Founde… Read Full Bio ↴The Frank and Walters are a pop/rock band from Cork, Ireland.
Founded in 1990 the group (named in honour of two eccentric Cork characters) are Paul Linehan (vocalist/bassist), his brother Niall Linehan (guitar) (replaced by Kevin Pedreschi in 2004) and Ashley Keating (drums).
Signing to the Setanta label in 1991, the group debuted with album EP1, and the lead track "Fashion Crisis Hits New York" became an indie hit. The follow-up album EP.2 was quickly forthcoming.
Shortly after signing to the Go! Discs label, The Franks partnered with producer Edwyn Collins to record the Happy Busman EP. Success in the UK was not far away, and following a tour in support of Carter USM, an Ian Broudie remix of the LP track After All reached the top twenty in the UK Singles Chart, peaking at number 11.
After a long sabbatical, the group returned with Grand Parade (with contributions from Gus Dudgeon), and the Indian Ocean EP in 1997. This was followed with Beauty Becomes More Than Life in 1998 and Glass in 2000. Setanta released a well received "Best of" in 2002.
In 2004 Niall Linehan left the band and was replaced by a friend of the band, Kevin Pedreschi. The band signed a new deal with FIFA Records in Ireland, and released a B-sides triple album, Souvenirs, in October 2005.
The band released a new album, Renewed Interest In Happiness, on October 27th 2006 possibly their most complete work to date.
Hold on
The Frank and Walters Lyrics
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I got a feeling of a groove and I let it go
My mind is easy and the mood is so fine
But the sun don't shine
My jeans are old, I wouldn't care
And I know I haven't many things that I could share
I got no money therefore not much chow
But I'm happy now
Hold on, hold on, my dream
Hold on, my dream
I got a friend, yes he would say
Keep your troubles and the pain in the neck far away
Just start dreaming let your feelings flow
That's when humans grow
I meet you guys in my wonderland
Keep on living there hand in hand
And we know it's not just fantasy
We just let it be
Hold on, hold on, my dream
Hold on, hold on, my dream
Hold on, my dream
Hold on, hold on, my dream
Hold on, hold on, my dream
Hold on, my dream
I wake up and I feel you near
Then you touch me and you calmly whisper in my ear
There's a place that you ought to know
That's where humans grow
Let us go to this wonderland
And I tell you it's a place where you understand
It's like a song with a melody
That makes you see
Hold on, hold on, my dream
Hold on, hold on, my dream
Hold on, my dream
Hold on, hold on, my dream
Hold on, hold on, my dream
Hold on, my dream
Hold on, hold on, my dream
Hold on, hold on, my dream
Hold on, my dream
Hold on, hold on, my dream
Hold on, hold on, my dream
Hold on, my dream
My dream
The lyrics to "Hold on" by The Frank and Walters convey a message of hope, resilience, and the power of dreams. The song begins with the singer reflecting on a feeling of positivity and letting go of any worries. Despite not having material possessions or wealth, the singer declares their happiness in the present moment. The repeated line "hold on, my dream" serves as a mantra, urging the listeners to persevere and hold on to their dreams, no matter the circumstances.
The song emphasizes the importance of friendship and the support of loved ones. The singer mentions a friend who advises them to keep troubles and pain at bay, encouraging them to focus on dreaming and letting their feelings flow. This idea of escaping to a "wonderland" is portrayed as a place where people can grow and understand one another. The lyrics suggest that this wonderland is not merely a fantasy but rather a state of mind that allows individuals to find solace and meaning in life.
In the final verse, the singer describes waking up and feeling the presence of a loved one. This person whispers about a place that the singer should know—a place where humans grow. This serves as an invitation to explore the possibilities of personal growth and understanding. The song concludes by reinforcing the idea that dreams and melodies have the power to make us see and perceive the world in a different light.
Overall, "Hold on" by The Frank and Walters encourages listeners to hold on to their dreams, find solace in personal connections, and embrace the potential for growth and understanding.
Line by Line Meaning
Thinking of a song, you know
Reflecting on a melody that brings joy and inspiration
I got a feeling of a groove and I let it go
Embracing the rhythm and letting it flow freely
My mind is easy and the mood is so fine
Feeling relaxed and content
But the sun don't shine
Facing challenges and obstacles
My jeans are old, I wouldn't care
Not concerned with material possessions or appearances
And I know I haven't many things that I could share
Acknowledging a lack of material wealth or possessions
I got no money therefore not much chow
Lacking financial resources and limited food
But I'm happy now
Finding joy and contentment despite the circumstances
Hold on, hold on, my dream
Maintaining hope and perseverance for the desired future
I got a friend, yes he would say
Having a companion who offers guidance and support
Keep your troubles and the pain in the neck far away
Avoiding stress and negative emotions
Just start dreaming let your feelings flow
Imagining and allowing emotions to guide
That's when humans grow
Experiencing personal growth and development
I meet you guys in my wonderland
Encountering like-minded individuals in a magical place
Keep on living there hand in hand
Continuing to exist together, united
And we know it's not just fantasy
Recognizing that this world is real, not just imaginary
We just let it be
Accepting and embracing the situation
I wake up and I feel you near
Awakening and sensing a strong presence
Then you touch me and you calmly whisper in my ear
Experiencing comforting and reassuring words
There's a place that you ought to know
Informing about a place of importance
That's where humans grow
A place where individuals evolve and develop
Let us go to this wonderland
Inviting to explore and visit this magical realm
And I tell you it's a place where you understand
Ensuring that in this place, understanding is found
It's like a song with a melody
Comparing it to a song that brings harmony and joy
That makes you see
That brings clarity and insight
Hold on, hold on, my dream
Maintaining hope and perseverance for the desired future
Hold on, hold on, my dream
Maintaining hope and perseverance for the desired future
Hold on, my dream
Maintaining hope and perseverance for the desired future
Hold on, hold on, my dream
Maintaining hope and perseverance for the desired future
Hold on, hold on, my dream
Maintaining hope and perseverance for the desired future
Hold on, my dream
Maintaining hope and perseverance for the desired future
Hold on, hold on, my dream
Maintaining hope and perseverance for the desired future
Hold on, hold on, my dream
Maintaining hope and perseverance for the desired future
Hold on, my dream
Maintaining hope and perseverance for the desired future
Hold on, hold on, my dream
Maintaining hope and perseverance for the desired future
Hold on, hold on, my dream
Maintaining hope and perseverance for the desired future
Hold on, my dream
Maintaining hope and perseverance for the desired future
My dream
The vision and aspiration that drives me
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Written by: Walter Gahr
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