Hold Me Tight
B. B. and band Lyrics
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Now they want me
To go fight for my country
They ship me off
Against my will
Hold me tight tonight
And be still
The moon is almost black
The night has stopped believing
That the sun is coming back
The world's at war
No one is free
To pursue a life of liberty
They say I must
Prepare to kill
Hold me tight tonight
And be still
The stars are barely breathing
The moon is almost black
The night has stopped believing
That the sun is coming back
The world's at war
It's hard to see
If there is any hope for you and me
I do my part
I know you will
Hold me tight tonight
And be still
The stars are barely breathing
The moon is almost black
The night has stopped believing
That the sun is coming back
Hold me tight tonight and be still
Hold me tight tonight and be still
Hold me tight tonight and be still
The lyrics to B.B. and his band's song "Hold Me Tight" are a poignant reflection on the reality of war and its impact on the lives of those involved. The opening lines convey the sense of dread and uncertainty that accompanies the call to serve one's country in a time of war. It is a conflicted and complex emotion, one that is further reinforced by the subsequent lines that describe the feeling of being shipped off against their will. In this context, the call to "hold me tight tonight and be still" takes on a deeper meaning. It is a plea for comfort in a time of great pain and sorrow, a reminder that even in the darkest of moments, love and connection can offer solace and strength.
As the song progresses, the imagery becomes bleaker and more desperate. The reference to stars barely breathing and the moon being almost black creates a world where light and hope are fading away. The night has stopped believing that the sun is coming back, creating a sense of hopelessness and despair. It seems that war has taken everything that is good in the world, leaving behind only darkness and fear.
In the final verses, the song becomes a call to action. The world is at war, and there seems to be little hope for the future. But even in the face of this darkness, the singer continues to do his part, holding on to the belief that others will do the same. The call to "hold me tight tonight and be still" becomes a call to arms, a reminder that even in the darkest of moments, connection and love can offer a glimmer of hope.
Line by Line Meaning
The world's at war
The global political climate is one of aggression and hostility
Now they want me
The military is instructing me to go to war
To go fight for my country
They want me to engage in armed combat to represent my country's interests
They ship me off
I am being taken away from home against my will
Against my will
I do not want to participate in the violence
Hold me tight tonight
I need emotional comfort and support during this difficult time
And be still
Simply being present and holding me is enough, words are not necessary
The stars are barely breathing
The universe seems to be struggling and in chaos
The moon is almost black
There is very little light and hope in the darkness of the night
The night has stopped believing
The darkness has taken hold and convinced us that there is no way out of this war
That the sun is coming back
That there is hope and light at the end of the tunnel
No one is free
The people at home are also impacted by the war and cannot pursue their own aspirations
To pursue a life of liberty
Individual freedom and autonomy are being suppressed by the war
They say I must
There is no choice or agency in this situation
Prepare to kill
I am being trained to take another human being's life
It's hard to see
The future is uncertain and the way forward is unclear
If there is any hope for you and me
The war is affecting our relationship and our ability to have a future together
I do my part
I am doing what is expected of me in this war effort
I know you will
I have faith that you will support me emotionally even though I must go to war
Hold me tight tonight and be still
I need the comfort of your embrace to get me through this difficult time
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Thomas Ashcraft
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@mauriziofonda8559
Sono quelli di Wee Thee People,gran pezzo del 1983.
@RexRockoRegnat
Penultimo singolo di questo progetto, gli ultimi due sono i migliori a mio avviso.
@cristianblanco9505
Por fin encontre ese tema. Me trae recuerdos de mi adolescencia. Excelente!!!
@mikew.andbrad8614
Loved this song, never heard this version existed.
@dariavillegas8559
Esta canción me recuerda a Fer, un jefe que tuve y me mostró que había más música que la comercial
@kortile1
Yeaaaaahhh
@markinomarkino8906
Lato B - Prima canzone - Studio 54 Star Ship -
@michelelaraia7358
Comprato a un negozio di mercatino di fronte a casa recentemente.