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Don't Hold Back
Chanson Lyrics
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Don't hold back
If it feels good, do it
Don't hold back
Don't hold back
If it feels good
Don't hold back
And dance all around
Don't hold back
Said if you want to party
Party, party, party
Don't hold back
[Repeat CHORUS]
If you want to change your mind
And it feels good, do it
Don't hold back
And if the music makes you move
Stand up, do the groove
Don't hold back
[Repeat CHORUS 3x to fade]
The lyrics of Chanson's "Don't Hold Back" are all about not holding back and enjoying the moment. The chorus is repeated multiple times, encouraging listeners to let loose and do what feels good. The lyrics "If it feels good, do it," are a reminder to not hold back on something that brings them joy or makes them happy.
The first verse specifically talks about shouting and dancing without holding back. This could be interpreted as a call to let out emotions and not be afraid to express oneself through movement and sound. The second verse encourages listeners to not hold back when changing their minds and to listen to their intuition. If something feels right, they should go for it without hesitation. The bridge mentions the power of music to make people move and encourages listeners to stand up and do the groove.
Overall, the song is an anthem for living in the moment and not holding back from experiencing joy and happiness. The lyrics encourage listeners to embrace their desires and not be afraid to let loose and have fun.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't hold back
Don't be afraid or hesitant to go for it.
If it feels good, do it
If it brings joy and pleasure, embrace it without reservations or shame.
If you want to shout
When you feel like expressing yourself loudly and energetically,
And dance all around
And move your body in any way that makes you happy,
Said if you want to party
If you're in the mood to celebrate and have fun,
Party, party, party
Then go ahead and let loose, have a good time, and keep the festivities going.
If you want to change your mind
If you realize that you prefer a different viewpoint or decision,
And it feels good, do it
And that choice brings you satisfaction and peace, then don't hesitate to follow through.
And if the music makes you move
When the beat and rhythm of the music stimulate your body and soul,
Stand up, do the groove
Then stand up and dance in your own way, lose yourself in the rhythm, and enjoy the moment.
Contributed by David Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
2b02b
I have not been feeling well recently.... then for some unknown reason this tune from way back when popped into my head. It definitely feels good, and life is returning to my body! Thanks for this magnificent post
Marcio Fadel
Good thing does this to us
merlin4596
@2b02b The healing power of music is something to behold. If you are feeling low a few choice tracks can make all the difference my friend.
DJDiscoCat
Hope you feel better!
Audrey O'Neill
Wow can't believe this amazing tune is nearing 40 yrs old..still feels like yesterday I was boogie-ing to this in clubs in Glasgow
Seasinz
Woke up with this bassline stuck in my head this morning. Didn't realize it was a Jamerson line. Thanks!
Steve Curtis
just revisiting a few older songs , have not heard this for ages , loving the change at 4,34 gives the stereo crosstalk a workout and makes it just that bit different ( in a good way ) long live the dance classics
Andrew Wise
This was...and is, a fave of mine since I was 13 years old. Its still fab...god, I miss those simpler days of real music, dance and the first flushes of musical passion & discovery in the disco!
love better than war
Another masterpiece of old school music brought back to all of us who lived back then.
I became 20 years old in the spring of `78 and this number reflects how i felt about life
back then and many times still do. DJDiscocat Thank You very much for doing these
great remixes !
Ervine Okuboh
I know how you feel. I was 20 in January of 1978 and remember this tune well. I remember buying the 7inch single in Liverpool City centre.