let go my hand
J. Cole Lyrics


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The slight whisper in your voice hesitates
As the night falls down and dims in the summer time
When I heard those words I felt betrayed
I should've known that all of this love was a lie
Does the floor still creak where we used to dance
Do you still sit and think about all those nights
Eyes locked together while holding hands
Feet sliding on the wood while we stand under the light
Eyes closed jaw clinched and tears dropping on concrete
My heads down now and my mind gone south again
I'll take this road and let it lead me back to street
Who am I to have to let go of my mind
Who am I to have to let go of my mind
Who am I to have to let go of my mind
Cloudy days riding with the windows down
Jamming to the tunes turned up mixed in with the wind
Forest trees empty fields and a little ole house
Right down that hill past the little ole church singing hymns
Eyes closed jaw clinched and tears dropping on concrete
My heads down now and my mind gone south again
I'll take this road and let it lead me back to street
Who am I to have to let go of my mind





Who am I to have to let go of my mind
Who am I to have to let go of my mind

Overall Meaning

In the first verse, J. Cole reflects on a moment when he hears a soft, hesitant whisper in someone's voice. This happens as the night falls and the atmosphere becomes more subdued in the summer time. The words he hears make him feel betrayed, realizing that the love he thought was real was actually a lie. It's a moment of realization and disappointment.


In the second verse, J. Cole reminisces about a past relationship. He wonders if the floor still creaks where they used to dance together, and if his former partner still thinks about the nights they spent together with their eyes locked, holding hands. He remembers the feeling of sliding their feet on the wooden floor, creating a special connection as they stood under the light. But now, with eyes closed and tears falling onto the cold concrete, he feels a deep sadness and loss.


The third verse sets a new scene, a cloudy day driving with the windows down. J. Cole paints a picture of him jamming to music, blending with the wind as he drives through a landscape of forest trees and empty fields. He mentions a little old house and a church singing hymns. These elements serve to create a nostalgic atmosphere, perhaps symbolizing a simpler time or a place where he used to find solace.


The repetition in the chorus emphasizes a feeling of confusion and questioning. J. Cole wonders who he is or what he's become that he has to let go of his mind. It's as if he's grappling with his own identity and struggling to understand why he has to release control over his thoughts and emotions. This repetition may also demonstrate his frustration with the situation and his inability to comprehend why he's going through this turmoil.


Overall, "let. go. my. hand." appears to be a deeply introspective and emotional song, exploring themes of betrayal, lost love, nostalgia, and personal identity. J. Cole's evocative lyrics and introspective tone invite listeners to delve into their own experiences of heartbreak, reflection, and personal growth.


Line by Line Meaning

The slight whisper in your voice hesitates
Your voice, although soft, holds uncertainty and doubt


As the night falls down and dims in the summer time
When darkness sets in, and the vibrant summer loses its shine


When I heard those words I felt betrayed
Upon hearing your words, a sense of betrayal engulfed me


I should've known that all of this love was a lie
In hindsight, I ought to have realized that our love was deceitful


Does the floor still creak where we used to dance
Is the floor still marked with memories of our graceful movements?


Do you still sit and think about all those nights
Are you plagued by thoughts of the nights we spent together?


Eyes locked together while holding hands
Our eyes connected, our hands tightly intertwined


Feet sliding on the wood while we stand under the light
Sliding our feet on the wooden floor as we stood illuminated


Eyes closed jaw clinched and tears dropping on concrete
With closed eyes, clenched jaw, tears falling onto the solid ground


My heads down now and my mind gone south again
My head hangs low, and my thoughts wander into darkness once more


I'll take this road and let it lead me back to street
I'll follow this path, hoping it will guide me back to familiarity


Who am I to have to let go of my mind
Why must I be the one forced to release my grip on sanity?


Cloudy days riding with the windows down
Traveling through gloomy weather, windows open wide


Jamming to the tunes turned up mixed in with the wind
Immersed in music blasting, blending with the gusts of wind


Forest trees empty fields and a little ole house
Encompassed by wooded trees, barren fields, and a humble old house


Right down that hill past the little ole church singing hymns
Just beyond the hill, following the sound of hymns from the small church




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Written by: Cole Gross

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"Back then I ain't know shit, now i know too much" referred to Puff... Hits different now.

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@raymantanona7038

This hits hard because I'm a father as well. Thank you J Cole

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Best song of the Album no cap

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Deff no cap. FIRE!

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You Ain’t Never Lied Bro 💯

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100 percent facts

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Facts my G!!

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For sure I favor hunger on hillside more tho

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