Hold The Line
-toto Lyrics
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It's not in the way you say you care
It's not in the way you've been treating my friends
It's not in the way that you stayed 'till the end
It's not in the way you look or the things that you say that you'll do
Hold the line, love isn't always on time, woah woah woah
Hold the line, love isn't always on time, woah woah woah
It's not in the words that you told me, girl
It's not in the way you say you're mine, ooh
It's not in the way that you came back to me
It's not in the way that your love set me free
It's not in the way you look or the things that you say that you'll do
Hold the line, love isn't always on time, woah woah woah
Hold the line, love isn't always on time, woah woah woah
It's not in the words that you told me
It's not in the way you say you're mine, ooh
It's not in the way that you came back to me
It's not in the way that your love set me free
It's not in the way you look or the things that you say that you'll do
Hold the line, love isn't always on time, woah woah woah
Hold the line, love isn't always on time
Love isn't always on time
Hold the line, love isn't always on time
Love isn't always, love isn't always on time
Hold the line, love isn't always on time
Love isn't always on time
Love isn't always on time
Love isn't always on time
Woah woah woah
In Toto's song Hold the Line, the lyrics convey the idea that love is not always predictable. It is not just about the way that someone holds or cares for another person or even the way they treat their friends, but rather an intangible feeling or connection that cannot be fully explained. The chorus of the song, "Hold the line, love isn't always on time," reinforces this idea that love can come unexpectedly and sometimes requires patience and perseverance.
The verses of the song focus on various aspects of a relationship that are not necessarily indicative of the love between two people. It is not about the words or declarations of love, but rather the actions and the way that someone's love makes the other person feel. The line, "It's not in the way that your love set me free," suggests that love can also be restraining, but ultimately it is worth it because of the deep emotional connection that it brings.
Overall, the song suggests that love is not a straightforward thing and can bring unexpected twists and turns. However, if you hold on and have faith, things will ultimately work out in the end.
Line by Line Meaning
It's not in the way that you hold me
The physical act of holding me does not necessarily indicate your love
It's not in the way you say you care
Merely verbal expressions of affection may not be enough to prove your love
It's not in the way you've been treating my friends
Your behavior towards my friends does not reflect your love towards me
It's not in the way that you stayed 'till the end
Merely staying until the end of the day or the end of the relationship does not show enough commitment to love
It's not in the way you look or the things that you say that you'll do
Outward appearances and promises are not enough to prove your love
Hold the line, love isn't always on time, woah woah woah
Hang on and be patient because love doesn't always happen when we want it to
It's not in the words that you told me, girl
Just saying the right words alone does not prove your love
It's not in the way you say you're mine, ooh
Mere ownership labels like 'you are mine' do not prove your love
It's not in the way that you came back to me
Merely returning back to my life does not demonstrate your love
It's not in the way that your love set me free
Freedom does not prove love, it's a basic human right
Hold the line, love isn't always on time
Hang on and be patient because love doesn't always happen when we want it to
Love isn't always on time
Love cannot be controlled or scheduled
Love isn't always, love isn't always on time
Love doesn't always happen when we want it to, but it's worth waiting for
Love isn't always on time
Love cannot be controlled or scheduled
Love isn't always on time
Love cannot be controlled or scheduled
Woah woah woah
An expression of the artist's emotion and emphasis on the theme of love and patience
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: David Paich
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Robin
Thank you Lord for exposing the evil. Grant courage to parents to protect their children, grant the gospel freecourse in homes and open their eyes so they will lead their children in your truth. Raise up the fathers to love their families, be protectors providers and leaders of the home bringing harmony in the home. Raise up the wives to nurture their children, love and honor their husbands and be a blessing to their families and all they come in contact with. In Jesus mighty name
Veronica B
We canceled our account with Disney last year. Praying for my daughters eyes to be open to the truth what Disney is doing to my grandchildren. I can’t control what she allows her children to see but did speak my mind to her and will not allow my grandchildren in my time to watch Disney. 🙏🏽
mc4bbs
@Classic Movie Lover Don't fret -- your kids friends have Netflix and Disney+ -- you WILL not control them.
Classic Movie Lover
It was because of things like this is why I cancelled my Netflix account years back!
Arielle Beckham
@mc4bbs Dude do you even have kids? Cause some kids actually respect their parents instruction.. maybe not in your case...
mc4bbs
The more you tell kids they can't have it, the more they shall desire it. Duh!!
Arielle Beckham
@mc4bbs 😆 🤣 😂
J Q
That’s classic - The sound just cut in as Sean sang “I’m not gonna be silent anymore”! LOL 😂
HS humour!
Susan Smith
around 2:00 minutes mark
kat
Thank you Sean!! We shall Stand!! 🙏🏼❤️🙌 Our God reigns forever!!!