Chart performance:
It became a hit in his native UK, reaching number 18. It did not fare well on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number 83, but did better on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart, hitting number 9. It also did very well in Germany, reaching number 3 there, and is still gaining a lot of airplay in Central and Eastern European radios as well as in South America. Remix versions were released on 15 January 1993, and picked up massive airplay in clubs. It was number one on European top 20 "1993/02/13". The song went on to become the 11th biggest worldwide hit of 1993.
Recording:
The song was recorded during sessions for "Off the Ground". The overdub session has been told in detail by Italian percussionist Maurizio Ravalico in the book Paul McCartney: Recording Sessions (1969–2013). It took place on July 17, 1992.
Live performances:
The song was featured in the set list of 1993's The New World Tour. It was in hiatus until McCartney performed it again in Bogotá, Colombia on 19 April 2012 during his On the Run Tour—the first time performing a song from Off the Ground with his 2012 lineup. During the Out There Tour, McCartney performed "Hope of Deliverance" with all musicians in his band playing guitar, including the tour opener in Belo Horizonte.
Hope Of Deliverance
Paul McCartney Lyrics
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You will always be holding, holding
My heart in your hand
I will understand
I will understand someday, one day
You will understand always
Always from now until then
When it will be right, I don't know
What it will be like, I don't know
We live in hope of deliverance from the darkness that surrounds us
Hope of deliverance
Hope of deliverance
Hope of deliverance from the darkness that surrounds us
And I wouldn't mind knowing, knowing
That you wouldn't mind going, going along with my plan
When it will be right, I don't know
What it will be like, I don't know
We live in hope of deliverance from the darkness that surrounds us
Hope of deliverance
Hope of deliverance
Hope of deliverance from the darkness that surrounds us
Hope of deliverance
Hope of deliverance
Hope of deliverance from the darkness that surrounds us
Hope of deliverance
Hope of deliverance
Hope of deliverance from the darkness that surrounds us
Hope of deliverance
Hope of deliverance (I will understand)
Hope of deliverance
Hope of deliverance (I will understand)
Hope of deliverance
Hope of deliverance (I will understand)
The lyrics of Paul McCartney's song Hope of Deliverance describe the idea of hope in times of darkness and uncertainty. The song talks about two people who are hoping to find their way out of the darkness that is surrounding them. The first verse speaks of the hope and trust one person has for the other to hold their heart and to eventually understand each other. The second verse talks about the uncertainty of the future, but still continuing to hope for deliverance from the darkness.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "hope of deliverance" several times. This suggests that the only way to get through the darkness is to have hope, which can serve as a guiding light. The last verse suggests a plan to move forward together, indicating that even though they are unsure of what lies ahead, they are prepared to face it together by holding onto the hope of deliverance.
In summary, the song is about holding onto hope during times of darkness and uncertainty, and trusting that things will get better eventually.
Line by Line Meaning
I will always be hoping, hoping
I will always have hope
You will always be holding, holding
I hope you will always hold my heart
My heart in your hand
I hope you will hold my heart with care
I will understand
I hope to one day understand
I will understand someday, one day
I hope to one day understand
You will understand always
I hope you will always understand
Always from now until then
I hope you will always understand, through thick and thin
When it will be right, I don't know
I don't know when things will be perfect
What it will be like, I don't know
I don't know what the future holds
We live in hope of deliverance from the darkness that surrounds us
We hope for salvation from the troubles surrounding us
Hope of deliverance
We pray for salvation
And I wouldn't mind knowing, knowing
I wouldn't mind being certain
That you wouldn't mind going, going along with my plan
That you wouldn't mind following my lead
Hope of deliverance (I will understand)
I hope for deliverance and to understand it
Hope of deliverance (I will understand)
I hope for deliverance and to understand it
Hope of deliverance (I will understand)
I hope for deliverance and to understand it
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Paul McCartney
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@30abdelkader
I will always be
Hoping, hoping
You will always be
Holding, holding my heart in your hand
I will understand
I will understand
Someday, one day
You will understand
Always, always from now until then
When it will be right?
I don't know
What it will be like?
I don't know
We live in hope of deliverance
From the darkness that surrounds us
Hope of deliverance
Hope of deliverance
Hope of deliverance
From the darkness that surrounds us
And I wouldn't mind
Knowing, knowing
That you wouldn't mind
Going, going along with my plan
When it will be right?
I don't know
What it will be like?
I don't know
We live in hope of deliverance
From the darkness that surrounds us
Hope of deliverance
Hope of deliverance
Hope of deliverance
From the darkness that surrounds us
Hope of deliverance
Hope of deliverance
Hope of deliverance
From the darkness that surrounds us
Hope of deliverance
Hope of deliverance
Hope of deliverance
From the darkness that surrounds us
I will understand
(Hope of deliverance)
I will understand
(Hope of deliverance)
@leokimvideo
Off The Ground was one of Pauls best works. It's completely shadowed by all of his other incredible works.
@jnsn1899
I don't know, i do not know. Hope
@rainbowranddy
It's completely shadowed?
@fredkester6130
I agree, at the end of this song I hear: she said: come in my dear you're looking tired tonight
@dg-ov4cf
sort of defeats the meaning of the word best then doesnt it
@kichigan1
Such an awesome Album. All the tracks were amazing.
@sx20Ramar
All the McCartney songs give me a positive outlook on life. And that's been since 1964. What a great long ride with you Sir. Your music will go on forever.
@TheKat1959
Indeed 👍😊🎉🤗🙏👏
@cliveedwards2958
I agree...Paul understood that songs can be uplifting whether the song has a message or not..Lennon got very Precious about allways having some great message slagging off some of his great Beatles songs like I feel fine and Its only love..saying they were trite..completely ignoring the fact that they were uplifting and joyous..Paul understood songs could simply serve that purpose.
@joseoscarazevedolopes
que belo e verdadeiro comentário amigo