He was inspired by artists like: John Mayer, Jason Mraz and Jack Johnson.
Jonathan wrote all the lyrics for his debut album What I've Become.
Still Holding On
Jonathan Roy Lyrics
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I got so used to the way you pulled me down
I tell myself that nothing lasts forever
But that doesn’t seem to matter now
Chorus
Still holding on to something lost
Im not as strong as I thought I was
Holding on Still holding on
Verse
I remember the way you said you loved me
And every time I thought you were the one
All this memories yeah they still fucking haunt me
I just woke up and one day you were gone
In the first verse, the lyrics convey a feeling of drowning and being overwhelmed. The singer confesses that they have become accustomed to being pulled down by someone, possibly a past lover. They acknowledge that nothing lasts forever, but despite this realization, they still find it difficult to let go and move on.
The chorus further emphasizes the singer's struggle to release the past. They admit that they are not as strong as they believed themselves to be and that holding on to something that is lost is breaking their heart. Despite the pain, they find themselves unable to stop clinging onto what once was.
The second verse references a previous relationship where the singer recalls the words of love that were once spoken. Each time, they believed that this person was their soulmate, but now they are haunted by memories of loss and abandonment. The abrupt disappearance of this person from their life is likened to waking up one day and realizing they were gone.
Overall, the lyrics of "Still Holding On" express the inner turmoil of someone who is struggling to let go of a past relationship. They recognize that the love they once had is lost, but they find themselves unable to fully release their emotional attachment. The pain of holding on becomes a constant burden, leaving them feeling weak and heartbroken.
Line by Line Meaning
Im going under I can’t tread the water
I feel overwhelmed and unable to handle the situation or emotions.
I got so used to the way you pulled me down
I became accustomed to the negative influence you had on my life.
I tell myself that nothing lasts forever
I try to reassure myself that things are temporary and will eventually change.
But that doesn’t seem to matter now
However, that mindset doesn't provide comfort or solace in the present moment.
Still holding on to something lost
I'm struggling to let go of something that is no longer there.
Im not as strong as I thought I was
I realize that my strength isn't as powerful as I believed it to be.
It breaks my heart but I can’t stop
I am deeply saddened, but I can't bring myself to cease my actions or feelings.
Holding on Still holding on
I am persistently clinging onto what remains, refusing to give up.
I remember the way you said you loved me
I recall the affectionate words you once expressed towards me.
And every time I thought you were the one
Each instance where I believed you were my soulmate.
All these memories yeah they still fucking haunt me
These recollections continue to deeply disturb and affect me.
I just woke up and one day you were gone
I suddenly realized that you disappeared from my life without warning.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CAULDER NASH, JASON MERRIS BELL, JONATHAN ROY, JORDAN RAND MILLER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@dersi2943
Я иду ко дну, я не могу плыть по воде
Я описание
я так привык к тому, как ты тянула меня вниз.
Я говорю себе, что ничто не длится вечно
Но сейчас, похоже, это не имеет значения
Все еще держусь
К чему-то потерянному
Я не так силен, как думал
Это разбивает мне сердце
Но я не могу остановиться
Держусь, все еще держусь
Я был
И я помню, как ты сказал, что любишь меня
Каждый раз, когда я думал, что ты тот самый единственный
Всетэти воспоминания,
да, они все еще, черт возьми, преследуют меня
Я просто проснулся, и однажды ты ушла
Все еще держусь
К чему-то потерянному
Я не так силен, как думал, что был
Это разбивает мне сердце
Но я не могу остановиться
Держусь, все еще держусь
Я сказал себе, что со мной все будет в порядке
Но каждую ночь я думаю о тебе
Может быть, когда-нибудь я забуду
Но сейчас я все еще люблю тебя
Все еще любящий
Все еще любящий
Все еще держусь
К чему-то потерянному
Я не так силен, как думал
Я был
Это разбивает мне сердце
Но я не могу остановиться
Держусь, все еще держусь
@jonathanroyofficial
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@dominickainling
I'm exactly there man. I just turned 30, my lifesaver, friend, brother in arms and beloved Dog died after only 10 years. Just after that, my Love left me, because I was only holding on to not break with everything that happens. Every year the same, I go good and then, my world breaks apart in the next months. I don't know how I'll ever be good enough for me and next the people around me. Man, 10 years ago I saw me leaving Germany to Canada, because that's where Free Spirits want to go. But I have a hard time leaving my bed. Life is not fair, but I keep holding on..... one day all the good you radiated, every bruise you endured and every scar you closed with fears and tears will come back to you. Believe.
@juleejadloski8307
I to have almost the same story I feel everything u do
@libbywallace1
Thank you for opening up to me. I love you. Feel it in your heart. Thank you and I love you,
@GE071039
Thank You 😭
@nicolewagner6088
🙏💜❤️💜
@lisakenitz1104
Well said . At 55 my mountains have never ended...pneumonia last Dec. Put my dog down Dec 30th picking up friends drinking I saved them from falling on ice as I did broke my wrist.self employed that destroyed my financial situation and 7 yr relationship he was cheating on me with like 36 women ..I became homeless with no dog bad pneumonia and broken bones in 30 below weather 100% sober nor even pain meds or antibiotics nor any vaccine in 30 plus yrs I know without any doubt HOLDING ON TOO JESUS IS THE ONLY WAY. ❤🙏 🦅 🇺🇸 ✌ PRAYERS TOO ISRAEL 🇮🇱 DAILY. WE ALL HAVE TOO WARRIOR ON ..JESUS DID.
@me_Stanka
Let's face it, who hasn't experienced these exact emotions in their life? I think we all have. Once again a great song, Jonathan 👌. Congratulations 👏👏.
@user-vq9dt3yx6f
Holding memories and love for someone doesn't make us weak. REMEMBER THIS ❤
@antoinettecvz2
I just love your music, it inspires me to paint and I can get lost listening and painting. Thank you for the amazing music! I would love to see you live one day. ❤