I'll Keep Holding On
Sonny James Lyrics


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(Your love holding to your sweet love your love holding to your sweet love)
I'll keep holding on just to your love when all else is gone I'll have your love
With your hand in mine till the end of time I'll keep holding on to you
(Your love holding to your sweet love your love holding to your sweet love)
I'll be by your side when you need me always by your side when you need me
Hold you in my arms you'll be safe from harm I'll keep holding on to you
(Your love holding to your sweet love your love holding to your sweet love)
I'll keep holding on just to your love I'll keep going on just with your love




And each passing day from my heart I say I'll keep holding on to you
(I'll keep holding on to you)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Sonny James's song 'I'll Keep Holding On' paint a picture of a deep love that endures through any difficulty. The repetition of the phrase "your love holding to your sweet love" emphasizes the strength of the bond between the two lovers. The singer vows to hold on to their partner's love even when all else is gone, the promise of their love will remain.


The singer also pledges to be a constant source of support for their partner. They will always be by their side when they need them, holding them close in their arms to keep them safe from harm. The phrase "I'll be by your side when you need me" is repeated, illustrating the unwavering devotion of the singer.


The final verse reinforces the singer's commitment to their partner. They will continue to hold on to their love and go on with their lives as long as they have that love to guide them. They will hold on to their love until the end of time. Overall, the lyrics of 'I'll Keep Holding On' are a testament to the power of love to transcend any obstacle or challenge that may arise.


Line by Line Meaning

I'll keep holding on just to your love when all else is gone I'll have your love
I will remain committed to loving you, even when everything else in my life is falling apart, because your love is what I will always have.


With your hand in mine till the end of time I'll keep holding on to you
I promise to always keep your hand in mine and love you forever, until the end of time.


I'll be by your side when you need me always by your side when you need me
I will always support you and be there for you, no matter when or where you need me.


Hold you in my arms you'll be safe from harm I'll keep holding on to you
Whenever you need comfort or safety from the troubles of the world, I will hold you in my arms and protect you.


I'll keep holding on just to your love I'll keep going on just with your love
Your love is the only thing I need to keep pushing forward and moving on in life.


And each passing day from my heart I say I'll keep holding on to you
Every day, I am filled with love and gratitude for you, and I promise to continue holding on to our love.




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BOB TUBERT, SONNY JAMES

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

sauquoit13456

On this day in 1965 {June 6th} Sonny James' "I'll Keep Holding On" peaked at #2 {for 1 week} on Billboard's Hot Country Singles chart, for the week it was at #2, the #1 record for that week was "What's He Doing In My World" by Eddy Arnold...
As noted above, it reached #116 on Billboard's Bubbling Under The Top 100 chart...
Between 1952 and 1985 the 'Country Gentleman' had seventy-two records on the Hot Country Singles chart, forty-three made the Top 10 with twenty-three reaching #1*...
Mr. James, born James Hugh Loden, passed away at the age of 87 on February 22nd, 2016...
May he R.I.P.
* Between April of 1967 and October of 1971 he had sixteen consecutive #1 records on the Hot Country Singles chart, and "I'll Keep Holding On" was Sonny James' first of three of his records to peak at #2, his other two #2 records were "Room In Your Heart" in October of 1966 and "Only Love Can Break A Heart" in February of 1972...
And from the 'For What It's Worth' department, the remainder of the Hot Country Singles' Top 10 on June 6th, 1965:
At #3. "This Is It" by Jim Reeves
#4. "Don't You Hear" by Kitty Wells
#5. "Ribbon of Darkness" by Marty Robbins
#6. "Girl On The Billboard" by Del Reeves
#7. "Before You Go" by Buck Owens
#8. "Matamoros" by Billy Walker
#9. "Engine, Engine #9" by Roger Miller
#10. "Things Have Gone To Pieces" by George Jones



All comments from YouTube:

sauquoit13456

On this day in 1965 {June 6th} Sonny James' "I'll Keep Holding On" peaked at #2 {for 1 week} on Billboard's Hot Country Singles chart, for the week it was at #2, the #1 record for that week was "What's He Doing In My World" by Eddy Arnold...
As noted above, it reached #116 on Billboard's Bubbling Under The Top 100 chart...
Between 1952 and 1985 the 'Country Gentleman' had seventy-two records on the Hot Country Singles chart, forty-three made the Top 10 with twenty-three reaching #1*...
Mr. James, born James Hugh Loden, passed away at the age of 87 on February 22nd, 2016...
May he R.I.P.
* Between April of 1967 and October of 1971 he had sixteen consecutive #1 records on the Hot Country Singles chart, and "I'll Keep Holding On" was Sonny James' first of three of his records to peak at #2, his other two #2 records were "Room In Your Heart" in October of 1966 and "Only Love Can Break A Heart" in February of 1972...
And from the 'For What It's Worth' department, the remainder of the Hot Country Singles' Top 10 on June 6th, 1965:
At #3. "This Is It" by Jim Reeves
#4. "Don't You Hear" by Kitty Wells
#5. "Ribbon of Darkness" by Marty Robbins
#6. "Girl On The Billboard" by Del Reeves
#7. "Before You Go" by Buck Owens
#8. "Matamoros" by Billy Walker
#9. "Engine, Engine #9" by Roger Miller
#10. "Things Have Gone To Pieces" by George Jones

raymond brown

forgot all about this song. It's real nice, like so many from back then. I was raised on country and 50's r&r and a bit of jazz and classical. I apologize for forgetting Sonny James.

TheTomz71

all his songs r so well feel kindle give u the warm fuzzs never get enough

COUNTRY DOUG

Love this Song by Sonny James he was So Great Thanks,Keith

COUNTRY DOUG

Hes sensational a Great Singer and Guitarist Love his Style,Thanks Again for the Sonny James Songs,Keith

Richard Custer

@COUNTRY DOUG Yes, Sonny is still living in Tennessee. 

COUNTRY DOUG

Sonny was really special is he still living thanks again Country Doug

Richard Custer

I'm glad you enjoyed the song.

Marryann Lamb

Thanks Richard Great song.

Marryann Lamb

@Rebecca D thanks sis 🙏 love you

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