Just Hold On
Sub Focus & Wilkinson Lyrics
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Doom, cha-cha-cha, doom, cha-cha-cha
Oh-oh-oh
Ay, yeah yeah yeah
Oh, yeah yeah, ay
Oh, I, yeah
Ooh, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Oh-whoa, oh-whoa
Just hold on, just hold on
Just hold on
It's been a long time waiting
Too many friends have gone
You've gotta keep on faking
Whatever makes you strong, just hold on
Just hold on (just hold on)
Just hold on (just hold on)
Just hold on
It's been a long time waiting
Too many friends have gone
You've gotta keep on faking
Whatever makes you strong
Just hold on, just hold on
Just hold on, just hold on
Just hold on, just hold on
Just hold on, just hold on
Just hold on
Just hold on
Just hold on, oh
Just hold on
It's been a long time waiting
Too many friends have gone
You've gotta keep on faking
Whatever makes you strong
Just hold on, just hold on
Just hold on, just hold on
Just hold on, just hold on
Just hold on, just hold on
Just hold on
Just hold on
The lyrics of Sub Focus Wilkinson’s song “Just Hold On” convey a message of perseverance and resilience, particularly during difficult times when we may be losing people close to us. The opening lines suggest a sense of rhythm, with the repetition of the words “doom, cha-cha-cha”. As the song progresses, we are presented with the repeated phrase “just hold on”, conveying the idea of perseverance, and the importance of not giving up or losing hope. The lyrics also suggest that sometimes we may have to “keep on faking”, to appear strong, and hold on to whatever we can to stay afloat.
The song’s lyrics are simple, yet powerful, urging us to keep moving forward despite the challenges we may be facing. The repetition of the phrase “just hold on” functions as a reassuring reminder, and is coupled with an uptempo beat, creating an energetic and uplifting tone. The song’s lyrics seem to be telling us that difficult times are a part of life, and that the most important thing is to keep going and hold on.
In terms of the song’s musical style, “Just Hold On” features a strong bassline and a simple, yet catchy melody that is sure to stick in the listener's head. The song is very upbeat and danceable, with an infectious energy that is underscored by the repetition of the phrase “just hold on”.
Line by Line Meaning
One that has more of a, a break and start
This is a song that will have more of a pause and then restart quickly.
Doom, cha-cha-cha, doom, cha-cha-cha
This line is simply the beat of the song.
Oh-oh-oh
This non-verbal sound is an expression of excitement or anticipation.
Ay, yeah yeah yeah
The artist is expressing positive approval or agreement.
Oh, yeah yeah, ay
The artist is expressing happiness and positive emotion.
Oh, I, yeah
The singer may be expressing some sort of personal connection or understanding.
Ooh, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
The singer is expressing agreement and excitement.
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
The artist is expressing agreement and approval.
Oh-whoa, oh-whoa
The artist is expressing excitement or surprise.
Just hold on, just hold on
This is the main repetition of the song lyrics.
It's been a long time waiting
The singer has been waiting for something for an extended period.
Too many friends have gone
The artist has experienced loss of friends and loved ones.
You've gotta keep on faking
The singer feels they must pretend to be stronger than they are.
Whatever makes you strong, just hold on
No matter what makes you feel strong, keep going and don't give up.
Just hold on (just hold on)
Same as before, this is the main repetition of the song lyrics.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Ian Griffiths, John Calvert, Mark Wilkinson, Nicolaas Douwe Douwma, Tom Griffiths, Tom Havelock, Vula Malinga
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@SubFocus
Thank you for all of the support on Just Hold On over the past month! It’s been great to see such a positive reaction to music we made in a different style and tempo.
The music video is now live and harks back to the halcyon days of raving - we’ll all be back there soon!
@daniilsliusar1681
Great vibe, stay productive 💥
@djfunkyjustus
You the man!
@esme7897
Amazing vibe. As always. Smashing it. 👍
@Cavalon3
Dude, the vibe on this is fucking amazing.
@terrokturok9873
More Breaks!
@spoonytom1
nearly 2 years later still my favorite choon, took a unsuspecting friend out for the first time in a 450 bhp car with this blasting, he said he will never forget it
@tommycash4175
Same buddy. Except mine was on a turbo 240bhp mt09 bike 🙉💞
@jackofalltemposdigitalchil7483
He had to hang on mentally and physically 😝
@K1ZLAR
Choon 👍