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This is what my heart's been waiting for
Hold me now, I'm finally fulfilled
Pick me up to dance and pick me up again
'Cause I, I didn't know what to do
I thought that feeling never ended
Then someone came around like you
Hold me now (my life is) I'm finally fulfilled
This is what my heart's been waiting for (and this is what my heart's been waiting for)
Hold me now (my life is) I'm finally fulfilled
Pick me up to dance and pick me up again
'Cause I, I'm never looking back again
Those times are gone, we'll stop pretending
I think I found a loving friend
There's nothing wrong with happy endings
Hold me now (my life is) I'm finally fulfilled
This is what my heart's been waiting for (and this is what my heart's been waiting for)
Hold me now (my life is) I'm finally fulfilled
Pick me up to dance and pick me up again
'Cause I
Hold me now
Hold me now
Hold me now
Hold me now
Hold me now (my life is) I'm finally fulfilled
This is what my heart's been waiting for (and this is what my heart's been waiting for)
Hold me now (my life is) I'm finally fulfilled
Pick me up to dance and pick me up again
'Cause I
Hold me now
Hold me now
Hold me now
Hold me now
The XX’s song “On Hold” is about finding love unexpectedly and being fulfilled by it. The lyrics describe a sense of completeness when the person they’re singing about holds them, and they’re finally able to let go of the past. The phrase “hold me now” represents the security and comfort that comes from being in a loving relationship.
The song also touches on the idea that finding love can happen when you least expect it. “I thought that feeling never ended / Then someone came around like you / You picked my heart right up and mended” shows that even when you’ve given up hope of finding someone, love can come in and change everything. The lyrics suggest that the person they’re singing about may have been a surprise, but they’re grateful for the happiness they bring.
In addition to the romantic lyrics, the song has a strong beat and pulsing synth that gives it an upbeat and energetic feel. This contrast between the joyful melody and the lyrics about finding love after a difficult time creates a powerful emotional tone that makes the song stand out.
Overall, “On Hold” is a song about the joy of finding love unexpectedly and the fulfillment that comes with it. The lyrics are expressive and heartfelt, and the music adds an energy that makes the song memorable and enjoyable to listen to.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Tim Van Berkestijn
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João Andrade Rodrigues
Lyrics
I don't blame you
We got carried away
I can't hold on
To an empty space
Now you've found a new star to orbit
It could be love
I think you're too soon to call us old
When and where did we go cold?
I thought I had you on hold
And every time I let you leave
I always saw you coming back to me
When and where did we go cold?
I thought I had you on hold
Where does it stop, where does it stop
Where do you dare me to
You've got the body, you've got the body
Dare me to, dare me to
Where does it stop, where does it stop
Where do you dare me to
You've got the body, you've got the body
I thought I had you on hold
Where does it stop, where does it stop
Where do you dare me to
You've got the body, you've got the body
Dare me to, dare me to
Where does it stop, where does it stop
Where do you dare me to
You've got the body, you've got the body
Dare me to, dare me to
My young heart
Chance to believe
We were destined
Young hearts
All need love
Call it a lesson
The stars and the charts and the cards make sense
Only when we want them to
When I lie awake staring in to space
I see a different view
Now you've found a new star to orbit
It could be love
I think you're too soon to call us old
When and where did we go cold?
I thought I had you on hold
And every time I let you leave
I always saw you coming back to me
When and where did we go cold?
I thought I had you on hold
I thought I had you on hold
I thought I had you on hold
Where does it stop, where does it stop
Where do you dare me to
You've got the body, you've got the body
Where do you dare me to, dare me to
Where does it stop, where does it stop
Where do you dare me to
You've got the body, you've got the body
You've got the body, you've got the body
Where does it stop, where does it stop
Where do you dare me to
You've got the body, you've got the body
Where do you dare me to, dare me to
Where does it stop, where does it stop
Where do you dare me to
You've got the body, you've got the body
Dare me to, dare me to
And every time I let you leave
I always saw you coming back to me
When and where did we all go cold?
I thought I had you on hold
I thought I had you on hold
I thought I had you on hold
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I don't blame you
We got carried away
I can't hold on
To an empty space
Now you've found a new star to orbit
It could be love
I think you're too soon to call us old
When and where did we go cold?
I thought I had you on hold
And every time I let you leave
I always saw you coming back to me
When and where did we go cold?
I thought I had you on hold
Where does it stop, where does it stop
Where do you dare me to
You've got the body, you've got the body
Dare me to, dare me to
Where does it stop, where does it stop
Where do you dare me to
You've got the body, you've got the body
I thought I had you on hold
Where does it stop, where does it stop
Where do you dare me to
You've got the body, you've got the body
Dare me to, dare me to
Where does it stop, where does it stop
Where do you dare me to
You've got the body, you've got the body
Dare me to, dare me to
My young heart
Chance to believe
We were destined
Young hearts
All need love
Call it a lesson
The stars and the charts and the cards make sense
Only when we want them to
When I lie awake staring in to space
I see a different view
Now you've found a new star to orbit
It could be love
I think you're too soon to call us old
When and where did we go cold?
I thought I had you on hold
And every time I let you leave
I always saw you coming back to me
When and where did we go cold?
I thought I had you on hold
I thought I had you on hold
I thought I had you on hold
Where does it stop, where does it stop
Where do you dare me to
You've got the body, you've got the body
Where do you dare me to, dare me to
Where does it stop, where does it stop
Where do you dare me to
You've got the body, you've got the body
You've got the body, you've got the body
Where does it stop, where does it stop
Where do you dare me to
You've got the body, you've got the body
Where do you dare me to, dare me to
Where does it stop, where does it stop
Where do you dare me to
You've got the body, you've got the body
Dare me to, dare me to
And every time I let you leave
I always saw you coming back to me
When and where did we all go cold?
I thought I had you on hold
I thought I had you on hold
I thought I had you on hold
MrSuicideSheep
Well this is a breath of fresh air!
The guy who's complaining that Majestic Horse is under every Video
Oh,
...hi
Julio Castellanos
MrSuicideSheep please dont use this song on your channel
Johnno M
Perfect description!
Scott
+Julio Castellanos Yeah, Sheepy please keep this as our little secret
blebonick
MrSuicideSheep Oh hey
cristina andreea
2022 still love this song.
Santiago Saez
Of course, good songs remain in the memory. This whole album is The XX is just great. My favorite, I am always close to cry when I listen, is "Replica"
Bart Pickford
Too true, albeit I'm in 2023 now. Love the video for this. Jamie's in colour album was a masterpiece too 😊🎉
Aura Khaos
I am literally obsessed with this song!! I cannot stop hitting repeat!