Hold On
Yes
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Justice to the left of you Justice to the right Speak when you are spoken to Don't pretend you're right This life's not for living It's for fighting and for war No matter what the truth is Hold on to what is yours Jigsaw puzzle traitors Set to spill the beans Constitution screw up Shattering the dreams Blood flows in the desert Dark citadels burning too Watch! Look over your shoulder This one is strictly for you Hold on Hold on Wait maybe the answer's Looking for you Hold on Hold on Wait! Take you time Think it through Yes! I can make it through Hold on Hold on Sunshine shine on through Hold on Hold on Sunshine shine on you See it through Talk the simple smile Such platonic eye How they drown in incomplete capacity Strangest of them all When the feeling calls How we drown in stylistic audacity Charge the common ground Round and round and round We living in gravity Shake We shake so hard How we laugh so loud When we reach We believe in eternity I believe in eternity Hold on Hold on Wait Take your time Sunshine shine on through See it through Hold on Hold on Wait Maybe a chance Sunshine shine on through Is looking for you Sunshine shine on you Hold on Hold on Hold on Hold on Sunshine Shine on shine on you Sunshine Shine on through Sunshine Shine on shine on through Sunshine Shine on you Sunshine Shine on Shine on you Hold on - Hold on Sunshine Shine on through Wait - Take your time See it through Sunshine Shine on Shine on through Hold on - Hold on Sunshine Shine on you Wait - Maybe the answer's looking for you
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Written by: TREVOR RABIN, JON ANDERSON, CHRIS SQUIRE
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11 facts about this song
Release Year"Hold On" by Yes was released in 1983 and has remained a lasting hit over the years.
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AlbumThe song is from Yes's 12th studio album, "90125," which represented a radical shift in their musical style with the introduction of pop and electronic music elements.
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Song CollaborationThis song was co-written by band members Jon Anderson, Trevor Rabin, and Chris Squire, showcasing a truly collaborative effort.
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Chart PerformanceWhile it was not released as a single, "Hold On" was played heavily on classic rock radio stations, demonstrating its popularity among listeners.
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Music VideoA music video was made for the song, showing the band performing in a studio setting with interspersed shots of different band members. It was featured on MTV, adding to its visibility among fans and new audiences.
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Song MeaningThe lyrics of "Hold On" emphasize the theme of perseverance, collectively working towards triumph in the face of adversity.
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Line-Up ChangesAt the time of "Hold On"'s creation and release, Yes had a change in their line-up, with the addition of South African musician Trevor Rabin. This new dynamic influenced the sound of the song and the entire "90125" album.
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Production"Hold On" was produced by Trevor Horn, who also worked on other famous tracks by the band.
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Live Performances"Hold On" was frequently performed live by the band during their 1980s concerts and has remained as a staple in their setlists.
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Fan ResponseMany fans and critics consider "Hold On" as an underrated track in Yes's discography, often overlooked in favor of the band's more commercially successful singles.
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LegacyDespite significant changes in the band's style, "Hold On" has proven to be a testament to Yes's ability to evolve and experiment with different musical genres.
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