Hold On
Hold On

Colbie Caillat - Hold On Lyrics

Imagine getting relationship advice from a lovesick poet stuck in a rom-com. Colbie Caillat serenades us with the dilemma of holding onto love – even when it’s slipping through her fingers like sand at a beach. She feels her lover drifting away to some… Read more

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Hold On Lyrics

I'm feeling further, feeling further from ya every day
You're in the stars, in the stars, yeah, you're worlds away
I'm moving on, moving on, then I hear you say
Hold on, hold on

We're losing light, losing light, yeah, we're fading fast
We had a fire, need a spark, or we'll never last
Just look at me, look at me, I've been burning for you so long, so long

I should walk away

(Oh-oh oh-oh)
I look at you and (Oh-oh oh-oh)
I get the feeling (Oh-oh oh-oh)
I think that I should hold on, hold on

(Oh-oh oh-oh)
I look at you and (Oh-oh oh-oh)
I get the feeling (Oh-oh oh-oh)
I think that I should hold on, hold on

I'm losing love, losing you, losing everything
Losing faith in the world where I wanna be
So I don't care if the one thing that's killing me
Is so wrong, so wrong

I should walk away

(Oh-oh oh-oh)
I look at you and (Oh-oh oh-oh)
I get the feeling (Oh-oh oh-oh)
I think that I should hold on, hold on

(Oh-oh oh-oh)
I look at you and (Oh-oh oh-oh)
I get the feeling (Oh-oh oh-oh)
I think that I should hold on, hold on

Oh oh, oh oh

And I can't stop this feeling
And I can't stop this feeling

(Oh-oh oh-oh)
I look at you and (Oh-oh oh-oh)
I get the feeling (Oh-oh oh-oh)
I think that I should hold on, hold on

(Oh-oh oh-oh)
I look at you and (Oh-oh oh-oh)
I hit the ceiling (Oh-oh oh-oh)
I think that I should hold on, hold on

Writer(s): COLBIE CAILLAT, RYAN TEDDER
Copyright(s): Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind

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What is the Meaning of Hold On?

Imagine getting relationship advice from a lovesick poet stuck in a rom-com. Colbie Caillat serenades us with the dilemma of holding onto love – even when it’s slipping through her fingers like sand at a beach. She feels her lover drifting away to some cosmic Hollywood set, yet she clings to the memory of their spark like it's the last marshmallow at a campfire. While the logical part of her brain is screaming "run for the hills," her heart beats a catchy "hold on" rhythm. It’s a bittersweet dance between moving on and standing still, with every "oh-oh" making the internal tug-of-war a musical spectacle. So grab some popcorn, because this is one emotional rollercoaster you won’t want to miss!

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who co-wrote and produced 'Hold On' by Colbie Caillat?

    'Hold On' was co-written and produced by Ryan Tedder, the lead vocalist of OneRepublic. Caillat has known Tedder since she was a teenager and previously collaborated with him on her 2011 single 'Brighter Than the Sun'.

  2. When was 'Hold On' by Colbie Caillat released?

    'Hold On' was released to digital retailers on November 19, 2013, initially as the lead single from her album Gypsy Heart. However, it was later included only as an international bonus track.

  3. How did critics respond to 'Hold On' by Colbie Caillat?

    'Hold On' received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its new musical direction and emotional vocal delivery, others found the lyrics stale but appreciated its crossover appeal. Billboard's Jonathan Nguyen noted its anthemic quality inspired by Florence And The Machine.

  4. Why was 'Hold On' removed from most versions of the Gypsy Heart album?

    'Hold On' was removed from most versions of Gypsy Heart after it sold poorly. It remained only on the German edition of the album. The song's commercial underperformance led to its exclusion in favor of other tracks like 'Try'.

  5. How does 'Hold On' differ from Colbie Caillat's previous work?

    'Hold On' marks a departure from Colbie Caillat's earlier mellow acoustic style, featuring a pounding drumbeat and multiple vocal tracks. This new direction aimed to show artistic growth and explore new musical territory.

  6. What inspired the lyrics of 'Hold On' by Colbie Caillat?

    The lyrics of 'Hold On' were inspired by Colbie Caillat's own experiences with broken-down relationships where she urged for another chance. It reflects the emotional struggle of wanting to hold onto someone even when things are falling apart.

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