Hold Onto This Feeling
Bob Marley & The Wailers Lyrics


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Gotta hold on to this feeling
Gotta hold on to this feeling we got
Gotta hold on to this feeling
Gotta hold on to this feeling we got
Gonna blow, blow, blow
Cause we love, love, love, ya now

The day without the shining sun
Is a day without your loving baby
One look, one look and we feel like one
That's how easy we communicate
A sick match can make a fire begin
A simple kiss and I'm warm within man

No how it's got to find guarantee
And then your depends on me
If love, if love could sign a dotted line
You would surely see your name next to mine
To be sure we keep the love we got
Just keep them kisses comin' and
It be all right girl
Gotta hold on to this feeling

Your love, your love got a hold on me now girl
Don't change, don't change and turn cold on me man
No how it's got to find guarantee
Baby your depends on me now
If love, if love could sign a dotted line
You would surely see your name next to mine
To be sure we keep the love we got
Just keep them kisses comin' and
Give me your heart

Gotta hold on to this feeling
Gotta hold on to this feeling we got
I'm a holdin' on
Gotta hold on to this feeling
Gotta hold on to this feeling we got
You can let go if you want to baby




Gotta hold on to this feeling
Gotta hold on to this feeling we got

Overall Meaning

The song "Hold Onto This Feeling" by Bob Marley & The Wailers is a love song that speaks to the power of holding onto the feeling of love. The first verse emphasizes the importance of keeping the feeling of love alive, as it is the foundation that allows a relationship to flourish. The chorus repeats the phrase "gotta hold on to this feeling" to reinforce the idea that love is something that one must actively hold onto, regardless of whatever challenges may arise.


The second verse continues the theme of the first, emphasizing the importance of communication and simple gestures, like a kiss, that keep the feeling of love alive. The bridge of the song stresses the interdependence of the two partners, with each depending on the other for love and support. The song ends with a final repetition of the chorus, encouraging the listener to hold onto the feeling of love.


Overall, the message of the song is one of hope and perseverance in the face of adversity. It speaks to the idea that love is something that requires effort and active participation to maintain, but that the effort is worth it in the end.


Line by Line Meaning

Gotta hold on to this feeling
We must maintain this strong and positive emotion that we are currently feeling


Gotta hold on to this feeling we got
It is important that we continue to hold onto the love and connection that we possess


Gonna blow, blow, blow
Our love will intensify and prosper


Cause we love, love, love, ya now
Our love for you is deep and unchanging


The day without the shining sun
A day without your love is incomplete and dull


Is a day without your loving baby
Our love is vital to our existence and happiness


One look, one look and we feel like one
A single glance from you unifies us and makes us feel whole


That's how easy we communicate
Our connection is effortless and simple


A sick match can make a fire begin
Even the most unexpected pairing can ignite a passionate love


A simple kiss and I'm warm within man
Just a kiss from you can warm my heart and make me feel content


No how it's got to find guarantee
There is no guaranteed way to find love


And then your depends on me
Once love is found, it is up to us to maintain and cherish it


If love, if love could sign a dotted line
If love could be formalized and made official


You would surely see your name next to mine
You would undoubtedly be my partner in love


To be sure we keep the love we got
To ensure that our love continues to thrive


Just keep them kisses comin' and
We just need to keep expressing our love to each other


It be all right girl
Everything will work out as long as we have each other


Your love, your love got a hold on me now girl
Your love has a powerful and unbreakable grip on my heart


Don't change, don't change and turn cold on me man
Please don't change your love for me and become distant


Baby your depends on me now
Your happiness and well-being now rest on me


Give me your heart
Please entrust me with your heart and love


I'm a holdin' on
I am firmly holding onto our love and connection


You can let go if you want to baby
You have the choice to let go of our love if you wish


Gotta hold on to this feeling
We must maintain and treasure the love we have


Gotta hold on to this feeling we got
We need to safeguard and keep nurturing our deep connection




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: HINTON JOE, JOE HINTON, JOHNNY WILLIAM BRISTOL, PAMELA JOAN SAWYER

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Comments from YouTube:

@elperroreggae

If you liked this song, I invite you to listen the rest of Bob Marley songs subtitled into english and spanish, following the link below:
► https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEC9m_1NozTYBCXo5AV2gvoKRpRA0hOfG

@errantesmusic4253

Es muy fácil notar que a diferencia de Bob, Rita estaba enamorada de él y ella si creía en la monogamia, pero bueno. Hermosa canción, admiro tu trabajo Perro, hace una decada que soy un enfermo de Bob Marley y el nuevo contenido que estas trayendo esta volviendo a despertar la curiosidad en mí, saludos!

@chicpareopareochic3720

Never seen this featuring. Just pretty good

@saundrabrown1873

Bob and Queen Mother Rita Marley were the beautiful "Black Love Couple "🖤🤎 One Love

@666purpp2

que lindo tema :) mas videos de Bob porfaa

@irmhild.rosenquelle

Danke sehr, wunderbar und auch mal die Stimme von Rita deutlich zu hören und fühlen.

@fyahkush2144

so sweet,omg about to cry

@juliap1965

I love you Bob Marley

RIP ❤️

@jokahman1

Nice rnb vibes from a reggae legend!

@Woikaclips

eres grande hermano, gracias por seguir subiendo videos de bob y la cultura! One love bredda

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