Who cares how long you plan to live
It’s in His hands, it’s all been heard
If you can’t love or you can’t give
He has a plan and it’s in His Word

Fear God and keep His commands
For this is the whole duty of man
So take His nail-scarred hand
and soon you'ill understand

But take heed if you stand lest you fall
Take His hand and heed His call
It rarely works out like we plan
So build’ bridges instead of walls

Now here's the crux of the matter
Pride goes before a fall
There’s nothin’ sadder than
Climbin’ a ladder that’s leanin’
Against the wrong wall

If your ship has come in
and your flag's flyin' high
Don't slip into sin
Don't be full of pride

Take heed if you stand lest you fall
Take His hand and heed His call
It rarely works out just like we plan
So build’ bridges instead of walls

Now here's the crux of the matter
Pride goes before a fall
There’s nothin’ sadder than
Climbin’ a ladder that’s leanin’
Against the wrong wall

If you’re up against the wall
Take heed if you stand lest you fall
Humble yourself and pray
And obey the Spirit’s call

Take heed if you stand lest you fall
Take His hand and heed His call
And build bridges instead of walls
Bridges instead of walls

Male baritone backed by female alto vocals
If your ship has come in
and your flag's flyin' high
Don't slip into sin
Don't be full of pride

Take heed if you stand lest you fall
Take His hand and heed His call
It rarely works out just like we plan
So build’ bridges instead of walls

Now here's the crux of the matter
Pride goes before a fall
There’s nothin’ sadder than
Climbin’ a ladder that’s leanin’
Against the wrong wall

Just make sure your heart is pure
He’ll try to lure you into his web
Don’t forget what His Word says
Stay humble and you'll be blessed

Male baritone backed by female alto vocals
Cuz pride goes before a fall
Pride goes before a fall
Pride goes before a fall 

Pride Goes Before a Fall

Songwriter. Storyteller. Sound pioneer, Stan Countz is a genre-bending songwriter with over 300 original songs under his belt — a true craftsman of lyric and melody. From his debut track “Those Hap Happy Days” in 2005, a nostalgic tribute to the golden era of the ’50s and ’60s, Stan has built a musical legacy rooted in meaning, melody, and message.

Writing under the moniker Stan and Be Counted, he stands tall in the world of music as both a creator and a voice of purpose. His catalog spans a kaleidoscope of genres — from contemporary Christian rock and gospel to EDM, country pop, blues, R&B, hip hop, folk, and beyond. Each song is a reflection of his passion for storytelling and his desire to uplift, challenge, and connect.

Whether crafting soul-stirring love ballads, foot-tapping jingles, or heart-pounding hard rock anthems, Stan brings a rare blend of versatility, depth, and soul to every track. He doesn't just write songs — he writes moments you can feel.

Stan Countz is more than an artist — he’s a movement. A call to stand... and be counted. He is a prolific lyricist and lives in Denison, Texas with his artist/photographer wife. 

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