On And On
Third Story Lyrics
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From moonlight to dewdrops
Danced around until the morning sunlight came
When the sun had reached the sky
We almost wished that we would die
So we'd never have to see this moment's end
Staring out the window pane as midnight turns to dawn
Let's pretend the sun won't rise and dance until the morn
Please don't go
You hold me like a mother's child and treat me with a lie
That when the night is over, everything will be alright
So I kiss you underneath the stars
While tears are falling from our eyes
I won't let go, you should know
If I could write you a love song
It would go on and on, and on, and on
'Cause I see forever in your arms
So keep on holding on and on, and on, and on, and on
Wondering when the winds will let me see your face again
Holding hope, but we both know that this might be the end
Wish for the moon as the light shines through
And the skies are glowing red
I won't let go, you should know
If I could write you a love song
It would go on and on, and on, and on
'Cause I see forever in your arms
So keep on holding on and on, and on, and on, and on
If I could write you a love song
It would go on and on, and on, and on
'Cause I see forever in your arms
So keep on holding on and on, and on, and on, and on
The lyrics of Third Story's "On And On" convey a sense of urgency and desperation to hold onto precious moments that feel fleeting. The song speaks to the fleeting nature of time and the uncertainty that comes with it. The first verse talks about dancing until the morning sunlight comes, but with the arrival of the sun, the singers almost wish that they would die so that they do not have to see the moment's end.
The second verse acknowledges the fleeting nature of time and the desire to hold onto the moment. The singers hold on to the moments as they fade fast, forever gone. They pretend that the sun won't rise and dance until the morning, not wanting the moment to end. The third verse speaks to the uncertainty of the future, not knowing when they will be able to see each other again, but holding onto hope.
The chorus speaks of the singer's love for the other person and the desire to hold onto them forever. If only they could write a love song, it would go on and on, forever, because they see forever in each other's arms. The song is a poignant exploration of the beauty and heartbreak that comes with the passage of time and the preciousness of every moment spent with loved ones.
Line by Line Meaning
Through the hills, and mountaintops
We journeyed through various terrains.
From moonlight to dewdrops
We spent the night together until the break of dawn.
Danced around until the morning sunlight came
We enjoyed each other's company and didn't want it to end.
When the sun had reached the sky
When morning finally came.
We almost wished that we would die
We wish we could stay in the moment forever.
So we'd never have to see this moment's end
We don't want the beautiful moment to end.
Staring out the window pane as midnight turns to dawn
As the night ends and morning comes, we are looking out the window.
Holding on to moments fading fast, forever gone
We are savoring the moments we share, knowing that they will soon be gone.
Let's pretend the sun won't rise and dance until the morn
Let's imagine that the sunrise won't come and enjoy each other's company all night long.
Please don't go
We don't want to say goodbye.
You hold me like a mother's child and treat me with a lie
You comfort me with false hope.
That when the night is over, everything will be alright
You promise that things will be okay even though we both know they won't be.
So I kiss you underneath the stars
I express my love for you in this magical moment.
While tears are falling from our eyes
We are sad that the moment is coming to an end.
I won't let go, you should know
I am committed to making our love work.
If I could write you a love song
Expressing my love in a song is the best way I can.
It would go on and on, and on, and on
My love for you is infinite and eternal.
'Cause I see forever in your arms
When I am with you, I feel like we will be together forever.
So keep on holding on and on, and on, and on, and on
Let's continue to hold onto each other and make each moment last as long as we can.
Wondering when the winds will let me see your face again
I am longing to be with you again.
Holding hope, but we both know that this might be the end
We are hoping for the best but bracing ourselves for the worst.
Wish for the moon as the light shines through
We are making a wish and hoping that it comes true.
And the skies are glowing red
The sky is signaling the start of a new day.
If I could write you a love song
I would write a song that expresses the depth of my love for you.
It would go on and on, and on, and on
My love for you would be endless.
'Cause I see forever in your arms
I know that with you, I will have an everlasting love.
So keep on holding on and on, and on, and on, and on
Let's hold on to each other and cherish every moment we have together.
Writer(s): richard saunders, ruth-anne cunningham, elliott skinner, james ho, ben lusher
Contributed by Molly S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.