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Hang On
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Yes it's the little things
Yes it's the little things
That do us harm
I'm not a stranger
Ain't a mystery
When we both get it wrong
Cause it's the funny things
Yes it's the funny things
I need a friend
Not an angel
What do you do when the drowning stops
And what you though was a hurricane
Was just the rustling of the wind
Why you think we need amazing grace
Just to tell it like it is
Well, I don't need no doctor to tear me all apart
I just need you, to mend my heart
Hang on, I'll try to look you in the eye
You know you should've apologized
Or should I've apologized
Is there an answer
What do you do when the drowning stops
And what you thought was a hurricane
Was just the rustling of the wind
Why you think we need amazing grace
Just to tell like it is
Oh, I don't need no doctor
To tear me all apart
I just need you, to mend my Heart
I need you
To mend my heart
The lyrics of "Hang On" by Dr. Dog are a plea for someone to stick around during tough times to help mend a broken heart. The song begins with the acknowledgement that it's the little things in life that can do us harm, and that when both parties get it wrong it can lead to problems. The singer is not a stranger to this phenomenon, but he doesn't see it as a mystery either; it's just a part of being human. However, when the drowning stops, what's left is a need for a friend rather than an angel, someone to help mend the damage that's been done.
The chorus repeats the message to hang on, and the verse that follows questions whether an apology should have been given. The singer is unsure of the answer, but once again emphasizes the need for someone to be there during the hard times. The bridge reaffirms the idea that what was once thought to be a hurricane (a major event) was just the rustling of the wind (something insignificant), and that we don't need something as grandiose as "Amazing Grace" to tell it like it is. In fact, the singer doesn't need a doctor to "tear me all apart", he just needs someone to mend his heart.
Overall, "Hang On" is a call for help, a recognition that life can be tough and that we need someone to stick around to help us through it. It's about the little things that can accumulate over time and cause harm, and the need for someone to be present during the aftermath to help with the healing.
Line by Line Meaning
Hang on, Hang on
Be patient and persevere in the midst of difficulty.
Yes it's the little things
Small actions or details can have a significant impact on our lives.
That do us harm
Negative consequences can arise from seemingly insignificant causes.
I'm not a stranger
I am familiar and known to you.
Ain't a mystery
My actions and intentions are not difficult to understand or decipher.
When we both get it wrong
Mistakes are made by both parties in a relationship.
Stay here for a little while more
Remain present with me for a short period of time.
Cause it's the funny things
Humor and lightheartedness are needed in our interactions.
I need a friend
I require companionship and support.
Not an angel
Perfection and flawlessness are not necessary qualities in a friend.
What do you do when the drowning stops
When the crisis is over, how do we move forward and mend the damage?
And what you thought was a hurricane
What was perceived as a major disaster or catastrophe may have been a lesser issue.
Was just the rustling of the wind
The cause of the perceived disaster was actually something benign and innocuous.
Why you think we need amazing grace
Why do we believe that only something miraculous can fix our problems?
Just to tell it like it is
Honesty and directness are all that is necessary to address the issue.
Well, I don't need no doctor to tear me all apart
I don't require someone to dissect and analyze my emotional state.
I just need you, to mend my heart
All I need is your support and care to heal emotionally.
Hang on, I'll try to look you in the eye
I will make an effort to connect with you personally and sincerely.
You know you should've apologized
You recognize that an apology is necessary.
Or should I've apologized
Perhaps I am also at fault and should offer an apology as well.
Is there an answer
Is there a solution or a resolution to our conflict?
I don't need no doctor
I don't require professional assistance or intervention.
To tear me all apart
To deconstruct and analyze my personal issues and emotions.
I just need you, to mend my Heart
All I need is your care and affection to help me recover emotionally.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Chris Mackey, Le Crae Moore, Le Crae Devaughn Moore, Terrence Jones, Torrance Anton Esmond
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@1ofthebros
I just learned about Dr. Dog... my life will never be the same. I can't wait to get their albums. THANK YOU DR DOG!!
@alvids333
can we all agree Fate was their best album
@binkus200
I first saw them on Jimmy Fallon a couple years ago. I'm glad I was watching that night.
@WrecklessEating
Such a wonderful song
@jen6648
Seen these guys live last September in Poughkeepsie Ny with Bright Eyes. Amazing Music! Love Dr. Dog!
@Floyd90
I really enjoyed this song and album its dr. dogs best album yet.
@ErinaceousOutrageous
I was at a show last thursday, it was AWESOME. I had a great time and met some really cool people. Thanks Dr. Dog :}
@georgesimmons61
A little feel of the Beatles in there, I like it
@Braxity
thanks for blowing my mind dr. dog
@nowstopwhining
Go see them live...saw them wed in celveland Ohio and then drove to bloomington ohio to see them two days later friday night!!!! FUCK YES