Hold My Hand
Michael Jackson Lyrics


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Ooh
Oh, alright
Ooh, Akon and MJ
Oh, yeah (yeah)

This life don't last forever (hold my hand)
So tell me what we're waiting for (hold my hand)
We're better off being together (hold my hand)
Being miserable alone (hold my hand)

'Cause I been there before and you've been there before
But together we can be alright (alright, yeah)
'Cause when it gets dark and when it gets cold
We hold each other 'til we see the sunlight (ooh, yeah)

So if you just hold my hand
Baby, I promise that I'll do all I can (hold my hand)
Things will go better if you just hold my hand
Nothing can come between us if you just hold (ooh)
Hold my (hold), hold my (hold), my hand (hold my hand)

The nights are gettin' darker (darker, hold my hand, oh)
And there's no peace, inside (inside, hold my hand, yeah)
So why make our lives harder? (Hold my hand, yeah)
By fighting love tonight, baby (so hold)

'Cause I been there before and you've been there before
But together we can be alright (alright)
'Cause when it gets dark and when it gets cold
We hold each other 'til we see the sunlight (yeah)

'Cause you could just hold my hand
Baby, I promise that I'll do all I can (if you just, if you just)
Things will go better if you just hold my hand (yeah)
Nothing can come between us if you just hold
Hold my (hold), hold my (hold), hold my hand (hold my hand)

I can tell that you're tired of being lonely (yeah)
Take my hand don't let go, baby, hold me (yeah)
Come to me and let me be your one and only (hold my hand)
'Cause I can make it alright 'til the morning (hold my hand)

I can tell that you're tired of being lonely (hold my hand)
Take my hand don't let go, baby, hold me (ooh, hold me)
Come to me an let me be your one and only (one and only)
'Cause I can make it alright 'til the morning (hold my hand)

Hold my hand (yeah)
Baby, I promise that I'll do all I can (hold my hand, hold my hand)
Things will go better if you just, hold my hand
Nothing can come between us if you just hold
Hold my (hold), hold my (hold), hold my hand (hold my hand)

Hold my hand (yeah, yeah)
All I can (yeah, yeah)
Hold my hand (woo)
Hold my hand (whoa, ahh)
Nothing can come between us if you just (ooh)
Hold my (ooh), hold my (ooh), hold my hand (ooh)
Hold my hand
Mmh





(Hold my hand)

Overall Meaning

The song "Hold My Hand" is a collaboration between Michael Jackson and Akon, released in 2010, posthumously after Jackson's death. The song is a powerful ballad that speaks of the importance of companionship and being in someone's company through the highs and lows of life. The lyrics are a reminder that life is transient, and we should make the most of the time we have by being with the ones we love. The song encourages us to join hands with another person and walk the path of life together, as we are better off being together than being alone.


The song's opening lines set the tone and prepare the listeners for a soul-stirring journey. Michael and Akon's collaboration is commendable, with each of them lending their unique styles and voices to the song. The line "Being miserable alone" captures the essence of the song's message, and the simplicity and repetition of the phrase "Hold my hand" give the listener a sense of comfort and familiarity.


As the song progresses, the lyrics encourage the listener to look beyond the darkness and hold on to hope. The line "We hold each other 'til we see the sunlight" reinforces the idea that companionship and support can help us weather the toughest storms. The song's chorus repeats the phrase "Hold my hand" several times, emphasizing the importance of sticking together in difficult times. The song's final lines leave a lasting impression on the listener, as Michael's voice fades away, leaving only the sound of the word "Hold my hand," echoing in the listener's mind.


Line by Line Meaning

Ooh
An expression of excitement and anticipation


Oh, alright
An expression of agreement and satisfaction


Ooh, Akon and MJ
Excitement for the collaboration of two iconic artists


Oh, yeah (yeah)
An expression of excitement and encouragement


This life don't last forever (hold my hand)
Life is temporary, so let's make the most of it and stick together


So tell me what we're waiting for (hold my hand)
Let's not waste any more time and start living in the moment together


We're better off being together (hold my hand)
We are stronger and happier together than we are apart


Being miserable alone (hold my hand)
Being alone can be lonely and unpleasant, but we can find happiness and comfort in each other


'Cause I been there before and you've been there before
We have both experienced tough times before


But together we can be alright (alright, yeah)
If we support each other, we can get through anything and be happy again


'Cause when it gets dark and when it gets cold
In difficult or challenging times


We hold each other 'til we see the sunlight (ooh, yeah)
We comfort and support each other until the hardships pass


So if you just hold my hand
If we are together and support each other


Baby, I promise that I'll do all I can (hold my hand)
I am committed to helping you and making things better


Things will go better if you just hold my hand
We can get through anything as long as we are together


Nothing can come between us if you just hold (ooh)
We are stronger together, and nothing can break us apart


The nights are gettin' darker (darker, hold my hand, oh)
Life can be difficult and uncertain


And there's no peace, inside (inside, hold my hand, yeah)
We can find comfort and safety in each other


So why make our lives harder? (Hold my hand, yeah)
Let's make things easier by being there for each other


By fighting love tonight, baby (so hold)
We should not fight against love, but embrace it and hold onto each other


I can tell that you're tired of being lonely (yeah)
I can sense that you are feeling alone and unhappy


Take my hand don't let go, baby, hold me (yeah)
I am offering my support and comfort to you


Come to me and let me be your one and only (hold my hand)
Let's be each other's partner and source of love


'Cause I can make it alright 'til the morning (hold my hand)
I will be there for you through the night and the tough times


All I can (yeah, yeah)
I will do everything in my power to support you and make things better


Hold my hand (woo)
An invitation to hold onto each other and support each other


Nothing can come between us if you just (ooh)
We are stronger together, and nothing can break us apart


Hold my (ooh), hold my (ooh), hold my hand (ooh)
An urging to physically hold onto each other for support and comfort


Mmh
An expression of deep feeling and emotion




Lyrics Ā© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Aliaune Thiam, Claude Kelly, Giorgio Tuinfort

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@DeSECTORoffical

Yeah
Yeah
This life don't last forever (hold my hand)
So tell me what we're waiting for (hold my hand)
We're better off being together (hold my hand)
Than being miserable alone (hold my hand)
Cause I've been there before
And you've been there before
But together we can be alright
Cause when it gets dark and when it gets cold
We hold each other till we see the sunlight
(So if you just)
Hold my hand
Baby I promise that I'll do
All I can
Things will get better if you just hold my hand
Nothing can come between us if you just hold
Hold my, hold, hold my, hooold, hold my hand
(Hold my hand)
The nights are getting darker (hold my hand)
And there's no peace inside (hold my hand)
So why make our lives harder (hold my hand)
By fighting love, tonight. (sooooo)
Cause I've been there before
And you've been there before
But together we can be alright (alright)
Cause when it gets dark and when it gets cold
We hold each other till we see the sunlight
So if you just hold my hand
Baby I promise that I'll do (If you just, If you just)
All I can
Things will get better if you just hold my hand (yeahh)
Nothing can come between us if you just hold
Hold my, hold, hold my, hold, hold my hand.
Hold my hand
I can tell you're tired of being lonely (yeahhh)
Take my hand don't let go baby hold me (hold mee)
Come to me and let me be your one and only (hold my haand)
So I can make it alright till the morning (hold my hand)
I can tell you're tired of being lonely (hold my hand)
Take my hand don't let go baby hold me (hold mee)
Come to me and let me be your one and only (one and only)
So I can make it alright till the morning (hold my hand)
Hold my hand
Hold my hand (yeahhh)
Baby I promise (hold my hand) that I'll do
All I can (hold my hand)
Things will get better (oohhhhoooo) if you just hold my hand (ooooo)
Nothing can come between us if you just hold
Hold my, hold, hold my, hold, hold my hand.
(Hold my hand)
Hold my hand (yeahh)
Baby I promise (yeahh)that I'll do
All I can (hold my haand)
Things will get better if you just (oohhoo) hold my hand
Nothing can come between us if you just hold
Hold my, hold, hold my, hold, hold my hand
Hold my hand



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