Holding On
Clarkesville Lyrics
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Hanging on to what we've got,
'Cause time waits for no one.
If you're rung out and beaten,
And all your reasons turn to none,
Well just put on your jacket,
And if you can't hack it turn and run.
Hold on everyone is hanging on,
Hanging on to what we've got,
'Cause time waits for no one.
We're all hung up on something,
Running from nothing most of the time,
Well just stand up and take it,
And if you can fake it tow the line.
Hold on everyone is hanging on,
Hanging on to what we've got,
'Cause time waits for no one.
(Time waits for no one)
Holding on, everybody's hoping, everyone is holding on,
Holding on, everybody's hoping, everyone is holding on,
Holding on, everybody's hoping, everyone is holding on,
(I keep running, I keep on rolling, I keep on moving on)
Holding on, everybody's hoping, everyone is holding on,
(I keep running, I keep on rolling, I keep on moving on)
Holding on, everybody's hoping, everyone is holding on,
(I keep running, I keep on rolling, I keep on moving on)
The lyrics of Clarkesville's song "Holding On" primarily revolve around the notion of perseverance, resilience, and hanging on to what we've got. The song encourages listeners to hold on to what we've got, despite life's challenges and difficulties. The lyrics suggest that we're all hung up on or running from something, and we're bound to face obstacles along the way. However, if we can "just stand up and take it" and "fake it tow the line," we can keep going. Ultimately, the song conveys the message that everyone is holding on and hoping for the best, acknowledging that time waits for no one.
The lyrics are straightforward and relatable, touching on the universal struggles of life. It celebrates the resilience of human spirit and encourages people to keep going even when things get challenging. This song is an anthem that embodies the message of hope, determination, and perseverance that can resonate with anyone going through a tough time.
Line by Line Meaning
Hold on everyone is hanging on,
Everyone is holding on and trying to persevere.
Hanging on to what we've got,
We are clinging to what we have because it's all we have.
'Cause time waits for no one.
We have to keep going because time is always moving forward and waits for no one.
If you're rung out and beaten,
If you are exhausted and feeling defeated,
And all your reasons turn to none,
And all the reasons why you do what you do no longer make sense,
Well just put on your jacket,
Just keep going and keep moving forward,
And if you can't hack it turn and run.
And if you can't handle it, leave and start over.
We're all hung up on something,
We are all struggling with something in our lives,
Running from nothing most of the time,
And most of the time we are running from nothing,
Well just stand up and take it,
Just stand up and face it head on,
And if you can fake it tow the line.
And if you have to, pretend that everything is okay and keep going.
Holding on, everybody's hoping, everyone is holding on,
We are all hoping and holding on to what we have.
I keep running, I keep on rolling, I keep on moving on
We must keep going, keep rolling with the punches, and keep moving forward.
Contributed by Asher G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Stand for humanitarian causes and democracy
That man threw the slowest and weakest punch that I've ever seen.
Just a statistic
Agreed. I was just about to say that. Old people sometimes forget they haven't gotten off the couch in decades and still think their still the quarterback in HS..
Benito R. Manzo
Someone push slow-motion on the remote.
Supreme Bape
That dream punch
Brandon Hall
Was effective though 🤷🏻♂️
noone
😂
Shawnji
I cannot believe some of these comments. He was clearly in the wrong for hitting that young man. In Arkansas, you may only use physical force to defend yourself if it can be reasonably assumed that the other person intends to harm you. Which is to say, they have to display some level of aggressive behavior.
For those who are still going to insist that the young man's posture was "threatening," despite all evidence to the contrary, let me give you the definition of threatening behavior according to the law:
"Acts of aggression such as yelling at a colleague, pounding on desks, slamming doors, blocking or cornering, and sending threatening voice-mails, e-mails, or other written threats."
I fail to see how this young man was a threat. If that's how you see him, maybe take a minute to examine yourself and why you see him that way.
Michael Williams
I feel like someone coming across a street and getting in my face is threatening especially considering the current climate. I am for BLM in general, but don't get in dude's face. If that isn't in the definition of threatening, then the law is outdated/out of touch.
Shawnji
@Michael Williams Well, if you're unhappy with the law, you're always welcome to protest or lobby your representatives to have it changed.
For my part, all I can say is that I respectfully disagree on his manner being threatening in any way. I've watched the video several times and I just do not see it, personally.
Michael Williams
@Shawnji I disagree, but that's ok. What would be much better is if all this crud were to come to an end. Have a good day!