Hold On

Charlene Nash's song 'Hold On' delves into the emotional and spiritual struggles that many people face. The lyrics paint a picture of someone grappling with internal turmoil and seeking solace and guidance. The opening lines, 'Don't bother asking cause I'm not doing fine / Maybe it's something that I'm not doing right,' set the tone for a narrative of self-doubt and confusion. The protagonist is clearly in a state of distress, feeling as though they are missing something crucial in their life, which is causing them to feel unbalanced and lost.

As the song progresses, the lyrics reveal a deeper yearning for divine intervention and support. Lines like 'You giving out joy? 'Cause I'm here trying to find it' and 'But God you're giving me reasons to hold on' highlight the protagonist's reliance on their faith to navigate through their struggles. This spiritual quest is a central theme, as the protagonist seeks to understand and trust in a higher power to find peace and stability. The repetition of 'I know I'm / Yours / Show me your / Good / Teach me to trust / Cause it's all love' underscores the importance of faith and trust in overcoming life's challenges.

The song also touches on the idea of breaking free from negative cycles and external pressures. The lines 'Tossing and turning gotta be more than this / Up and I'm down, always hit or miss' and 'Switch all this shining spotlight right of me / Take me out of focus I can barely see' suggest a desire to escape from the constant ups and downs and the overwhelming noise of the world. The protagonist is seeking clarity and a sense of purpose, which they hope to find through their faith. The repeated refrain 'I'm just gonna try hold on' serves as a mantra of resilience and determination, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and hope in the face of adversity.