Hold on
Mary Beth Lyrics
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Stopped on a dime, staring into space
And clarity comes, and clarity goes
But for all these epiphanies, I'm still lost, holding the roses
At the start of your life, are you given a golden key
To personalize, so carefully
And slowly you groove it, make it your own
And follow him home, examine his soul
And if the moment hums with something deep and low
Hold on, hold on
And if your timing comes like you're a single soul
Hold on, hold on....
I know it's hard, yeah, you've got a complicated scene
They tell you listen to your heart, yeah, whatever the hell that means
And whisper they may, but they will anyway
And it's you who'll be living each second in between
Confessions and awakenings
Street corner serenades, and midnight trains
Truthful fiction and the heart of things
Believing in the game
Time after time, feels like I'm fading away
Stopped on a dime, staring into space
And clarity comes, and clarity goes
But for all these epiphanies, I'm still lost, holding the roses...
In her song "Hold on," Mary Beth speaks to the human experience of feeling lost and disconnected, despite the moments of clarity and insight that come our way. She captures this feeling of aimlessness in the opening lines, "Time after time, feels like I'm fading away/stopped on a dime, staring into space." Despite the fleeting moments of insight, there is a sense of being lost and searching for something deeper, as she sings, "But for all these epiphanies, I'm still lost, holding the roses."
The song also touches on the idea of finding one's place in the world and following a path that feels right. Mary Beth sings about being given a "golden key" at the start of life, something unique and personal that we must take the time to find and understand. When we do find our place, we must follow it with intention and examine the souls of those who cross our path. This idea is summed up in the chorus: "And if the moment hums with something deep and low/Hold on, hold on/And if your timing comes like you're a single soul/Hold on, hold on."
The song also speaks to the challenge of navigating life's complexities and the pressure to listen to those around us. Mary Beth acknowledges that we all have a "complicated scene" and that people will offer their advice, but ultimately we are the ones who must navigate our own journeys. She sings about the range of experiences that await us, from "street corner serenades" to "midnight trains," but ultimately it is up to us to find our own truth and believe in the "game" of life.
Overall, "Hold on" is a poignant and introspective song that speaks to the universal experience of searching for answers and finding our place in the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Time after time, feels like I'm fading away
I often feel like I'm losing myself and my purpose in life.
Stopped on a dime, staring into space
I often find myself lost in thought, unsure of where to go next.
And clarity comes, and clarity goes
Sometimes I have moments of clarity and understanding, but they don't last forever.
But for all these epiphanies, I'm still lost, holding the roses
Even though I have moments of realization, I'm still feeling lost and unsure.
At the start of your life, are you given a golden key
When you're born, you're given a unique gift that helps you find your way in life.
To personalize, so carefully
It's up to you to find your own path and make your gift your own.
And slowly you groove it, make it your own
Over time, you shape your gift and make it uniquely yours.
And when you find where it fits well, swing it wide
Once you find where your gift belongs, embrace it fully and share it with the world.
And follow him home, examine his soul
When you find someone who shares your passion, get to know them on a deep level.
And if the moment hums with something deep and low
If you feel a strong connection with someone, hold on tight.
Hold on, hold on
Don't let go of something that's truly important to you.
And if your timing comes like you're a single soul
If the universe seems to be lining up in your favor, don't hesitate to take action.
I know it's hard, yeah, you've got a complicated scene
I understand that life is complicated and can be difficult to navigate.
They tell you listen to your heart, yeah, whatever the hell that means
People often give vague advice about following your heart without explaining what that really entails.
And whisper they may, but they will anyway
People will continue to offer their opinions and advice no matter what.
And it's you who'll be living each second in between
Ultimately, you're the one who has to make decisions for yourself and live with the consequences.
Confessions and awakenings
Throughout life, we experience many revelations and moments of realization.
Street corner serenades, and midnight trains
These moments can happen at any time or place, and can be unexpected.
Truthful fiction and the heart of things
Sometimes the most important lessons come from fictional stories that touch our hearts.
Believing in the game
Believing in yourself and the journey you're on is essential to finding fulfillment in life.
Lyrics © ASIL MARIE MUSIC
Written by: EPHRAIM LEWIS, JON QUARMBY
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