The band's first five albums sold more than 10 million copies worldwide and have sold 17 million albums total. After their success waned in the late 1980s, the band split up in 1989 and its members pursued other musical endeavours including group and solo efforts. Brad Gillis and Kelly Keagy teamed up with bassist Gary Moon and released an album without the other original band members in 1995, but the band soon re-united to release two new albums in the latter half of the decade.
Jack Blades (bass/vocals)
Brad Gillis (guitars)
Kelly Keagy (drums/vocals)
Joel Hoekstra (guitars)
Christian Cullen (keyboards)
Hang On
Night Ranger Lyrics
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A day like any other day
I wish I could spend my time with you, yeah
'Cause I know I'm never gonna find
Someone who can be so kind
And I know you're fighting off a storm of emotion, oh yeah
I don't even know, ya
You need a better direction
I know it's right
And hang on, oh yeah, till tomorrow
Don't let your dreams slip away, oh
Hang on, oh yeah, for tomorrow
There's gonna be a better day
Oh, blue stone Monday
Just like any other day
I sharing my time with you, yeah
Long distance carry me
To the place that I wanna be
'Cause right now I'm feeling overwhelmed with emotion, oh yeah
What a night (what a night), full moon rising
I'll take you anywhere, oh
You and me (you and me), some good lovin'
Oh, come on and
Hang on, oh yeah, till tomorrow
Don't let your dreams slip away, oh
Hang on, oh yeah, for tomorrow
There's gonna be a better day
Oh, call down the thunder
Forget the rain, oh-oh
Hard to remember
Younger days
'Cause you think that the world's gone wrong
Never know if you don't stay strong
Can't feel if you don't belong
Oh yeah
Hang on
Hang on, oh yeah, till tomorrow
Don't let your dreams slip away, oh
Hang on, oh yeah, for tomorrow
There's gonna be
There's gonna be a better day
The lyrics to "Hang On" by Night Ranger convey a sense of longing and hopefulness amidst the mundane and challenging aspects of everyday life. The mention of "Blue stone Monday" represents a typical day, like any other, where the singer yearns to spend their time with someone they deeply care about. The lyrics express the belief that this person is unique in their kindness and understanding, and despite the storms of emotions they may be battling, the singer desires their companionship.
The chorus encourages perseverance and holding on to dreams, emphasizing the idea that tomorrow will bring a better day. There is an acknowledgement that feeling overwhelmed with emotions is natural, and the singer offers reassurance by suggesting that they will be there, ready to support and carry the other person to a place where they want to be. The mention of a "full moon rising" adds an element of romance and the promise of adventure, expressing the willingness to go anywhere with the person they cherish.
Line by Line Meaning
Blue stone Monday
Just another ordinary day
A day like any other day
No different from the rest
I wish I could spend my time with you, yeah
Desiring to be with you
'Cause I know I'm never gonna find
I understand that I won't find
Someone who can be so kind
Another person as kind as you
And I know you're fighting off a storm of emotion, oh yeah
Aware of your struggle with overwhelming emotions
Is it right (is it right) to feel this way
Uncertain if it's appropriate to feel like this
I don't even know, ya
I honestly have no idea
You need a better direction
You require a clearer path
I know it's right
I am convinced it's the correct choice
And hang on, oh yeah, till tomorrow
Keep holding on until the next day
Don't let your dreams slip away, oh
Ensure your aspirations don't fade away
Hang on, oh yeah, for tomorrow
Endure, as a better day awaits
There's gonna be a better day
A more favorable day is forthcoming
Oh, blue stone Monday
Just another ordinary day
Just like any other day
No different from the rest
I sharing my time with you, yeah
I am dedicating my time to you
Long distance carry me
Transport me across the distance
To the place that I wanna be
To the destination I desire
'Cause right now I'm feeling overwhelmed with emotion, oh yeah
Presently, I am consumed by intense emotions
What a night (what a night), full moon rising
Such an exceptional night, with the full moon ascending
I'll take you anywhere, oh
I am willing to go anywhere with you
You and me (you and me), some good lovin'
Together, experiencing true affection
Oh, come on and
Come on and
Hang on, oh yeah, till tomorrow
Keep holding on until the next day
Don't let your dreams slip away, oh
Ensure your aspirations don't fade away
Hang on, oh yeah, for tomorrow
Endure, as a better day awaits
There's gonna be a better day
A more favorable day is forthcoming
Oh, call down the thunder
Summon the power and intensity
Forget the rain, oh-oh
Disregard the hardships
Hard to remember
Difficult to recall
Younger days
Earlier, more carefree periods
'Cause you think that the world's gone wrong
Because you believe the world has turned negative
Never know if you don't stay strong
Won't realize unless you remain strong
Can't feel if you don't belong
Unable to experience if you don't fit in
Oh yeah
Oh yes
Hang on
Persist
Hang on, oh yeah, till tomorrow
Keep holding on until the next day
Don't let your dreams slip away, oh
Ensure your aspirations don't fade away
Hang on, oh yeah, for tomorrow
Endure, as a better day awaits
There's gonna be
A more favorable day is forthcoming
There's gonna be a better day
A more favorable day is forthcoming
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Bradley Frank Gillis, Jack Martin Blades, Kelly Keagy
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