And I'm waiting for the day
I know you've got your part
And I'm waiting for the day
I know you'll have the heart
And I'm hoping that you'll say
That you loved me all this time
But it turns out just the same
And you break apart the things I find
Hold on, what did you say that for?
Hold on, what did you say that for?
Hold on, what do you take me for?
Hold on, what did you say that for?
And I'm waiting for the day
Inside my mother's clothing store
And I'm waiting for the day
What am I waiting for?
Hold on, what did you say that for?
Hold on, what did you say that for?
Hold on, what do you take me for?
Hold on, what did you say that for?
Hold on, what did you say that for?
Hold on, what did you say that for?
Hold on, what do you take me for?
Hold on, what did you say that for?
About This Song
"Hold On" is a melancholic folk-rock ballad that explores the painful confusion and frustration of a deteriorating relationship, where one person desperately seeks clarity while the other remains emotionally distant. The song captures the raw vulnerability of waiting for someone to reciprocate love, only to face repeated disappointment and mixed signals that leave the narrator questioning their partner's intentions. Musically, the track features Angus & Julia Stone's signature gentle harmonies over a sparse, acoustic-driven arrangement that emphasizes the emotional weight of the lyrics. The repetitive, pleading chorus "Hold on, what did you say that for?" becomes an anthem of romantic bewilderment, expressing the universal experience of trying to make sense of hurtful words in a failing relationship. The song's understated production and intimate vocal delivery create an atmosphere of quiet desperation that resonates with anyone who has struggled to hold onto love that seems to be slipping away.
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