain steadfast through life’s hardships.
Originally released in 1994, the ballad touched millions with its message of unconditional love. Hearing it brought to life again by the clear, powerful voices of children makes it all the more moving. Their pure harmonies breathe fresh emotion into the lyrics, wrapping listeners in comfort and reminding them that no one has to face struggles alone.