Hang On
Seven Mary Three Lyrics


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So you're sticky and you're young and your head is like a sponge
Go to keep yourself, keep you from becoming one
Get up off of your knees!
You feel a tick in your stomach and it's eating towards your heart
A subtle, constant shiver from the bottom to the top

Get up off of your knees!
Someone needs to be an anthem for the end of suffering?
As revealed in the end there are parallels in life
If there's fission in the bomb then there's fission in your mind
Don't melt down on me!
Someone needs to be an anthem for the end of suffering?

Hang on to me
Don't disintegrate as you're discovering
There's a man in a dream doing laps around a lake
Busy talking to himself living dying just the same

Don't think he was me!
I believe the middle takes the man out to the edge
And then I don't want to wait
I can be a wall around you, under any covering I'll find you

Hang on to me
Someone needs to be an anthem for the end of suffering?
Paint the caves of your existence with the colors of your mind
Find a color for commitment, one that satisfies

Sounds easy to me!
I can be a wall around you, under any covering I'll find you
Hang on to me
Don't disintegrate as you're discovering




Hang on to me
Someone needs to be an anthem for the end of suffering?

Overall Meaning

The song "Hang On" by Seven Mary Three seems to encourage the listener to hold on to their individuality and not become like everyone else, even if it's difficult. The first verse describes someone who is young and impressionable, and the singer urges them to "get up off of [their] knees" and resist conforming to others' expectations. The tick in the stomach could represent anxiety or fear about the consequences of being different, but the shiver up the spine could be interpreted as a sign of excitement and anticipation.


The chorus repeats the message of holding on, and the bridge suggests that the journey to self-discovery can feel a little crazy at times. The man in the dream going around in circles and talking to himself might represent the different voices or conflicting thoughts that a person might encounter when trying to figure out who they are. The singer says that the middle takes the man to the edge, which could mean that the journey to finding oneself takes a lot of effort and might be uncomfortable. However, the singer still encourages the listener to hold on and not give up, promising to be a constant support.


Overall, "Hang On" seems to be a message of hope for anyone who feels pressured to fit in and conform. The song suggests that it's okay to be different and that there is something valuable about each person's individual perspective.


Line by Line Meaning

So you're sticky and you're young and your head is like a sponge
You're going through a time of absorbing new experiences and knowledge, feeling unsure of yourself but energized by the possibilities of life.


Go to keep yourself, keep you from becoming one
You need to maintain your individuality and not let others' expectations or society's norms shape your identity.


Get up off of your knees!
You need to take action and assert yourself, rather than passively accepting your circumstances or others' control over you.


You feel a tick in your stomach and it's eating towards your heart
You sense deep down that something is wrong or unsettling, and it's starting to affect you emotionally and physically.


A subtle, constant shiver from the bottom to the top
You're experiencing a persistent sense of unease or anxiety, from your core to your surface.


Someone needs to be an anthem for the end of suffering?
There is a yearning for someone or something to offer hope or comfort in the face of pain and struggle.


As revealed in the end there are parallels in life
In retrospect, you can see how your experiences connect and form patterns, giving you insight into yourself and the world.


If there's fission in the bomb then there's fission in your mind
The same forces that create destruction and chaos in the world can also be found within your own thoughts and feelings, capable of causing inner turmoil.


Don't melt down on me!
Don't let your stresses or problems overwhelm you to the point of breaking down or losing control.


Hang on to me
This is a plea for emotional support and connection, for someone to offer a lifeline or anchor when feeling adrift or overwhelmed.


Don't disintegrate as you're discovering
As you explore and learn, don't let yourself fall apart or lose your sense of purpose or identity.


There's a man in a dream doing laps around a lake
This is a metaphor for the circular or repetitive nature of life, where you may feel stuck in a pattern of monotony.


Busy talking to himself living dying just the same
The man in the dream is caught up in his own thoughts and concerns, oblivious to the larger forces of existence and the commonality of life and death.


Don't think he was me!
This is a distancing from the man in the dream, a refusal to identify with or become like him.


I believe the middle takes the man out to the edge
This suggests that the challenges and struggles of life can push you to grow and evolve beyond your comfort zone, leading to transformation and progress.


And then I don't want to wait
There is a sense of urgency or impatience to seize opportunities and make the most of life's possibilities.


I can be a wall around you, under any covering I'll find you
This is another request for support or protection, a promise to provide a sanctuary or shield from life's hardships.


Paint the caves of your existence with the colors of your mind
This advises you to bring creativity and imagination to your life, to make it more vibrant and meaningful by infusing it with your own colors and designs.


Find a color for commitment, one that satisfies
This encourages you to find a passion or purpose that truly resonates with you, and to pursue it with dedication and enthusiasm.


Sounds easy to me!
This line is likely sarcastic or ironic, expressing the idea that following your dreams or finding fulfillment in life is not necessarily easy or simple.




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Written by: JASON ROSS

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