His debut album "State of Mind" also contains a guest apperance on harmonica by Stevie Wonder on the track titled "Expression of Love".
Raul Midón's debut on US television was The Late Show with David Letterman on June 28, 2005.
Keep on Hoping
Raul Midón Lyrics
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Do you know what it's like to be alone in love
With the one you adore?
Do you know what it's like to hold her?
Do you know what it's like to feel the way I do?
Well if she only knew
I'm gonna keep on hoping
And I'm gonna keep on hoping
That she likes my style
And I'm gonna keep on hoping
That one day she'll be mine
Did you ever wish you could get away?
And do you know what it's like to want her?
And to breathe her name
In every song you sing?
She is in everything
I'm gonna keep on hoping
That she catches my smile
And I'm gonna keep on hoping
That she likes my style
And I'm gonna keep on hoping
That one day she'll be mine
Did you ever wish you could get away,
Even for a day,
Where they don't know your name?
Did I ever think I could find someone
Who would be the one to love?
Do you know what it's like to wonder?
Yes I know what it's like to feel the way you do
And this one's for you
I'm gonna keep on hoping
That she catches your smile
And I'm gonna keep on hoping
That she likes your style
And I'm gonna keep on hoping
One day you'll find love
That's why I'm gonna keep on kissing
Her in my dreams
And I'm gonna keep on
Waiting for those yellows to change to greens
And I'm gonna keep on
Hoping one day she'll be mine
I'm gonna keep on hoping.
The lyrics to Raul Midón's "Keep On Hoping" convey the emotional turmoil of unrequited love. The song starts by the singer posing a series of rhetorical questions - "Do you know what it's like to wonder? Do you know what it's like to be alone in love with the one you adore?" - which immediately establish the theme of longing and unfulfilled desire. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the singer's desperate yearning: "Do you know what it's like to hold her? Do you know what it's like to feel the way I do? Well if she only knew." Here, we get a sense of the singer's helplessness and the depth of his feelings.
Despite the fact that his affections are unrequited, the singer is determined to stay hopeful. The chorus drives this message home, with the repetition of the phrase "I'm gonna keep on hoping" underscoring the singer's determination to hang on to his dream. He hopes that she might notice him - "She catches my smile" - and that she might even be attracted to him - "That she likes my style." The final line of the chorus, "That one day she'll be mine," is at once poignant and optimistic: the odds may be against him, but he's not ready to give up just yet.
The second verse draws out the theme of the singer's isolation: "Did you ever wish you could get away? And do you know what it's like to want her? And to breathe her name in every song you sing? She is in everything." Here, we see that the object of the singer's affection permeates every aspect of his life, and he can't escape her influence. The sense of longing and hopelessness is palpable. Nevertheless, the singer remains committed to his dreams, and through the repetition of the chorus, he channels his energy into his hopes for the future.
Overall, "Keep On Hoping" is a powerful and emotionally resonant song that captures the yearning and desperation of unrequited love. Through its repetition and its vivid imagery, the lyrics convey the singer's intense feelings, while also celebrating the power of hope and determination.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you know what it's like to wonder?
Have you ever been uncertain or curious about something?
Do you know what it's like to be alone in love
With the one you adore?
Have you ever experienced the feeling of being in love with someone who doesn't return your feelings?
Do you know what it's like to hold her?
Have you ever experienced the sensation of holding someone you love?
Do you know what it's like to feel the way I do?
Well if she only knew
Have you ever felt a strong emotion towards someone without being able to express it to them?
I'm gonna keep on hoping
She catches my smile
I will continue to hold onto hope that the person I love will notice and appreciate my affection towards them.
And I'm gonna keep on hoping
That she likes my style
I will continue to hope that the person I love will appreciate and be attracted to my personality and qualities.
And I'm gonna keep on hoping
That one day she'll be mine
I will persist in my hope and desire that the person I love will eventually reciprocate my feelings and become my significant other.
Did you ever wish you could get away?
Have you ever wished to escape or disconnect from reality for a while?
And do you know what it's like to want her?
And to breathe her name
In every song you sing?
She is in everything
Have you ever experienced having someone you love consume your thoughts and affect your every action or creation?
Did I ever think I could find someone
Who would be the one to love?
Have I ever believed that I could find someone to love and share my life with?
Yes I know what it's like to feel the way you do
And this one's for you
I understand the emotions and experiences you're going through, and this song is dedicated to you.
I'm gonna keep on hoping
That she catches your smile
I will continue to hope that the person you love will notice and appreciate your admiration and affection towards them.
And I'm gonna keep on hoping
That she likes your style
I will continue to hope that the person you love will find your personality and qualities attractive and alluring.
And I'm gonna keep on hoping
One day you'll find love
I will persist in my hope that you will eventually find a love that reciprocates your feelings and bring you joy.
That's why I'm gonna keep on kissing
Her in my dreams
I will continue to hold onto hope and passion by dreaming about kissing and being intimate with the person I love.
And I'm gonna keep on
Waiting for those yellows to change to greens
I will persist in my hope for a positive change or opportunity, and I will patiently wait for it to come to fruition.
And I'm gonna keep on
Hoping one day she'll be mine
I will maintain my hope and desire that the person I love will eventually reciprocate my feelings and become my significant other.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Fintage House Publishing
Written by: JASON THOMAS MRAZ, RAUL STERLING MIDON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@deiohinshaw8599
This song brought my wife and i together. We just celebrated our second anniversary. We get so giddy and joyous when we play this song now. Even when things are tough this song manages to makes us both smile and think about some truly amazing times together.
@itsgian
Oh my god. Raul's voice has to be one of the best I've heard in a while!
@lionshazz
there harmony is terrific, and it's really amazing how raul plays guitar, being that hes blind. sigh, I wish the girl that I "love" likes me back, she blushes really bad when we look into each others eyes
@TarynBell
Thumbs up if this was the first time you ever heard of Jason Mraz before "I'm Yours"
@Puccachou
was the magical power of this song ! :D
@Jane45567
LOVE RAOUL!! such a happy beautiful song much needed in these times.
@Gelev007
I love them.. and their voice(A)
@rustash
amazing talents combined equals absolute awesomeness
@sharonandiify
kinda best song ever!!!
@SubliminalLv7
it's so great when artists can sound this good with just a couple of guitars. true musicians. love this song!