Holding On
Fyfe Lyrics
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The light in Amsterdam is fading dear
I can't tear these hotel rooms apart
I thought I heard you calling up my name
Climbing ups on Michael's tower again
And it seems like we're two worlds apart
Trust me, you never know it's special 'till it's gone,
Far away from where we start our fun,
But we're not holding on for nothing!
Please keep holding on, and on and on and on and on and on
Please keep holding on, holding on, and on and on and on and on and on.
I called again, but you're not there
So stand alone where you'd last went,
I hope that this message finds you well
Standing out across the clouds with friends
So spending thirty thousand feet again
I wish you could see that this night tear me down
Trust me, you never know it's special 'till it's gone,
We're not holding on for nothing and please believe me
Far away from where we start our fun,
But we're not holding on for nothing!
Please keep holding on, and on and on and on and on and on
Please keep holding on, and on and on and on and on and on.
The lyrics of Fyfe's song Holding On speak of two people who are physically far away from each other, possibly separated by distance or other circumstances. The first verse sets the scene with the singer missing a call from someone dear to them while in Amsterdam, feeling alone and isolated in a hotel room. The imagery of the fading light and the reference to climbing Michael's tower gives the impression of a hopeless situation. The chorus then highlights the importance of appreciating what we have before it's gone, and the determination to hold on to something worth fighting for. The second verse reveals that the singer is still trying to get in touch with the other person, but they are not responding. The reference to standing alone and spending time at an altitude in the clouds gives the sense of the other person being distant and perhaps even untouchable. The singer wishes the other person could see the damage that this separation is causing him.
Overall, the song portrays the emotions and struggles of a long-distance relationship. The lyrics explore themes of loneliness, longing, and the difficulty of maintaining a connection when physically apart. The chorus emphasizes the importance of not giving up and cherishing what we have, even if it's not perfect.
Line by Line Meaning
I missed your call, it's raining here
I wasn't able to answer your phone call and it's currently raining where I am.
The light in Amsterdam is fading dear
The natural light outside is turning darker as the day progresses.
I can't tear these hotel rooms apart
I feel so stuck and trapped in this hotel room.
I thought I heard you calling up my name
I momentarily believed I could hear you calling out to me.
Climbing ups on Michael's tower again
I am revisiting a particular place, perhaps the Michael's Tower, over and over again.
And it seems like we're two worlds apart
It feels like we are living very different lives and are disconnected from each other.
Trust me, you never know it's special 'till it's gone,
You never really appreciate something until it's taken away from you.
We're not holding on for nothing and please believe me
We are holding on tight to something important and it's not for no good reason.
Far away from where we start our fun,
We are currently far away from where we originally began having a good time together.
But we're not holding on for nothing!
We are holding on because it matters to us and we believe it's worth it.
Please keep holding on, and on and on and on and on and on
Don't give up and keep holding on with all your might.
Please keep holding on, holding on, and on and on and on
Please keep holding on, never let go.
I called again, but you're not there
I made another attempt to call you but you weren't available.
So stand alone where you'd last went,
I picture you standing alone in the last place you went.
I hope that this message finds you well
I am hoping you are doing well and receive this message in good health.
Standing out across the clouds with friends
I am currently standing amongst clouds with my friends.
So spending thirty thousand feet again
I find myself at 30,000 feet in the air.
I wish you could see that this night tear me down
I really wish you could understand how much tonight is affecting me emotionally and mentally.
Contributed by Arianna S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Bilqis Naufal Rifty
Lyrics
I missed your call, it's raining here
The light in Amsterdam is fading dear
I can't tear these hotel rooms apart
I thought I heard you calling up my name
Climbing ups on Michael's tower again
And it seems like we're two worlds apart
Trust me, you never know it's special 'till it's gone,
We're not holding on for nothing and please believe me
Far away from where we start our fun,
But we're not holding on for nothing!
Please keep holding on, and on and on and on and on and on
Please keep holding on, holding on, and on and on and on and on and on.
I called again, but you're not there
So stand alone where you'd last went,
I hope that this message finds you well
Standing out across the clouds with friends
So spending thirty thousand feet again
I wish you could see that this night tear me down
Trust me, you never know it's special 'till it's gone,
We're not holding on for nothing and please believe me
Far away from where we start our fun,
But we're not holding on for nothing!
Please keep holding on, and on and on and on and on and on
Please keep holding on, and on and on and on and on and on.
Emillayne Evely
Obra de arte!
Sara Dov
God, this is the sickest song I've ever listened to. And the music video, so touching, we can see the struggle, emotions are right there ! This is pure magic
Faqrull Imran
Supporting you all the way bro. Keep making music. I cant say enough on how your music has brought me peace
glory_and_gore
Fyfe is life. ♥
Lilou Que
Of course!
Larasati
this is still my favourite song until now.
drexa leon
i listen to this song every day for a whole month super good man keep it up
Bilqis Naufal Rifty
Lyrics
I missed your call, it's raining here
The light in Amsterdam is fading dear
I can't tear these hotel rooms apart
I thought I heard you calling up my name
Climbing ups on Michael's tower again
And it seems like we're two worlds apart
Trust me, you never know it's special 'till it's gone,
We're not holding on for nothing and please believe me
Far away from where we start our fun,
But we're not holding on for nothing!
Please keep holding on, and on and on and on and on and on
Please keep holding on, holding on, and on and on and on and on and on.
I called again, but you're not there
So stand alone where you'd last went,
I hope that this message finds you well
Standing out across the clouds with friends
So spending thirty thousand feet again
I wish you could see that this night tear me down
Trust me, you never know it's special 'till it's gone,
We're not holding on for nothing and please believe me
Far away from where we start our fun,
But we're not holding on for nothing!
Please keep holding on, and on and on and on and on and on
Please keep holding on, and on and on and on and on and on.
Trev 179
Fantastic video and song, really well done.
♦ L u r i d i t y ♦
Seriously man, keep it up. You really need more recognition.