Hold On To Me – English Lyrics

• By: Sofia Carson

Lyrics & Translation

Embark on a linguistic journey with Sofia Carson's heartfelt ballad, "Hold On To Me." This inspiring song, rich with emotional depth and clear, comforting lyrics, provides an excellent opportunity for English learners to grasp expressions of empathy, reassurance, and hope. Its accessible narrative and beautiful melodies make it a special and engaging piece for understanding conversational and supportive English phrases.

[English]

(SOFT MUSIC)

♪ YOU'VE BEEN WALKING ♪

♪ ALONE FOR SO LONG ♪

♪ AND YOU'VE BEEN BUILDING ♪

♪ A WALL 'ROUND YOUR HEART ♪

♪ BUT I PROMISE THERE IS A LIGHT ♪

♪ AT THE END OF THIS LONG RIDE, OOH ♪

♪ THIS TIME I KNOW YOU'LL BE ALRIGHT ♪

♪ 'CAUSE I'M STANDING AT YOUR SIDE, OOH ♪

♪ 'CAUSE WHEN YOU FEEL LIKE YOU'VE BEEN FALLING ♪

♪ HOLD ON TO ME ♪

♪ AND WHEN WHEN THE RIVER ♪

♪ SWEEPS YOU RIGHT OFF YOUR FEET ♪

♪ HOLD ON TO ME ♪

♪ WHOA, HOLD ON TO ME ♪

♪ WHOA, HOLD ON TO ME ♪

♪ LIFE, AN OCEAN, KEEPS PULLING YOUR ANCHOR DOWN ♪

♪ DEEP IN DARKNESS ♪

♪ AND YOU CAN'T HEAR A SOUND ♪

♪ BUT I PROMISE THERE IS A LIGHT ♪

♪ AT THE END OF THIS LONG RIDE, OOH ♪

♪ THIS TIME I KNOW YOU'LL BE ALL RIGHT ♪

♪ 'CAUSE I'M STANDING AT YOUR SIDE, OOH ♪

♪ 'CAUSE WHEN YOU FEEL LIKE YOU'VE BEEN FALLING ♪

♪ HOLD ON TO ME ♪

♪ AND WHEN WHEN THE RIVER ♪

♪ SWEEPS YOU RIGHT OFF YOUR FEET ♪

♪ HOLD ON TO ME ♪

♪ WHOA, HOLD ON TO ME ♪

♪ WHOA, HOLD ON TO ME ♪

♪ HOLD ON TO ME NOW ♪

♪ I WON'T LET YOU DROWN ♪

♪ HOLD ON TO ME ♪

♪ HOLD ON TO ME ♪

♪ HOLD ON TO ME NOW ♪

♪ TAKE YOU TO HIGHER GROUND ♪

♪ HOLD ON TO ME ♪

♪ 'CAUSE WHEN YOU FEEL LIKE YOU'VE BEEN FALLING ♪

♪ HOLD ON TO ME ♪

♪ HOLD ON TO ME ♪

♪ AND WHEN WHEN THE RIVER ♪

♪ SWEEPS YOU RIGHT OFF YOUR FEET ♪

♪ HOLD ON TO ME ♪

♪ WHOA, HOLD ON TO ME ♪

♪ WHOA, HOLD ON TO ME ♪

♪ WHOA, HOLD ON TO ME ♪

♪ WHOA, HOLD ON TO ME ♪

♪ HOLD ON TO ME ♪

♪ HOLD ON TO ME ♪

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
walk /wɔːk/ A1	verb - to move along on foot
alone /əˈloʊn/ A2	adjective - without other people; solitary
build /bɪld/ A2	verb - to construct (something) by putting parts or materials together
wall /wɔːl/ A1	noun - a continuous vertical brick or stone structure that encloses or divides an area of land
heart /hɑːrt/ A1	noun - the muscular organ in humans and other animals, which pumps blood through the body; (metaphorical) the core of emotional or moral being.
promise /ˈprɒmɪs/ B1	verb - to assure someone that one will definitely do, give, or arrange something noun - a declaration or assurance that one will do a particular thing or that a particular thing will happen
light /laɪt/ A1	noun - the natural agent that stimulates sight and makes things visible
end /end/ A1	noun - the final part of something, especially a period of time, an activity, or a story
ride /raɪd/ B1	noun - a journey made on horseback or on a vehicle or animal; (metaphorical) an experience or period of time, especially one that is challenging or exciting.
fall /fɔːl/ A1	verb - to move downwards, typically rapidly and freely, through the air
hold /hoʊld/ B1	verb - to grasp, carry, or support with one's hands; (phrasal verb 'hold on to') to maintain a grasp on; to keep possession of; to maintain belief in.
river /ˈrɪvər/ A1	noun - a large natural stream of water flowing in a channel to the sea, a lake, or another river.
sweep /swiːp/ B1	verb - to clean an area by brushing away dirt or litter; (metaphorical) to carry or drive along with a steady rapid movement.
ocean /ˈoʊʃən/ A1	noun - a very large expanse of sea, in particular each of the main areas into which the sea is divided geographically.
anchor /ˈæŋkər/ B2	noun - a heavy object attached to a rope or chain and used to moor a vessel to the seabed; (metaphorical) something that provides stability or security.
darkness /ˈdɑːrknəs/ A2	noun - the partial or total absence of light.
drown /draʊn/ B1	verb - to die through submersion in and inhalation of water.
deep /diːp/ A1	adjective - extending a long way down from the top or surface.
ground /ɡraʊnd/ B1	noun - the solid surface of the earth; (phrase 'higher ground') a position of advantage or moral superiority; a safer or more stable situation.