Hanging on Me
Pitty Sing Lyrics


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Heart attack, attack I wanna be dressed in circles
I wanna be over, I wanna be over
Heart attack, attack I follow the men of elbows
I wanna be stolen, I wanna be stolen
And just a minute here and just a minute there
And when the end has come we won't be anywhere
Ask the heart again, ask the heart again
And when it says hello then you just leave again
I love you anyway, I love you anyway
But when our love is black you always go away
I never have to say I know

And now I can't feel you hanging on me
Stay with me and never leave me
No one else can feel the way you do

Heart attack, attack I follow the holy soldiers
I wanna be so good, I wanna be so good
And just a minute there, and just a minute there
And when the end has come we won't be anywhere
And this I ask of you only me to you
And to a miracle is where we're going to
I can't control myself, I can't control myself
But when the end has come you copy no one else
I never have to say I know
And now I can't feel you hanging on me
Stay with me and never leave me
No one else can feel the way you do

Heart attack, attack I follow the holy soldiers
I wanna be so good, I wanna be so good
And I just fly, I just fly in my mind




And how could I ever be so ordinary even when you're there
You're always there, you're always there I know

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Pitty Sing's song "Hanging on Me" can be interpreted in a few different ways. One interpretation is that the singer is experiencing intense emotions, like a heart attack, and wants to feel fully alive. She wants to be consumed by her experiences and transcend her current state. She follows people who are strong and powerful, hoping to emulate them and be "stolen" by them. However, despite her desires, she also wants to be in control of herself and her emotions. She wants to ask her heart what it truly wants, but is afraid of the answer. She loves someone deeply but feels like they always leave her, and she can't fully express herself to them. The repeated line "I never have to say I know" suggests that the singer doesn't need to explain her feelings - they are unspoken but felt deeply.


Another interpretation of the song is that the singer is searching for meaning in a world that feels chaotic and empty. She wants to be "so good" like the holy soldiers she follows, but she's not sure how to achieve that perfection. The line "And to a miracle is where we're going to" suggests that the singer is hoping for a profound, transformational experience that will give her life meaning. However, she feels unsupported and lonely in her quest. Despite these challenges, she tries to find beauty wherever she can, even in the mundane ("how could I ever be so ordinary even when you're there / You're always there, you're always there I know").


Overall, the song can be seen as a plea for connection and meaning in a world that can feel isolating and confusing. The singer wants to feel passionately and deeply, but also to have control over her emotions and decisions.


Line by Line Meaning

Heart attack, attack I wanna be dressed in circles
The singer seeks excitement and unpredictability in life, and wants to break away from monotony.


I wanna be over, I wanna be over
The singer wants to leave behind their current state of mind or situation.


Heart attack, attack I follow the men of elbows
The singer is drawn to individuals who are assertive, with strong personalities.


I wanna be stolen, I wanna be stolen
The artist desires to be taken out of their comfort zone and experience something new.


And just a minute here and just a minute there
The artist is looking for spontaneous moments in life, where they can break free from routine.


And when the end has come we won't be anywhere
The singer acknowledges the fleeting nature of life and the inevitability of death, and wants to make the most of their time alive.


Ask the heart again, ask the heart again
The singer is searching for guidance from their own emotions and intuition.


And when it says hello then you just leave again
Even when the artist connects with someone or something, they cannot hold onto it for long, and must move on.


I love you anyway, I love you anyway
Despite the artist's inability to maintain lasting connections, they still hold love in their heart.


But when our love is black you always go away
The artist feels that their relationships are doomed from the start, and that their love is always short-lived.


I never have to say I know
The singer has come to accept and understand their own patterns and tendencies.


And now I can't feel you hanging on me
The artist no longer feels the presence of someone or something they had previously been attached to.


Stay with me and never leave me
The singer longs for a connection that lasts, something that they can cling to.


No one else can feel the way you do
The singer recognizes the individuality and uniqueness of the connection they crave.


Heart attack, attack I follow the holy soldiers
The singer is drawn to individuals who are virtuous, noble, or who inspire them in some way.


I wanna be so good, I wanna be so good
The artist wants to live up to their own expectations of morality or excellence.


And this I ask of you only me to you
The artist is reaching out to someone specific, and only wants their attention and affection in return.


And to a miracle is where we're going to
The singer has hope for something extraordinary or exciting in the future.


I can't control myself, I can't control myself
The singer feels a sense of powerlessness in their own life, lacking control over their circumstances or actions.


But when the end has come you copy no one else
The artist hopes to have their own unique experience or legacy, even if it means not fitting into societal norms.


And now I can't feel you hanging on me
The artist still feels detached from someone or something they once held onto closely.


Stay with me and never leave me
The artist still longs for a lasting connection and companionship.


No one else can feel the way you do
The singer recognizes the individuality and uniqueness of the connection they crave.


And I just fly, I just fly in my mind
The artist escapes their current reality through imagination and daydreaming.


And how could I ever be so ordinary even when you're there
The singer longs to break free from expectations of them even when someone else is present in their life.


You're always there, you're always there I know
The singer recognizes the constancy of something or someone in their life, even if they cannot always feel their presence.




Lyrics © THE BICYCLE MUSIC COMPANY
Written by: PAUL HOLMES

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

S G

It's a heartache
Nothing but a heartache
Hits you when it's too late
Hits you when you're down

It's a fool's game
Nothing but a fools game
Standing in the cold rain
Feeling like a clown

It's a heartache
Nothing but a heartache
Love him till your arms break
Then he lets you down

It ain't right with love to share
When you find he doesn't care for you
It ain't wise to need someone
As much as I depended on you

It's a heartache
Nothing but a heartache
Hits you when it's too late
Hits you when you're down

It's a fool's game
Nothing but a fools game
Standing in the cold rain
Feeling like a clown


It ain't right with love to share
When you find he doesn't care for you
It ain't wise to need someone
As much as I depended on you

Oh, it's a heartache
Nothing but a heartache
Love him till your arms break
Then he lets you down

It's a fools game
Standing in the cold rain
Feeling like a clown
It's a heartache
Love him till your arms break
Then he lets you down
It's a fools game
Standing in the cold rain



All comments from YouTube:

Steve Wilson

When ever Puddles sings any song we can all understand every word, a pleasure listening to this legend

Dennis Arkenberg

Absolutely

Live Pono

Puddles can sing literally anything and move me emotionally. That is a true gift and talent.

Elayna Chigbrow

You can take any song and make it better somehow. Your voice is golden.

Sal Guglielmino

This guy should be famous. He's got so much talent and such a unique style. Everything he does is great.

Tim Svea

I like this performance of the song. It's the best version I have ever heard. Good work, Puddles! Very cathartic.

Robert Tisch

What a Goddamned wonderful artist! every time I come to his channel, I'm blown away! Thank you, Puddles!

Debra Rabin

I saw Puddles in Madison, WI tonight. He performed for nearly 2 hours straight.The time went by so quickly. He is entrancing. I am deeply moved. Amazing voice. Amazing performance. Laughed and cried. Puddles generates love. Hugs Hugs Hugs. Thank you Puddles for sharing your force and love.

Jubal Calif

Thanx for the comment, Debra ! Sounds like Puddles gave an amazing & awesome show ! So happy to hear it !

WORLD'S GREATEST IMPRESSIONIST

Is there any song this highly gifted performer doesn't improve. The man's whole act is brilliant

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