Hart became an instant hit with his rebellious looks, and his first album released in 1983 First Offense, featuring the hit song Sunglasses at Night. The album sold well in both Canada and the United States. The follow-up album was Boy in the Box in 1985, another very successful album featuring the song Never Surrender, which would be his highest-charting single. Hart would continue to record music, but his commercial success was significantly reduced after Box.
Today, Hart lives in the Bahamas with his wife, musician Julie Masse, and their four children.
Hold On
Corey Hart Lyrics
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Love, timeless and true
Whenever I need strength I look to you
Tonight, my faith is strong enough
To see me through
Tonight he's gotta trust in love the way I do
We gotta hold on tight, tonight
Hold on, nothing's gonna stop us
If we just believe in love
Hold on, there's nothing under heaven
We can't overcome, hold on
Now I see a way
How the tide will turn and the part I'll play
It's all part of a plan
You don't have to know or understand
Tonight, I'll see it all unfold before my eyes
Tonight, with fortune on our side
And love to guide me
The future is looking bright, tonight
Hold on, nothing's gonna stop us
If we just believe in love
Hold on, there's nothing under heaven
We can't overcome, hold on
And though the road ahead maybe unknown
We'll make it if we hold on
When I am lost and hope begins to fade
Love, timeless and true
In Corey Hart's song "Hold On," the lyrics describe the power of faith and love in helping us persevere through difficult times. The song's opening lines set an emotional tone, as the singer admits to feeling lost and close to despair. However, they find solace in the idea of "timeless and true" love and turn to their loved one for strength. The song then shifts to a more optimistic tone, as the singer proclaims their belief that they can overcome any obstacle as long as they hold on tight to love.
The chorus reinforces this message of perseverance and love. The title phrase, "hold on," is repeated several times in the chorus, emphasizing the importance of staying strong and not giving up. The lyrics suggest that if we believe in love and have faith in our future, we can overcome any challenge that comes our way.
Towards the end of the song, the singer acknowledges that the road ahead may be uncertain, but they express confidence that they can make it through any difficulty as long as they hold on. In this way, "Hold On" is a powerful anthem of hope and perseverance that encourages listeners to have faith in themselves and their loved ones.
Line by Line Meaning
When I am lost and hope begins to fade
In times of uncertainty and loss of hope
Love, timeless and true
Belief in an everlasting, genuine affection
Whenever I need strength I look to you
In seeking mental fortitude, turning to a trusted source
Tonight, my faith is strong enough
In this moment, having an unshakeable conviction
To see me through
To carry oneself through the challenging time
Tonight he's gotta trust in love the way I do
Instructing another person to believe in love as much as oneself
We gotta hold on tight, tonight
We must remain steadfast in our commitment to enduring the hardship
Hold on, nothing's gonna stop us
Persevering and remaining determined despite obstacles
If we just believe in love
Trusting in the power of love as a guiding force
Hold on, there's nothing under heaven
Belief in the invincibility of their bond under any circumstance
We can't overcome, hold on
To remain strong and resolute in the face of adversity
Now I see a way
Having gained insight into a potential solution
How the tide will turn and the part I'll play
Understanding one's role in a changing situation
It's all part of a plan
Believing that everything happens for a reason
You don't have to know or understand
Even without comprehending the details, remaining confident
Tonight, I'll see it all unfold before my eyes
Witnessing the resolution taking place in real-time
Tonight, with fortune on our side
Feeling fortunate to be in a promising situation
And love to guide me
Having love as a direction-finder
The future is looking bright, tonight
The future is appearing full of hope and possibility
And though the road ahead maybe unknown
Despite not being aware of what's lying ahead
We'll make it if we hold on
We will succeed if we remain strong and dedicated
Contributed by Aria O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Ben - Moderator
on Blind Faith
Thanks Don - we have now updated the facts above to reflect your corrections. Please let us know if any other information is erroneous.
Don Erick
on Blind Faith
A correction: the song was released on Hart's 1986 LP Fields of Fire, not 1990's Bang. Hart is also known for writing his own material, not co-writing his material, especially early in his career. He wrote Blind Faith solely. Lastly, Blind Faith was not released as a single and had no music video. Not sure where the facts are coming from, but really facts.