Hold Me
Modern Suspects Lyrics

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Next time
You say we're fine
You sold yourself a lie
You know
I believe if you ignore
You should fight like I fought for
The both of us
So hold me a little bit closer

‘Cause I'm afraid we're falling apart
I'm right here like I've always been
Your words used to make me blush
But now they're just
Conversation
Take these words written in stone frozen in ice alone
My hearts so cold, beats slow,
The truth is letting you go
This time
So I need you
So hold me a little bit closer
‘Cause I'm afraid we're falling apart
I'm right here like I've always been
You're so distant
So hold me a little bit closer
Cause I'm afraid we're falling apart
I'm right here like I've always been
You're so distant
So hold me a little bit closer
‘Cause I'm afraid we're falling apart
I'm right here like I've always been
You're so distant
So hold me a little bit closer

Cause I'm afraid we're falling apart
I'm right here, I'm right here

Overall Meaning

The song "Hold Me" by Modern Suspects tackles the issue of a relationship gradually losing its spark, and one partner's struggle to keep it alive while the other seems to be drifting away. The lyrics convey a sense of anxiety and fear of losing the person they love, as well as a plea for them to fight for the relationship just like the singer has been doing. The first verse speaks to the difficulty of trust when one partner has been lying, but despite this, there's still hope that they can overcome this obstacle together. The chorus repeats the plea for physical closeness, as the singer fears that their connection is slipping away.

The second verse brings in a new layer, as the singer acknowledges a harsh truth: sometimes, letting go is the right thing to do. The chorus is repeated multiple times, emphasizing the urgency and desperation of the situation. The final line, "I'm right here," is a reminder that the singer is still present and committed to their partner, despite feeling hurt and distant. The overall mood is one of vulnerability and longing, with a touch of resignation.

Overall, "Hold Me" is a poignant and emotional song that captures the complexities of love and relationships. It's a reminder that even the strongest connections can falter, but with effort and compassion, they can also be salvaged.

Line by Line Meaning

Next time
In the future

You say we're fine
You claim everything is okay between us

You sold yourself a lie
You deceived yourself with your own lies

You know
You're aware

I believe if you ignore
I think that if you neglect our relationship

You should fight like I fought for
You must fight for us similarly to how I fought for us

The both of us
For both of us

So hold me a little bit closer
Hold me nearer

‘Cause I'm afraid we're falling apart
Because I fear we're breaking up

I'm right here like I've always been
I'm still present, as always

Your words used to make me blush
Your words used to make me feel embarrassed in a good way