Hold me
Tom Odell Lyrics


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I shouldn't say it, but I'm starting to think I care
I've had a drink, you probably think my judgement isn't clear
And it's getting late now, we're a long way from our homes
Before you leave, before you grieve, there's one thing you should know

When you hold me, when you hold me in your arms
Oh, when you hold me, yeah I can feel your heart
When you hold me, when you hold me in your arms
Oh, when you hold me, yeah I can feel your heart beating

Suddenly I'm standing on a treetop up so high
And all the songs, and all the poems, suddenly they're right
And I'm dumbfounded by the breaths of your self control
But I don't care 'cause you're here, and you and I both know

When you hold me, when you hold me in your arms
Oh, when you hold me, yeah I'm picking out the stars
When you hold me, when you hold me in your arms
Oh, when you hold me, yeah I can feel your heart beating

Oh, when you hold me, hold me in your arms
Hold me, I can feel your heart
Hold me, when you hold me in your arms
Hold me, yeah I can feel your heart

When you hold me, hold me in your arms
Oh, when you hold me, I can feel your heart




Oh, when you hold me, when you hold me in your arms
Oh, when you hold me, yeah I can feel your heart beating

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Tom Odell's "Hold Me" reflect the feelings of vulnerability and trust one experiences when in someone else's arms. The song starts with Tom admitting he is slowly falling for someone, but he fears his judgement could be clouded due to alcohol. Despite this, he is aware he wants to stay close to this person as the night goes on. The chorus emphasizes the importance of holding someone close to your heart; the feeling of reassurance that comes from someone else's arms is much more intense than any other form of comfort.


As the song progresses, Tom describes feeling like he's on top of a treetop - this could reflect the intense levels of joy mixed with adrenaline that come from being in love. He then reflects on how amazed he is by his lover's self-control, but he doesn't care because they're together. The song ends with the repetition of the chorus as a way of emphasizing how important it is to be held by someone you love and trust.


Overall, Tom Odell's "Hold Me" conveys the message that being held by the person you love and trust can be an incredibly powerful and reassuring experience, especially when things get tough.


Line by Line Meaning

I shouldn't say it, but I'm starting to think I care
I am hesitant to admit it, but I am beginning to have feelings for you.


I've had a drink, you probably think my judgement isn't clear
I have consumed alcohol, and you may believe my ability to make sound decisions is impaired.


And it's getting late now, we're a long way from our homes
The time is getting late, and we are far away from our places of residence.


Before you leave, before you grieve, there's one thing you should know
Prior to your departure, and to avoid any regret, there is something I must tell you.


When you hold me, when you hold me in your arms
The feeling of being embraced by you is indescribable.


Oh, when you hold me, yeah I can feel your heart
I can sense the rhythm of your heart when you hold me in your arms.


Suddenly I'm standing on a treetop up so high
I am overwhelmed with euphoria and feel as though I am standing atop a tall tree.


And all the songs, and all the poems, suddenly they're right
Everything makes sense to me now, as if all the songs and poems I have ever heard are in agreement.


And I'm dumbfounded by the breaths of your self control
Your ability to exercise self-restraint leaves me in awe.


But I don't care 'cause you're here, and you and I both know
Despite your self-control, I am unfazed because we both understand the true nature of our feelings for each other.


Oh, when you hold me, yeah I'm picking out the stars
The sensation of being held by you is so profound that I feel as though I can reach for the stars.


Oh, when you hold me, hold me in your arms
There is nothing quite like the feeling of being held by you.


Hold me, I can feel your heart
Being held by you allows me to feel the beating of your heart.


Hold me, when you hold me in your arms
My desire to be held by you is overwhelming, and I cherish every moment I spend in your embrace.


Oh, when you hold me, yeah I can feel your heart beating
Feeling the rhythm of your heart when you hold me is a truly unforgettable experience.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Francis Anthony White, Tom Peter Odell

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@MariaCompanDiazNoridme

I shouldn't say it, but I'm starting to think I care
I've had a drink, you probably think my judgement is impaired
And it's getting late now, we're a long way from our homes
Before you leave, before you grieve, there's one thing you should know

When you hold me, when you hold me in your arms
Oh when you hold me, yeah I can feel your heart
When you hold me, when you hold me in your arms
Oh when you hold me, yeah I can feel your heart beating

Suddenly I'm standing on a treetop up so high
And all the songs, and all the poems, suddenly they're right
And I'm dumbfounded by the breadth of your self control
But I don't care 'cause you're here, and you and I both know

When you hold me, when you hold me in your arms
Oh when you hold me, yeah I'm picking out the stars
When you hold me, when you hold me in your arms
Oh when you hold me, yeah I can feel your heart beating

Oh when you hold me, hold me in your arms
Hold me, I can feel your heart
Hold me, when you hold me in your arms
Hold me, yeah I can feel your heart

When you hold me, hold me in your arms
Oh when you hold me, I can feel your heart
Oh when you hold me, when you hold me in your arms
Oh when you hold me, yeah I can feel your heart beating



@runawaylight4421

No debería decirlo, pero empiezo a pensar que me preocupo
Tomé un trago, probablemente piensas que mi juicio está afectado
y se está haciendo tarde ahora, estamos lejos de nuestras casas
Antes de que te vayas, antes de que te aflijas, hay una cosa que deberías saber

Cuando tú me abrazas, me abrazas en tus brazos
Oh cuando me abrazas, puedo sentir tu corazón
(bis) puedo sentir tu corazón latiendo

De pronto estoy en la copa de un árbol, tan alto
y todas la canciones, y todos los poemas, de pronto son correctos
Y estoy estupefacto de la amplitud de tu auto-control
pero no me importa, porque estás aquí, y tu y yo los dos sabemos

Cuando me abrazas, me abrazas en tus brazos
cuando me abrazas, si, estoy cogiendo las estrellas
(cuando me abrazas puedo sentir tu corazón latiendo)
BIS

why must be love sooo compplicated :( for some of us i guess



All comments from YouTube:

@weierzegaszt107

Tom is one of those singers who just don't sing for fame, for money or for something that just have to be recorded. Tom is that kind of singer who sings with passion and emotion. And that's undeniably beautiful. Love his songs!

@user-jc3ed9dx4s

Weiß Erzegaszt yeah!

@razootamang2928

ikr..those are the real singers

@danielemasia7060

Great...

@kimverfurth4474

It is what it is!!!

@cutiepie1186

so true..

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@Kiki-lx8wz

wow i always adore the way sometimes his voice breaks because of too many emotions but it's such what a beautiful sound

@lizziepore

I'm on a Tom Odell marathon at 1 AM and life is good

@lauryn6939

Literally doing the same right now

@milizamo9393

+liza pore same

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