Hang On
Kari Kimmel feat. Ernie Halter Lyrics

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Hang on, hang on
Don't be afraid tonight
You're beautiful
So beautiful inside

Seconds, hours
That couldn't last one night
I need you here

Don't leave me behind

And I beg you not to go, too far away
I'll hold you closer, I won't ever let go
We'll trade it all, no one could ever
Come between us, break our love apart

Dream on, dream on
Anything you'd like
I'll follow you
Won't ever leave your side

With you nothing
Ever felt so right
I'll dance with you
Until the day we die

And I beg you not to go, too far away
I'll hold you closer, I won't ever let go
We'll trade it all, no one could ever
Come between us, break our love apart

Baby don't go too far away
I'll hold you closer, I won't ever let go
We'll trade it all, no one could ever
Come between us, break our love apart

And I beg you not to go too far away
I'll hold you closer, I won't ever let go

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Kari Kimmel feat. Ernie Halter's song "Hang On" speak to the beauty of remaining close to someone despite the fleeting nature of time. The lyrics acknowledge that time is limited, with "seconds, hours // that couldn't last one night," yet the singer urges the subject to stay close, "hang on, hang on // don't be afraid tonight // you're beautiful // so beautiful inside." This begs the question of what could be preventing the subject from staying close, with the singer imploring them not to "go too far away."

The lyrics also contain a promise to remain devoted to the subject despite any obstacles that may arise. The lines "we'll trade it all, no one could ever // come between us, break our love apart" display a strong sense of loyalty and steadfastness. There is a sense of optimism, perhaps even naivete, in the lyrics' unwavering faith in the strength of the relationship, coupled with the looming threat of time.

Overall, "Hang On" is a song about the beauty and importance of staying close to those who matter to us, regardless of the fleeting nature of time. It invokes a sense of loyalty, devotion and steadfastness.

Line by Line Meaning

Hang on, hang on
Stay, don't give up

Don't be afraid tonight
Don't let fear overcome you

You're beautiful
You are attractive

So beautiful inside
Your inner beauty shines

Seconds, hours
Time is fleeting

That couldn't last one night
The moment is brief

I need you here
I want you near me

Don't leave me behind
Stay with me

And I beg you not to go, too far away
Please don't leave me alone

I'll hold you closer, I won't ever let go
I'll be with you always

We'll trade it all, no one could ever
I'd do anything for you