Help me Make it Throught The Night
John Holt Lyrics


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Take the ribbon from your hair
Shake it loose and let it fall
Layin' soft upon my skin
Like the shadows on the wall

Come and lay down by my side
Till the early mornin' light
All I'm takin' is your time
Help me make it through the night

I don't care who's right or wrong
I don't try to understand
Let the devil take tomorrow
Lord tonight I need a friend

Yesterday is dead and gone
And tomorrow's out of sight
And it's sad to be alone
Help me make it through the night

I don't care who's right or wrong
I don't try to understand
Let the devil take tomorrow
Lord tonight I need a friend

Yesterday is dead and gone
And tomorrow's out of sight
And it's sad to be alone
Help me make it through the night




Help me make it through the night
Help me make it through the night

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to John Holt's song, "Help Me Make It Through the Night," are a poignant plea from someone who is feeling lonely and in desperate need of companionship. The first verse, "Take the ribbon from your hair, shake it loose and let it fall, layin' soft upon my skin like the shadows on the wall," suggests a sense of intimacy and sensuality as the singer implores their partner to let their hair down and lay with them. The second verse, "I don't care who's right or wrong, I don't try to understand, let the devil take tomorrow, Lord tonight I need a friend," reveals the singer's emotional vulnerability as they seek comfort with their lover, not needing to know the details of their situation or what the future holds.


The chorus, "Come and lay down by my side, till the early mornin' light, all I'm takin' is your time, help me make it through the night," further emphasizes the singer's need for connection and human touch, asking their lover to stay with them until the morning light. The final verse, "Yesterday is dead and gone, and tomorrow's out of sight, and it's sad to be alone," conveys a sense of resignation as the singer acknowledges the past is gone and the future is uncertain, but the present moment is all that matters.


John Holt's interpretation of "Help Me Make It Through the Night" is a soulful cover of Kris Kristofferson's original country song. The song was released in 1974 on Holt's album 1,000 Volts of Holt and was well-received, reaching No. 6 on the UK Singles Chart. In addition to Holt's version, "Help Me Make It Through the Night" has been covered by numerous artists, including Elvis Presley, Gladys Knight, and Tammy Wynette.


Line by Line Meaning

Take the ribbon from your hair
Remove the ribbon from your hair and let your hair down


Shake it loose and let it fall
Let your hair loose and fall over your body


Layin' soft upon my skin
The touch of your hair on my skin feels pleasant and comforting


Like the shadows on the wall
Your hair's movement on my skin is akin to shadows on the wall beautifying the surroundings


Come and lay down by my side
Come closer and lay beside me


Till the early mornin' light
Stay with me all night until the early morning light arrives


All I'm takin' is your time
All I want is some of your time and companionship


Help me make it through the night
Assist me in getting through this difficult night


I don't care who's right or wrong
I don't consider who is right or wrong in any situation


I don't try to understand
I don't try too hard to comprehend anything


Let the devil take tomorrow
Leave tomorrow to chance and let it unfold on its own


Lord tonight I need a friend
God, tonight I require a friend for emotional support


Yesterday is dead and gone
The past is gone and can't be altered


And tomorrow's out of sight
The future is distant and uncertain


And it's sad to be alone
It's disheartening to be by oneself




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Kris Kristofferson

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Played this carrying my dear mothers coffin.9 short months ago.was one of her favourites.i wish she was still here this song just tugs on my heart so bad.i love u my queen until we meet again il miss u forever and I'm lost without you😥❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏

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Kingsley, it's my dad and my song - I totally empathise xxx

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@AndrewSmith-vd2ju

grew up a skinhead loving reggae music n ska big part of my life Mr holt a favorite

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Ah for 1969 again poor but happy in my doc martins ben sherman and levi,s

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