Girls Aloud to Release 'Sarah's Version' Tribute Single

Girls Aloud is releasing a new version of their 2004 hit single 'I'll Stand By You' with lead vocals by their late member Sarah Harding, to commemorate the 20th anniversary of its original release. This new version, titled 'I'll Stand By You – Sarah’s Version', was made possible through the discovery of Sarah's vocals from the band's archives during preparations for their recent tour. The song will be released as a charity single for BBC Children in Need on November 15, 2024, with proceeds supporting various projects for children in need across the UK. The release is seen as a beautiful tribute to Harding, who passed away from breast cancer in 2021. Fans have expressed emotional reactions to the track, which premiered on BBC Radio 2, with many highlighting the poignancy of Harding's voice leading the song. Nadine Coyle of Girls Aloud has described the release as a special celebration of both Sarah Harding's legacy and the band's long-standing involvement with Children in Need.