Antoine Dominique "Fats" Domino (born February 26, 1928 in New Orleans, Lou… Read Full Bio ↴Antoine Dominique "Fats" Domino (born February 26, 1928 in New Orleans, Louisiana, died October 24, 2017), was a classic R&B and rock and roll singer, songwriter and pianist. He was the best-selling African-American singer of the 1950s and early 1960s whose congenial, non threatening personality allowed him to succeed despite a period of deep-seated racial segregation. Domino is also a pianist with an individualistic bluesy style showing stride and boogie-woogie influences.

In 1986, he was among the first batch to get inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. "Ain't That A Shame" and "Blueberry Hill" were named part of The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame's 500 Songs That Shaped Rock & Roll. In 2004, "Blueberry Hill" was named #81 and "Ain't That A Shame" was named #431 on Rolling Stone's Top 500 Songs Of All Time. In 2004, he was named #25 on Rolling Stone's 100 Greatest Artists Of All Time.

In the wake of Domino's rescue from his 9th ward home during 2005's Hurricane Katrina, the Tipitina's Foundation organized a tribute album to the elder artist featuring Robert Plant, Norah Jones, Paul McCartney and numerous other acts that owe a creative debt to this seminal rock n roll pianist.

Hold Hands
Fats Domino Lyrics

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When your hair has turned to gray
I love you still the same old way
We turn the lights way down low
Maybe your own gray hair won't show
But when my hair starts gettin' thin
Middle-aged spread and double chin
Folks gonna laugh thinkin' we're too old
But we steal a little kiss

And let the good times roll
When we reach that age where we can't walk
We just sit down hold hands and talk

When we reach that age where we can't walk
We just sit down hold hands and talk
Hold hands and talk
Hold hands and talk

Hold hands and talk
Hold hands and talk

Overall Meaning

Fats Domino's song "Hold Hands" is a beautiful ode to enduring love. The song speaks to the idea that true love remains unchanged even as the years go by and people age, and that appreciation of each other becomes more important as physical beauty fades away. The lyrics speak to the experiences of aging, including gray hair, thinning hair, and double chins, all of which the singer contrasts with the enduring love they share with their partner. The song explores how as people grow older, their priorities change, and the beauty of love and companionship become more apparent than ever.

As the song progresses, the empowering message leads the listener to the conclusion that love is ageless, and that regardless of physical maladies, lovers can hold on to each other, enjoy the good times, and always make each other's day. The heartwarming and positive message in "Hold Hands" speaks to the importance of cherishing the beauty of love and closeness, even as time goes by.

Line by Line Meaning

When your hair has turned to gray
Even if time has passed and you have aged, my love for you remains unchanged.

I love you still the same old way
The love I have for you is constant and will endure through anything.

We turn the lights way down low
As we age and our appearances change, we can still create a romantic atmosphere by setting the mood with dim lighting.

Maybe your own gray hair won't show
Dim lighting can conceal the physical signs of aging, allowing us to feel youthful and free.

But when my hair starts gettin' thin
When I begin to experience the effects of aging, such as thinning hair, it will be a reminder that we are growing old together.

Middle-aged spread and double chin
As we age, our bodies will inevitably change and we may gain weight or develop physical imperfections, but this does not diminish our love for one another.

Folks gonna laugh thinkin' we're too old
Society may view us as too old to be romantic or to enjoy life, but we will not let their judgment affect us.

But we steal a little kiss
Despite what others may think, we will continue to express our love and affection for each other through physical gestures like kissing.

And let the good times roll
We will continue to enjoy life and cherish each other, making the most of our time together.

When we reach that age where we can't walk
As we age, our mobility may be limited and we may not be able to move around as much, but we will adapt and find new ways to connect.

We just sit down hold hands and talk
Even if we cannot explore the world together like we used to, we will still find joy in each other's company and conversation.

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: JACK JESSUP, PEE WEE MADDUX

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