Holding On
PORTER GREGORY Lyrics
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I thought that it would be easier than this
I thought my heart had grown colder
But the warmth of your kiss, I can't dismiss
Though my past has left me bruised
I ain't hiding from the truth
When the truth won't let me lie right next to you
But it's holding on
And it's holding strong
Even though I tried to make it
Played the part, but I can't fake it
It keeps holding on
And it's holding strong
Even though I tried to break it
Heaven knows that I can't shake it
Holding on
Holding on
Holding on
Holding on
I've seen times that were harder
I remember the taste of bitterness
Won't you help me, my father?
Help me fall in the love that I have missed
Though my past has left me bruised
I ain't hiding from the truth
When the truth won't let me lie right next to you
But it's holding on
And it's holding strong
Even though I tried to make it
Played the part, but I can't fake it
It keeps holding on
And it's holding strong
Even though I tried to break it
Heaven knows that I can't shake it
Whoa
Whoa
Holding on
Holding on
But it's holding on
And it's holding strong
Even though I tried to make it
Played the part, but I can't fake it
It keeps holding on
And it's holding strong
Even though I tried to break it
Heaven knows that I can't shake it
Holding on
Holding on
It keeps holding on
It keeps holding on
It keeps holding on
Holding on
Holding on
Holding on
Holding on
Holding on
Holding on
Holding on
In Porter Gregory's song "Holding On," he sings about persevering through tough times in a relationship. The weight of love appears to be a burden that he is struggling to handle, but despite his efforts to break free, the love he has for the other person keeps holding on. The chorus repeats the phrase "Holding on" multiple times emphasizing the resilient nature of love that is still present despite the difficulties experienced.
The lyrics suggest that the singer has been hurt in the past, "my past has left me bruised," but he isn't hiding from the truth about his emotions, and he wants to fall in love again. The bridge acknowledges that there have been times that were harder and the bitterness that can come with life experiences, but he is still holding on to his love, and it continues to hold strong.
Overall, "Holding On" appears to be an emotional song that highlights the struggles and hardships of love, but the message is that true, authentic love is a force that can't be broken or disposed of easily.
Line by Line Meaning
Weight of love on my shoulders
I feel the pressure of my love for you and it's taking a toll on me
I thought that it would be easier than this
I figured love would be simple and straightforward, but it's proving to be more complicated
I thought my heart had grown colder
I believed my past experiences had shut me off from love, but your warmth is proving me wrong
But the warmth of your kiss, I can't dismiss
Your affection is so powerful that I can't ignore it or pretend it doesn't matter
Though my past has left me bruised
I've been hurt before and still carry those wounds with me
I ain't hiding from the truth
I'm not running away from the reality of my feelings for you
When the truth won't let me lie right next to you
I can't ignore the honest emotions I have when I'm with you
But it's holding on
This love is persistent and won't let go
And it's holding strong
It's enduring and unwavering
Even though I tried to make it
I attempted to escape or sabotage this love, but it remained
Played the part, but I can't fake it
I tried to act like my feelings weren't real, but it was impossible to pretend
Heaven knows that I can't shake it
I can't rid myself of this love, no matter how hard I try
I've seen times that were harder
I've been through difficult trials in the past
I remember the taste of bitterness
I recall the painful memories and emotions I've experienced in the past
Won't you help me, my father?
I'm asking for guidance and support from a paternal figure
Help me fall in the love that I have missed
Please assist me in finding and experiencing the love that I've been deprived of
Holding on
This love won't let go
Holding on
It's persistent
Holding on
It's enduring
Holding on
It's unwavering
Whoa
An exclamation of strong emotion or feeling
Whoa
An exclamation of strong emotion or feeling
It keeps holding on
This love remains persistent and enduring
It keeps holding on
It won't let go
It keeps holding on
It's unwavering
Holding on
This love persists
Holding on
It's still here
Holding on
It won't let go
Holding on
It endures
Holding on
It's persistent
Holding on
It's unwavering
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GREGORY PORTER, JAMES JOHN NAPIER, HOWARD JOHN LAWRENCE, GUY WILLIAM LAWRENCE
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Weight of love on my shoulders
I thought that it would be easier than this
I thought my heart had grown colder
But the warmth of your kiss, I can't dismiss
Though my past has left me bruised
I ain't hiding from the truth
When the truth won't let me lie right next to you
But it's holding on
And it's holding strong
Even though I tried to make it
Played the part, but I can't fake it
It keeps holding on
And it's holding strong
Even though I tried to break it
Heaven knows that I can't shake it
Holding on
Holding on
Holding on
Holding on
I've seen times that were harder
I remember the taste of bitterness
Won't you help me, my father?
Help me fall in the love that I have missed
Though my past has left me bruised
I ain't hiding from the truth
When the truth won't let me lie right next to you
But it's holding on
And it's holding strong
Even though I tried to make it
Played the part, but I can't fake it
It keeps holding on
And it's holding strong
Even though I tried to break it
Heaven knows that I can't shake it
Whoa
Whoa
Holding on
Holding on
But it's holding on
And it's holding strong
Even though I tried to make it
Played the part, but I can't fake it
It keeps holding on
And it's holding strong
Even though I tried to break it
Heaven knows that I can't shake it
Holding on
Holding on
It keeps holding on
It keeps holding on
It keeps holding on
Holding on
Holding on
Holding on
Holding on
Holding on
Holding on
Holding on
@tevieswright1481
Nothing But some relaxing music for THE 2023🦾🦾🦾
@bernardwhipple6844
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@elleanderson563
Grown folks’ business 💙🦋🎶🙏🏾 I can listen to this song all day.
@sandrae4494
Gregory Porter has the voice of an angel ❤. And Kem is in a league of his own ❤
@toniiedward3398
THANK YOU GREGORY AND KEM FOR THAT BEAUTIFUL, AMAZING, AWESOME SONG.
10/28/22.
@katherinewhite6408
Oh, my!
This song reminds me of my past life... especially Kem(facial
resemblance of my annoying 🙄 Xx).
Lol.
Love this video and song...mwah.
@priscillabaylor791
2023
@BLACKSENSUALITY
Love this combination of Gregory & Kem. Two rich, beautiful soulful voices on smooth. This is the jam.
@ItsMissChas5
Yes... Its my new fave!
@iamkj6417
kem probably helped write it. my energy tells me so. he's not in tje visual for no reason....i write music