If We Hold On Together
Diana Ross Lyrics


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Don't lose your way
With each passing day
You've come so far
Don't throw it away
Live believing
Dreams are for weaving
Wonders are waiting to start
Live your story
Faith, hope and glory
Hold to the truth in your heart

If we hold on together
I know our dreams will never die
Dreams see us through to forever
Where clouds roll by
For you and I

Souls in the wind
Must learn how to mend
Seek out a star
Hold on to the end
Valley, mountain
There is a fountain
Washes our tears all away
Words are swaying
Someone is praying
Please let us come home to stay

If we hold on together
I know our dreams will never die
Dreams see us through to forever
Where clouds roll by
For you and I

When we are out there in the dark
We'll dream about the sun
In the dark, we'll feel the light
Warm our hearts, everyone

If we hold on together
I know our dreams will never die
Dreams see us through to forever
As high as souls can fly




The clouds roll by
For you and I

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Diana Ross's "If We Hold On Together" are about perseverance and hope. In the face of difficult times, the singer encourages the listener to keep moving forward, to live believing that there are wonders waiting to start. The words "Don't lose your way / With each passing day / You've come so far / Don't throw it away" are a reminder that even when it feels like things are falling apart, progress has been made and it's important to keep pushing forward. The line "Live your story / Faith, hope and glory / Hold to the truth in your heart" reminds the listener that their life is their own, and that in order to succeed, they need to hold onto their own beliefs and convictions.


The chorus of the song is a message of hope. "If we hold on together / I know our dreams will never die / Dreams see us through to forever / Where clouds roll by / For you and I" reminds the listener that anything is possible if they hold on, and that their dreams will see them through even the roughest of times. The words "Souls in the wind / Must learn how to mend / Seek out a star / Hold on to the end" suggest that the journey may be difficult, but that finding a guiding light is key to success.


The song is ultimately about finding the hope and strength to continue forward, no matter what obstacles may arise. The imagery of mountains, valleys, and stars all suggest that there is something greater out there, waiting to be found, and that success is possible with determination and persistence.


Line by Line Meaning

Don't lose your way
Stay focused and don't lose sight of your goals


With each passing day
Every day is a step closer to achieving your goals


You've come so far
You've made progress and accomplished a lot


Don't throw it away
Don't waste all the effort and hard work you've put in


Live believing
Have faith and believe that you can achieve your dreams


Dreams are for weaving
Your imagination can help create your reality


Wonders are waiting to start
Exciting things are on the horizon


Live your story
Be true to yourself and the path you want to take


Faith, hope and glory
Believe in yourself, your future, and your legacy


Hold to the truth in your heart
Stay true to your values and beliefs


If we hold on together
Together, we can overcome any obstacle


I know our dreams will never die
As long as we stay committed, our dreams will never fade


Dreams see us through to forever
Our aspirations guide us through life


Where clouds roll by
Through the ups and downs of life


For you and I
Our dreams are personal and unique to us


Souls in the wind
People who are wandering and searching for answers


Must learn how to mend
They need to repair their hearts and minds during times of struggle


Seek out a star
Look for hope and inspiration in difficult times


Hold on to the end
Stay committed to your goals until the end


Valley, mountain
Life has its ups and downs


There is a fountain
A source of renewal and refreshment


Washes our tears all away
Heals our emotional wounds


Words are swaying
Words have the power to inspire and motivate


Someone is praying
People are asking for guidance and support


Please let us come home to stay
Hope for a sense of belonging and stability


When we are out there in the dark
During times of uncertainty and fear


We'll dream about the sun
We can find hope and positivity in our dreams


In the dark, we'll feel the light
We can find strength and comfort in difficult times


Warm our hearts, everyone
Spread positivity and hope to others


As high as souls can fly
We can achieve great things when we have the courage to try


The clouds roll by
The challenges we face are temporary


For you and I
Our dreams and hopes are personal and precious




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network
Written by: Will Jennings, James Horner

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@rubybalabag1214

Don't lose your way
With each passing day
You've come so far
Don't throw it away
Live believing
Dreams are for weaving
Wonders are waiting to start
Live your story
Faith, hope and glory
Hold to the truth in your heart

If we hold on together
I know our dreams will never die
Dreams see us through to forever
Where clouds roll by
For you and I

Souls in the wind
Must learn how to mend
Seek out a star
Hold on to the end
Valley, mountain
There is a fountain
Washes our tears all away
Words are swaying
Someone is praying
Please let us come home to stay

If we hold on together
I know our dreams will never die
Dreams see us through to forever
Where clouds roll by
For you and I

When we are out there in the dark
We'll dream about the sun
In the dark, we'll feel the light
Warm our hearts, everyone

If we hold on together
I know our dreams will never die
Dreams see us through to forever
As high as souls can fly
The clouds roll by
For you and I



All comments from YouTube:

@notyourbusiness4387

This song has always made me tear up as a kid and still does now, as an adult. Its crazy to see that pretty much everyone else said the same thing. ❤

@ChodeMan2000

Same!

@josieenego5907

I love this song. It reminds my childhood memories

@neweyemootz

Definitely one of my most favored and tear jerking songs and I think it’s because it can be tied to so many things. Family, pets, childhood, relationships…. I also had a small amount of friends as a kid and listening to this piece makes me realize how precious those years are. Certainly more so than I knew at the time.

Whenever I find myself in a negative mood, I put this song on as well.

@HunhowsShadowStalker

I remember The Land Before Time from when I was a kid. At the time, I didn't really have the understanding of death, and was just "kind of sad" at the passing of Littlefoot's mother. Now, at the age of 25, I have rewatched the movie just a few minutes ago, and I couldn't contain my tears at that scene. I cried, not only because I understand the weight of it, but also because I witnessed the passing of my own mother.
My stepfather always said "if a scene like that makes you this emotional, then you're watching a well-made film." And with that, I can say with 100% certainty, The Land Before Time is a masterpiece.

@lindaeasley4336

Few songs can touch your heart so deeply that they make the tears flow when you listen .This is one of them

@madisoncastle5138

That’s right

@bigblob2006

I always cry when I hear this. It’s such a beautiful song and reminds me of my childhood bubbling to the land before time. ❤️

@dannypickering9138

My mum used to play this song when I was young in the car. Sadly she passed away two years ago at 54 from ovarian cancer and when I listen to this sing it always makes me cry. The pain of losing her is unbearable I miss and love her so much 💔

@Darkman9478

I know exactly how you feel. My mother died August 26th, 2018, from pancreatic cancer. It tore a hole in my heart so much that I struggle to make peace with her death, even though I know she’s in a much better place now.

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