Hold On To Happiness
Rhys Lewis Lyrics


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It was golden looking back
Some kind of heaven in my hands
For so long
And I was busy making plans
Couldn't see the things I had
'Til they are all gone
Well so much has passed me by
And I didn't realize

So try 'til your dying breath
To hold on to happiness
'Cause life's just a moment
And one day it's over
And it's cruel how the time can pass
The deepest rivers moves so fast
And life's just a moment
So know when it's golden
Hold on, hold on, hold on
Hold on to happiness
Hold on, hold on, hold on

Well I miss talking late at night
Getting drunk on cheap red wine
Yeah, we were so close
So now I'm trying not to waste the untamed seconds of the day
'Cause I know
That so much can pass you by
You don't even realize

So try 'til your dying breath
To hold on to happiness
'Cause life's just a moment
And one day it's over
And it's cruel how the time can pass




The deepest rivers moves so fast
And life's just a moment
So know when it's golden
Hold on, hold on, hold on
Hold on to happiness
Hold on, hold on, hold on
Hold on to happiness

And treasure it while it lasts
'Cause you'll never get it back
Never get it back, no, no
And regrets can hurt the most
So when you got it don't let go
Don't let go

Just try 'til your dying breath
To hold on to happiness
'Cause life's just a moment
And one day it's over
And it's cruel how the time can pass
The deepest rivers moves so fast
And life's just a moment
So know when it's golden
Hold on, hold on, hold on
Hold on to happiness
Hold on, hold on, hold on
Hold on to happiness

Hold on to happiness

Overall Meaning

The song "Hold On To Happiness" by Rhys Lewis explores the theme of cherishing the joy and contentment that life has to offer. The lyrics reflect a realization of how easy it is to overlook the simple moments of happiness in our lives while being caught up in our plans and aspirations. The lines "Some kind of heaven in my hands for so long / I was busy making plans, couldn't see the things I had / 'Till they're all gone" emphasize the underlying message of the song. It's a reflection on missed opportunities and the importance of holding onto the fleeting moments of happiness.


The chorus encourages the listener to hold onto happiness until their dying breath because life is just a fleeting moment that can pass by quickly. The lyrics highlight the contrast between the transience of time and the lasting impact of holding onto happiness. The repetition of the phrase "hold on to happiness" serves as a reminder to prioritize and savor the joyful moments before they slip away.


Line by Line Meaning

It was golden looking back
Reflecting on the past, it was a time of pure happiness and beauty


Some kind of heaven in my hands for so long
I had a blissful and heavenly experience within my grasp for a significant period of time


I was busy making plans, couldn't see the things I had
I was too preoccupied with making future arrangements that I failed to appreciate the present gifts


'Till they're all gone
I didn't realize their worth until they were gone, lost forever


Well, so much has passed me by and I didn't realize
I've missed out on numerous opportunities and moments without even recognizing their significance


So try to your dying breath to hold on to happiness
Make every effort, even until your last breath, to cling onto moments of joy and contentment


'Cause life is just a moment and one day it's over
Life is fleeting, existing only for a brief period, and eventually comes to an end


And it's cruel how the time can pass, the deepest rivers move so fast
The passage of time can be merciless; it swiftly carries everything, even the most profound emotions, away


And life's just a moment, so know when it's golden
Life is transient, so it is crucial to recognize and cherish moments of extraordinary significance


Hold on, hold on, hold on, hold on to happiness
Don't let go of happiness, keep tightly grasping onto it


Well, I miss talking late at night
I yearn for the deep conversations we had during the late hours


Getting drunk on cheap red wine
We would indulge in the intoxicating effects of inexpensive red wine


Yeah, we were so close
Our connection was incredibly strong, and we were inseparable


So now I'm trying not to waste the untamed seconds of the day
Currently, I am putting effort into not squandering the unrestrained moments of each day


'Cause I know
Because I am aware


So much can pass you by, you don't even realize
Many significant experiences can slip away unnoticed, evading your awareness


And treasure, while it lasts 'cause you're never get it back
Value and appreciate something while you still have it because once it's gone, it can never be retrieved


Never get it back, no, no
Once it's lost, it can never be regained, absolutely not


And regrets can hurt the most
Feelings of remorse and sorrow can cause the greatest pain


So when you got it, don't let go, don't let go
Therefore, when you possess something valuable, don't relinquish your hold on it, don't release it


Just try to your dying breath to hold on to happiness
Make every effort, until your final breath, to retain your grip on moments of happiness


Hold on to happiness
Maintain a firm grasp on happiness, don't let it slip away




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Rhys James Lewis, Simon Aldred

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@dianaplugaru9293

lyrics:
It was golden looking back
Some kind of heaven in my hands
For so long
I was busy making plans
Couldn't see the things I had
'Till they are all gone
Well so much has passed me by
And I didn't realise

So try to your dying breath
To hold on to happiness
'Cause life's just a moment
And one day it's over
And it's cruel how the time can pass
The deepest rivers moves so fast
And life's just a moment
So know when it's golden
Hold on, hold on, hold on
Hold on to happiness
Hold on, hold on, hold on

Well I miss talking late at night
Getting drunk on cheap red wine
Yeah, we were so close
So now I'm trying not to waste the untamed seconds of the day
'Cause I know
So much can pass you by
You don't even realise

So try to your dying breath
To hold on to happiness
'Cause life's just a moment
And one day it's over
And it's cruel how the time can pass
The deepest rivers moves so fast
And life's just a moment
So know when it's golden
Hold on, hold on, hold on
Hold on to happiness
Hold on, hold on, hold on

Treasure it while it lasts
'Cause you're never get it back
Never get it back, no, no
And regrets can hurt the most
So when you got it
Don't let go
Don't let go

So try to your dying breath
To hold on to happiness
'Cause life's just a moment
And one day it's over
And it's cruel how the time can pass
The deepest rivers moves so fast
And life's just a moment
So know when it's golden
Hold on, hold on, hold on
Hold on to happiness
Hold on, hold on, hold on
Hold on to happiness

Hold on to happiness



All comments from YouTube:

@mione134

The Resident brought me here. And I'm glad it did. This music is beautiful.

@sincerelyomaina

:)

@vijayabala5042

Same here

@zaroena

Me too!

@suparnahari8241

High five!

@seanmulhall8335

What a great show with great music

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@LEvans-vg7sp

Just heard this played on The Resident and the lyrics stopped me in my tracks. I looked this up because this song is truly given to you by God. Especially after a year like 2020. Peace and blessings!

@marty6112

Just heard too from the resident

@perpetual08

I came from the resident too. It spoke volumes to me

@samwelclarence8561

Same

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