Holding On
Disclosure & Gregory Porter Lyrics
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I thought that it would be easier than this
I found my heart had grown colder
But the warmth of your kiss, I can't dismiss
Though my past has left me bruised
I ain't hiding from the truth
When the truth won't let me lie right next to you
But it's holding on
And it's holding strong
Even though I tried to make it
Played the part, but I can't fake it
It keeps holding on
And it's holding strong
Even though I tried to break it
Heaven knows that I can't shake it
But it's holding on
And it's holding strong
Even though I tried to make it
Played the part, but I can't fake it
It keeps holding on
And it's holding strong
Even though I tried to break it
Heaven knows that I can't shake it
Shake it, sh-shake it
Shake it, sh-shake it
Shake it, sh-shake it
Shake it, sh-shake it
Shake it, sh-shake it
Shake it, sh-shake it
Shake it, sh-shake it
It keeps holding on and on
It keeps holding on and on
It keeps holding on and on
It keeps holding on and on
I've seen times that were harder
I remember the taste of bitterness
Won't you help me, my father?
Help me fall in the love that I have missed
Though my past has left me bruised
I ain't hiding from the truth
When the truth won't let me lie right next to you
But it's holding on
And it's holding strong
Even though I tried to make it
Played the part, but I can't fake it
It keeps holding on
And it's holding strong
Even though I tried to break it
Heaven knows that I can't shake it
But it's holding on
And it's holding strong
Even though I tried to make it
Played the part, but I can't fake it
It keeps holding on
And it's holding strong
Even though I tried to break it
Heaven knows that I can't shake it
Shake it, sh-shake it
Shake it, sh-shake it
Shake it, sh-shake it
Shake it, sh-shake it
Shake it, sh-shake it
Shake it, sh-shake it
Shake it, sh-shake it
Shake it,
It keeps holding on and on
It keeps holding on and on
It keeps holding on and on
It keeps holding on and on
Sh-shake it
Shake it, sh-shake it
Shake it, sh-shake it
Shake it, sh-shake it
Shake it, sh-shake it
Shake it, sh-shake it
Sh-shake it
Shake it, sh-shake it
(It keeps holding on and on
It keeps holding on and on
It keeps holding on and on
It keeps holding on and on)
The song "Holding On" by Disclosure explores the idea of being weighed down by the past and struggling to move on from it. The lyrics suggest that the singer has experienced heartbreak and bitterness in the past, causing them to become guarded and closed off. However, despite their attempts to move on and break away from these negative feelings, they are still unable to shake them off completely. The line "Weight of love on my shoulders" suggests that the burden of past hurt is heavy and difficult to carry, but the warmth of a new love interest's kiss provides some relief from this pain.
The chorus of the song repeats the idea of "holding on" and "holding strong", indicating that the singer is determined to persevere despite the challenges they face. The lines "Even though I tried to make it, played the part, but I can't fake it" express a sense of vulnerability and honesty, suggesting that the singer is not pretending to be okay and is actively trying to work through their emotions. The song ends with a repetition of the phrase "shake it", perhaps indicating a desire to shake off the past and move forward.
Overall, "Holding On" has a hopeful and uplifting message despite its themes of pain and struggle. The song encourages listeners to keep pushing through difficult times and find the strength to hold on to the people and experiences that bring them joy.
Line by Line Meaning
Weight of love on my shoulders
I feel burdened by the responsibilities that come with love
I thought that it would be easier than this
I had imagined love to be simpler than what it is now
I found my heart had grown colder
Love has taken a toll on me and I have become desensitized to it
But the warmth of your kiss, I can't dismiss
Your love still has a strong impact on me despite the hardships that come with it
Though my past has left me bruised
My past experiences with love have left me wounded
I ain't hiding from the truth
I am not in denial about the state of my emotional well-being
When the truth won't let me lie right next to you
I am unable to deny the truth about my feelings when I am with you
But it's holding on
Despite my struggles with love, the relationship is still intact
And it's holding strong
The love between us is still strong despite hardships
Even though I tried to make it
Despite my attempts to end the relationship, it still persists
Played the part, but I can't fake it
I have tried to pretend like everything is okay, but I cannot maintain that facade
Heaven knows that I can't shake it
I am unable to let go of my feelings for you even if I want to
I've seen times that were harder
I have gone through tougher times in the past
I remember the taste of bitterness
I have experienced sourness in love before
Won't you help me, my father?
I am seeking divine guidance to help me find my way with love
Help me fall in the love that I have missed
I am asking for assistance in finding the love that I have been missing in my life
It keeps holding on and on
The love between us persists and refuses to die out
Shake it, sh-shake it
A vocal expression of the rhythm of the song
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GREGORY PORTER, JAMES JOHN NAPIER, HOWARD JOHN LAWRENCE, GUY WILLIAM LAWRENCE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@mollydawes7991
Weight of love on my shoulders
I thought that it would be easier than this
Found my heart had grown colder
But the warmth of your kiss a can't dismiss
When my past has left me bruised
I ain't hiding from the truth
When the truth won't let me lie right next to you
Cos it's holding on
And its holding strong
Even though I try to make it
Play the part but I can't fake it
It keeps holding on
And it's holding strong
Even though I try to break it
Heaven knows that I can't shake it
Cos it's holding on
And its holding strong
Even though I try to make it
Play the part but I can't fake it
It keeps holding on
And it's holding strong
Even though I try to break it
Heaven knows that I can't shake it
Shake it
It keeps holding on and on
I've seen times that were harder
I remember the taste of it and this
Won't you help me, my father?
Help me fall in the love that I have missed
When my past has left me bruised
I ain't hiding from the truth
When the truth won't let me lie right next to you
@elenagonzalez5992
Ami si me da orgullo el hecho de que escogieron a la Ciudad de México como escenario.
Y la canción ni se diga está genial.
@ekaterinayunuensalinasbavi668
Es una serie ? Me explicas? 😉
@rucsandra9079
Tienes razon! A mi tambien me encanta eso!
@paulleyva5076
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@melvingrande9494
Jajajaja no maaa y justo me asombre porque vi que decía Oceanía en la estación jajsa
@clandestino2601
@Rucs Andra oo
@AFROPOLYMATH
6 years later... I still come here and still scream at the start of this song, before I break my bones trying to dance like I'm about to leave this planet., shake it, sha-shake it! It feels like 2015 was just yesterday... better days!
@paulb4155
I feel u
@Rai_S82
ABSO-FUCKING-LUTELY.
What a tune 🔥🔥🔥
@np494609
That's the truth, 2015 was a much simpler time despite being not too long ago. Nostalgia is a bitch