Holding On
Stan Walker & Ginny Blackmore Lyrics


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It's no surprise that we ain't in heaven,
We're on the Earth
But you, you meet me in my darkest cover
Can't count what you've worked
'Cause, baby when the waves crash over me
Baby, when the skies turn crazy
You're the only one that I want next to me, me
With every passing second, every drop of falling rain
I realize I'm lucky to be holding you
When my ground starts shaking and my bones start breaking
I realize I'm lucky to be holding you
We ain't in a perfect world, we used to bring the stars out
Used to freak my heart out, ooh oh
With every passing second, every drop of falling rain
I realize I'm lucky, I'm lucky, I'm lucky to be holding you,
Holding you, holding you, holding you

Thought I would always be alone, then you, you walked in like a tree
Your smile shine brighter than the sun, to me
Your heart is next to mine
'Cause, baby when the waves crash over me
Baby, when the skies turn crazy
You're the only one that I want next to me, me

With every passing second, every drop of falling rain
I realize I'm lucky to be holding you
When my ground starts shaking and my bones start breaking
I realize I'm lucky to be holding you
We ain't in a perfect world, we used to bring the stars out
Used to freak my heart out, ooh oh
With every passing second, every drop of falling rain
I realize I'm lucky, I'm lucky, I'm lucky to be holding you

And I know (I know)
What we've got is far greater than a dream
You become my everything (Yeah)
I know, (I know) we ain't perfect but I want you everyday
Could I be that lucky

With every passing second, every drop of falling rain
I realize I'm lucky to be holding you
When my ground start shaking and my bones start breaking
I realize I'm lucky to be holding you
We ain't in a perfect world, we used to bring the stars out
Used to freak my heart out, ooh oh
With every passing second, every drop of falling rain
I realize I'm lucky, I'm lucky, I'm lucky to be holding you,
Baby
Holding you




Yeah, yeah, yeah
I'm holding you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Stan Walker's song Holding You expresses gratitude and appreciation for the constant presence of a loved one in the singer's life. The opening lines, "It's no surprise that we ain't in heaven, We're on the Earth / But you, you meet me in my darkest cover," talks about the struggles and challenges of life but how the person he's holding on to gives him hope and lightens up his darkest days. The lines, "With every passing second, every drop of falling rain / I realize I'm lucky to be holding you" emphasizes how the singer feels privileged to be with this person and recognizes how his life has improved since having them by his side.


The chorus highlights the importance of the person, "You're the only one that I want next to me, me" emphasizing the idea that they are irreplaceable and essential to his existence. The lines, "We ain't in a perfect world, we used to bring the stars out / Used to freak my heart out," speaks to the idea that they have been through the ups and downs but that they have remained strong and continue to hold on to each other's love.


The bridge, "And I know (I know) / What we've got is far greater than a dream / You become my everything (Yeah) / I know, (I know) we ain't perfect but I want you every day / Could I be that lucky," conveys the realization that the love they have is pure and unconditional. The singer acknowledges that their relationship isn't perfect but that they still feel fortunate to have this person as their partner.


Line by Line Meaning

It's no surprise that we ain't in heaven,
We are aware that we are living on the imperfect Earth and not in heaven.


We're on the Earth
We exist on this planet called Earth.


But you, you meet me in my darkest cover
You stand by me even when I am in my lowest and darkest moments that I try to hide.


Can't count what you've worked
I cannot fully fathom or measure the extent of your contribution in my life.


'Cause, baby when the waves crash over me
When life's challenges become overwhelming and come crashing down like waves, you are the one I want by my side.


Baby, when the skies turn crazy
Amidst the unpredictable and chaotic circumstances of life, you are my constant.


You're the only one that I want next to me, me
You are the only one whom I desire and need to have beside me.


With every passing second, every drop of falling rain
I realize with each moment that passes, in any situation, I am truly fortunate to have you with me.


I realize I'm lucky to be holding you
I appreciate and recognize how grateful I ought to be for having you in my life.


We ain't in a perfect world, we used to bring the stars out
Although we live in an imperfect world, in the past, we used to create moments together that shined bright like the stars.


Used to freak my heart out, ooh oh
You used to set my heart racing and make me feel giddy with excitement.


Thought I would always be alone, then you, you walked in like a tree
At one point in time, I assumed that I would always be alone, but then you entered my life and brought a new kind of joy and stability.


Your smile shine brighter than the sun, to me
Your beautiful smile radiates and brings warmth and happiness to my entire being.


Your heart is next to mine
Our hearts beat as one, and our love for each other grows deeper with every passing day.


And I know (I know)
I am certain that


What we've got is far greater than a dream
Our love and what we share together is more fulfilling and beautiful than any mere dream could ever be.


You become my everything (Yeah)
You are not just someone I love, but you have become my everything: my best friend, confidant and companion for life.


I know, (I know) we ain't perfect but I want you everyday
I am aware that we are flawed individuals, but I will choose and desire to have you by my side every single day.


Could I be that lucky
I continually wonder how fortunate I am to have you in my life.


Holding you
The act of embracing and holding you close is the greatest gift and privilege of all.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: AEON MANAHAN, VIRGINIA BLACKMORE

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@upgarcia

It's no surprise that we ain't in heaven,
We're on the Earth
But you, you meet me in my darkest cover
Can't count what you've worked
'Cause, baby when the waves crash over me
Baby, when the skies turn crazy
You're the only one that I want next to me, me

With every passing second, every drop of falling rain
I realize I'm lucky to be holding you
When my ground starts shaking and my bones start breaking
I realize I'm lucky to be holding you
We ain't in a perfect world, we used to bring the stars out
Used to freak my heart out, ooh oh
With every passing second, every drop of falling rain
I realize I'm lucky, I'm lucky, I'm lucky to be holding you,
Holding you, holding you, holding you

Thought I would always be alone, then you, you walked in like a tree
Your smile shine brighter than the sun, to me
Your heart is next to mine
'Cause, baby when the waves crash over me
Baby, when the skies turn crazy
You're the only one that I want next to me, me

With every passing second, every drop of falling rain
I realize I'm lucky to be holding you
When my ground starts shaking and my bones start breaking
I realize I'm lucky to be holding you
We ain't in a perfect world, we used to bring the stars out
Used to freak my heart out, ooh oh
With every passing second, every drop of falling rain
I realize I'm lucky, I'm lucky, I'm lucky to be holding you

And I know (I know)
What we've got is far greater than a dream
You become my everything (Yeah)
I know, (I know) we ain't perfect but I want you everyday
Could I be that lucky

With every passing second, every drop of falling rain
I realize I'm lucky to be holding you
When my ground start shaking and my bones start breaking
I realize I'm lucky to be holding you
We ain't in a perfect world, we used to bring the stars out
Used to freak my heart out, ooh oh
With every passing second, every drop of falling rain
I realize I'm lucky, I'm lucky, I'm lucky to be holding you,
Baby
Holding you
Yeah, yeah, yeah
I'm holding you



All comments from YouTube:

@BobPullenMusic

the beauty in this physically hurts me

@upgarcia

It's no surprise that we ain't in heaven,
We're on the Earth
But you, you meet me in my darkest cover
Can't count what you've worked
'Cause, baby when the waves crash over me
Baby, when the skies turn crazy
You're the only one that I want next to me, me

With every passing second, every drop of falling rain
I realize I'm lucky to be holding you
When my ground starts shaking and my bones start breaking
I realize I'm lucky to be holding you
We ain't in a perfect world, we used to bring the stars out
Used to freak my heart out, ooh oh
With every passing second, every drop of falling rain
I realize I'm lucky, I'm lucky, I'm lucky to be holding you,
Holding you, holding you, holding you

Thought I would always be alone, then you, you walked in like a tree
Your smile shine brighter than the sun, to me
Your heart is next to mine
'Cause, baby when the waves crash over me
Baby, when the skies turn crazy
You're the only one that I want next to me, me

With every passing second, every drop of falling rain
I realize I'm lucky to be holding you
When my ground starts shaking and my bones start breaking
I realize I'm lucky to be holding you
We ain't in a perfect world, we used to bring the stars out
Used to freak my heart out, ooh oh
With every passing second, every drop of falling rain
I realize I'm lucky, I'm lucky, I'm lucky to be holding you

And I know (I know)
What we've got is far greater than a dream
You become my everything (Yeah)
I know, (I know) we ain't perfect but I want you everyday
Could I be that lucky

With every passing second, every drop of falling rain
I realize I'm lucky to be holding you
When my ground start shaking and my bones start breaking
I realize I'm lucky to be holding you
We ain't in a perfect world, we used to bring the stars out
Used to freak my heart out, ooh oh
With every passing second, every drop of falling rain
I realize I'm lucky, I'm lucky, I'm lucky to be holding you,
Baby
Holding you
Yeah, yeah, yeah
I'm holding you

@user-zb4ob8dg7u

Walked in like a tree? What😂😂😂

@tryphosaerika9302

@@user-zb4ob8dg7u it's when you walked in like a dream not tree. That part is wrong.

@hhhheeeeyyyy00

Love this song. I think i like this version more than the radio one. Both are amazing though!

@Mslangi07

This is perfect you can never get enough of this their voices sync really well together. So proud of the potential in New Zealanders. Proud kiwi.

@JayVOfficial

This is like major hollywood blockbuster movie material. 

@arpahkurniawan4331

2024, still the emotional sweet song ever and what a lyriccccc

@uinisefoochong5917

I had so much fun on this track thanx guys

@heidilittlemusic49

This is totally beautiful, goosebumps!! 

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