Hold On
SBTRKT Lyrics
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How'd you mean?, What do you mean you're not coming by?
I called you later and you were outside
It always screams screams inside my head
Curtains closed you'd be beside my head
You were always down for it
Get in this getaway and we run from it
Yeah, you were always down for it
Get in this getaway and we run from it
You're giving me the coldest stare
Like you don't even know I'm here
Why don't we turn the leaf? Why don't we turn the
Why don't we turn the leaf? Why don't we turn the
You're giving me the coldest stare
Like you don't even know I'm here
Why don't we turn the leaf? Why don't we turn the
Why don't we turn the leaf? Why don't we turn the
What you've done, what you've done you can't keep inside
By the end of the night I'll help you confide
'Cause I can see, see your sad self
'Cause I can see you're not being yourself
'Cause usually you're down for it
Can't hold back a smile when you try for it
Yeah, cause usually you're down for it
Can't hold back a smile when you try for it
You're giving me the coldest stare
Like you don't even know I'm here
Why don't you let me sing? Why don't you let me
Why don't you let me sing? Why don't you let me
You're giving me the coldest stare
Like you don't even know I'm here
Why don't you let me sing? Why don't you let me
Why don't you let me sing? Why don't you let me
Whatever done, However bad, Hold on hold on hold on
Whatever done, However bad, Hold on hold on hold on
Whatever it is, However bad, Hold on hold on hold on
Hold on hold on hold on, hold on hold on hold on
Why don't
we turn the leaf? Why don't we let go of the past and start anew? The singer of the song is trying to reconcile with someone who has been giving them the cold shoulder. They had made plans to hang out, but the other person didn't show up. The singer is frustrated and confused about why they're being ignored, and wonders if there's something they've done wrong. However, they still care about this person and want to help them through whatever they're going through. The line "What you've done, what you've done you can't keep inside / By the end of the night I'll help you confide" shows that the singer is willing to listen and support the other person.
The theme of the song seems to be about perseverance and holding on, even when things get tough. The lines "Whatever done, However bad, Hold on hold on hold on" are repeated throughout the song, as if the singer is trying to convince both themselves and the other person to push through their difficulties. It's possible that the other person is dealing with some kind of mental health issue, as the line "Cause I can see, see your sad self / 'Cause I can see you're not being yourself" suggests. The singer is trying to be there for them and encourage them to keep going.
Overall, the lyrics of "Hold On" are poignant and heartfelt, exploring the complex emotions that come with trying to support someone who is struggling. The song's upbeat tempo and electronic beats provide a sense of hope and determination, even in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
How'd you mean?, What do you mean you're not coming by?
The singer is confused and wondering why the person they called earlier said they weren't coming over.
I called you later and you were outside
Despite saying they weren't coming over, the person the singer called was outside.
It always screams screams inside my head
The singer is constantly overwhelmed by inner thoughts that scream at them.
Curtains closed you'd be beside my head
The artist imagines the person they are singing to being right next to them with the curtains closed.
You were always down for it
The person the artist is addressing has always been up for whatever plans they have in mind.
Get in this getaway and we run from it
The singer is suggesting to the person they are singing to that they go somewhere to escape their problems.
You're giving me the coldest stare
The person the singer is addressing is looking at them in a very cold, distant manner.
Like you don't even know I'm here
The person the artist is addressing seems to be ignoring them altogether.
Why don't we turn the leaf? Why don't we turn the
The artist is trying to suggest to the person they are addressing that they should turn over a new leaf.
What you've done, what you've done you can't keep inside
The artist is telling the person they are addressing that they can't keep their actions to themselves.
By the end of the night I'll help you confide
The singer is promising the person they are addressing that by the end of the night, they will have helped them open up.
'Cause I can see, see your sad self
The artist is revealing that they can see that the person they are addressing is feeling sad.
'Cause I can see you're not being yourself
The singer is telling the person they are addressing that they are not acting like their true self.
Can't hold back a smile when you try for it
The person the singer is addressing usually can't help but smile when they try to be themselves.
Why don't you let me sing? Why don't you let me
The singer is asking the person they are addressing why they won't let them sing.
Whatever done, However bad, Hold on hold on hold on
The artist is encouraging the person they are addressing to hold on and stay strong no matter what has happened or how bad it may be.
Whatever it is, However bad, Hold on hold on hold on
The artist is reminding the person they are addressing to keep holding on no matter how difficult the situation may seem.
Hold on hold on hold on, hold on hold on hold on
The singer repeats their message of encouragement to hold on.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: SAMPHA SISAY, TIMMAZ ZOLLEYN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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[Verse 1: Sampha]
How'd you mean?, What do you mean you're not coming by?
I called you later and you were outside
It always screams screams inside my head
Curtains closed you'd be beside my head
You were always down for it
Get in this getaway and we run from it
Yeah, you were always down for it
Get in this getaway and we run from it
[Hook: Sampha]
You're giving me the coldest stare
Like you don't even know I'm here
Why don't we turn the leaf? Why don't we turn the
Why don't we turn the leaf? Why don't we turn the
You're giving me the coldest stare
Like you don't even know I'm here
Why don't we turn the leaf? Why don't we turn the
Why don't we turn the leaf? Why don't we turn the
[Verse 2: Sampha]
What you've done, what you've done you can't keep inside
By the end of the night I'll help you confide
Cause I can see, see your sad self
Cause I can see you're not being yourself
Cause usually you're down for it
Can't hold back a smile when you try for it
Yeah, cause usually you're down for it
Can't hold back a smile when you try for it
[Hook: Sampha]
You're giving me the coldest stare
Like you don't even know I'm here
Why don't you let me sing? Why don't you let me
Why don't you let me sing? Why don't you let me
You're giving me the coldest stare
Like you don't even know I'm here
Why don't you let me sing? Why don't you let me
Why don't you let me sing? Why don't you let me
Whatever done, However bad, Hold on hold on hold on
Whatever done, However bad, Hold on hold on hold on
Whatever it is, However bad, Hold on hold on hold on
Hold on hold on hold on, hold on hold on hold on
[Outro: Sampha]
Why don't...
Why don't...
Why don't...
@kyj001210
//개인 저장용
[Intro: Sampha]
Oh Oh, Oh Oh, Oh Oh
Oh Oh, Oh, Oh
[Verse 1: Sampha]
How'd you mean?, What do you mean you're not coming by?
I called you later and you were outside
It always screams screams inside my head
Curtains closed you'd be beside my head
You were always down for it
Get in this getaway and we run from it
Yeah, you were always down for it
Get in this getaway and we run from it
[Hook: Sampha]
You're giving me the coldest stare
Like you don't even know I'm here
Why don't we turn the leaf? Why don't we turn the
Why don't we turn the leaf? Why don't we turn the
You're giving me the coldest stare
Like you don't even know I'm here
Why don't we turn the leaf? Why don't we turn the
Why don't we turn the leaf? Why don't we turn the
[Verse 2: Sampha]
What you've done, what you've done you can't keep inside
By the end of the night I'll help you confide
Cause I can see, see your sad self
Cause I can see you're not being yourself
Cause usually you're down for it
Can't hold back a smile when you try for it
Yeah, cause usually you're down for it
Can't hold back a smile when you try for it
[Hook: Sampha]
You're giving me the coldest stare
Like you don't even know I'm here
Why don't you let me sing? Why don't you let me
Why don't you let me sing? Why don't you let me
You're giving me the coldest stare
Like you don't even know I'm here
Why don't you let me sing? Why don't you let me
Why don't you let me sing? Why don't you let me
Whatever done, However bad, Hold on hold on hold on
Whatever done, However bad, Hold on hold on hold on
Whatever it is, However bad, Hold on hold on hold on
Hold on hold on hold on, hold on hold on hold on
[Outro: Sampha]
Why don't...
Why don't...
Why don't...
@nicolediaz9286
Cómo dices?
¿Qué dices, que no vas a pasar por aquí?
Te llamé más tarde y estabas fuera
Siempre grita, grita dentro de mi cabeza
Las cortinas cerradas deberías estar poniendo tu cabeza a mi lado
Siempre estabas deprimida por eso
Entra en esta forma de apartarte y huye de eso
Sí, siempre estabas deprimida por eso
Entra en esta forma de apartarte y huye de mi
Me das la más fría mirada,
Al igual que ni siquiera sabes que estoy aquí,
¿Por qué no damos vuelta a la hoja? ¿Por qué no damos vuelta a la…?
¿Por qué no damos vuelta a la hoja? ¿Por qué no damos vuelta a la…? [x2]
Lo que has hecho, lo que has hecho no se puede mantener dentro
Al final de la noche te ayudaré a confiar
Porque puedo ver, ver cómo te pones triste tu misma
Porque puedo ver que no estás siendo tú misma
Porque por lo general estás deprimida por esto
No puedo regresarte una sonrisa cuando lo intentas siquiera
Sí, porque por lo general estás deprimida por esto
No puedo regresarte una sonrisa cuando lo intentas siquiera
Me estás dando la más fría mirada,
Al igual que usted ni siquiera sabe que estoy aquí,
¿Por qué no me dejas cantar? ¿Por qué no me dejas
¿Por qué no me dejas cantar? ¿Por qué no me dejas x2
Lo que sea que hayas hecho, por malo que sea Mantenido en suspenso en espera de
Lo que sea que hayas hecho, por malo que sea Mantenido en suspenso en espera de
Sea lo que sea, por más malo
Mantenido en suspenso en espera de
Mantenido en suspenso en espera, en espera, en espera de…
¿Por qué no? ... [x4]
@sarahl9398
Oh man...this takes me back to my early twenties.
Sbtrkt, Toro Y Moi, Little Dragon, Chet Faker, Disclosure, all that jazz. Love that early 2010s sound.
@adansolis123
Same here man. The early 2010's had some great music.
@johnallen6593
Same
@polostackin5051
Yes!!!
@Seedr0
2012 was the end of the world
this is purgatory
@Trickshotfame
listened to this when I had severe depression.. I don't know, it really captured my emotions, the tune and everything. Just made me feeeeel better?
@dumbassveloceraptor5341
Same.
@scruffyjay4283
same bro
@lucas27rose
same
@Trickshotfame
still does, really.. never knew other people felt the same