Take My Hand
Tara Strong Lyrics
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I like to think of us and
You know that shadows always fade
Open your heart, that's where we start
Take my hand, and we can walk together
Across this land, or places we remember
I can't stand, when darkness takes your light away
Some need to speak like tigers and try to scratch your soul
I like to soar like gliders and get you feeling whole
I get all your crazy ways
Open your heart, that's where we start
Take my hand, and we can walk together
Across this land, or places we remember
I can't stand when darkness takes your light away
I'm here no matter what they say
Only your eyes can see light, start to shine
I hear your song and your heart mixed with mine
Take my hand, and we can walk together
Across this land, or places we remember
I can't stand, when darkness takes your light away
I'm here no matter what they say
We'll sing the melody our way
Together everything's okay
In this song, Tara Strong is trying to reassure someone who feels lost and hopeless that she will be there for them through thick and thin. The first stanza suggests that the person she is talking to feels like nothing, but when they think of the two of them together, it gives hope that the shadows that are taking over will eventually disappear. The line "open your heart, that's where we start" encourages the person to open up and let her in, so they can start working on things together.
The chorus talks about walking together, with "across this land" or "places we remember" meaning that they can go anywhere and do anything together, either in the present or in memories of the past. The line "I'm here no matter what they say" reinforces the idea that Tara Strong will always be there for the person, and the darkness that is trying to take their light away will not win.
The second stanza is about different ways people try to cope with difficult situations. The line "some need to speak like tigers and try to scratch your soul" refers to people who become aggressive and try to bring others down. Conversely, "I like to soar like gliders and get you feeling whole" implies that Tara Strong believes in a more gentle approach, and tries to help heal the person in non-violent ways. The line "I get all your crazy ways / open your heart, that's where we start" suggests that Tara Strong understands the person in ways others might not, and that by opening their heart to her, they can begin to work on things.
In the final chorus, Tara Strong encourages the person to "sing the melody our way," implying that together they will create a new path forward, free from the darkness that once took away their light.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes you feel like nothing
At times, you might feel insignificant or worthless.
I like to think of us and
However, I prefer to focus on our relationship and our bond.
You know that shadows always fade
You are aware that negative emotions and situations do not last forever.
Open your heart, that's where we start
To begin, you need to let go of any emotional barriers and be receptive to my words.
Take my hand, and we can walk together
Hold my hand, and let's face whatever comes together.
Across this land, or places we remember
We can go to familiar places or explore new ones.
I can't stand, when darkness takes your light away
It is painful to watch you lose hope or feel down.
I'm here no matter what they say
I am here to support you regardless of what others might say or do.
Some need to speak like tigers and try to scratch your soul
Some people are cruel and might intentionally try to hurt your feelings.
I like to soar like gliders and get you feeling whole
On the other hand, I aim to give you peace and make you feel complete.
I get all your crazy ways
I understand you, even when others might not be able to.
Only your eyes can see light, start to shine
Only you can choose to see the good in your life and let it shine.
I hear your song and your heart mixed with mine
I can feel your emotions and thoughts merging with mine.
We'll sing the melody our way
Together, we will create our own version of what happiness means.
Together everything's okay
With each other, we can face whatever comes our way and still find comfort.
Contributed by Kaelyn G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.