Holding On
The Churchhill Garden Lyrics
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tears come
wind flies
sun shines
in your smile
make me
before our
day ends
let me
feel warm
i thought only you
were safe from the truth
now here we are
holding on to something new
© 2018 demi haynes
The lyrics to The Churchhill Garden's song, "Holding On" are a reflection of the emotions and heartache that come with relationships. The opening lines, "tears come, wind flies, sun shines, in your smile," set the tone for the rest of the lyrics, conveying the idea of the ups and downs of a relationship. The singer is seeking comfort in a partner who makes them feel alive and connected to their emotions before the day ends.
The lines "I thought only you were safe from the truth, now here we are holding on to something new" seem to allude to the fact that the singer had lost faith in the idea of a lasting relationship, but has found new hope in this particular situation. The song reflects the vulnerability and fragility of relationships, as well as the idea of finding hope and comfort in someone else.
Overall, "Holding On" is a poignant exploration of the complex emotions and experiences that come with human relationships. The song speaks to the deep desires we all have to find connection and intimacy with others, while also acknowledging the heartbreak and struggle that often come along with these connections.
Line by Line Meaning
tears come
Emotional pain causes tears to flow.
wind flies
The world around us is constantly moving and changing.
sun shines
Amidst life's struggles, there are moments of joy and brightness.
in your smile
The love and happiness of another can bring light to one's life.
make me
I long to experience the emotions that come with truly living.
feel again
To rediscover the ability to fully experience life's emotions after being stifled by pain.
before our
There is a sense of urgency to fully experience life before it ends.
day ends
The finite nature of life and the need to fully live before its end.
let me
The desire to experience life's full spectrum of emotions before it's too late.
feel warm
To feel a sense of comfort and safety in one's environment and relationships.
i thought only you
There was a belief that one individual could protect me from life's harsh realities.
were safe from the truth
The realization that even the one thought to be a protector cannot shield me from the realities of life.
now here we are
Two individuals facing the harsh realities of life together.
holding on to something new
Together, we are clinging to the hope of a new and brighter future.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Andy Jossi
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@MauricioDeMacedo
This song is more than wonderful! ♥
@neilyoung5029
Great song and awesome video; well done guys.
@TheChurchhillgarden
thank you very
much
@b.entranceperium
Heard this on DKFM and was stoked to see it was Demi from Seashine on this song...