Don't Cry
Hold On to Love: Navigating Cruelty in 'Don't Cry' by Baby Delgado
Lyrics
Its Sunday night I don’t know where you are
Expressing uncertainty about the whereabouts of the person on a Sunday night.
I want to be next to you
Desire to be close to the person mentioned in line 1.
Mascara runs down your pretty face
Noting the presence of running mascara on the person's face, possibly indicating tears or emotional distress.
How can two people be so cruel
Questioning the apparent cruelty of two people, suggesting conflict or discord.
You gotta hold on to love
Emphasizing the importance of holding on to love as a valuable element in relationships.
You gotta hold on to truth
Highlighting the significance of holding on to truth in the context of relationships.
You gotta hold to what you believe
Encouraging the listener to hold on to their beliefs, possibly as a source of strength.
You gotta hold on to us
Stressing the importance of holding on to the relationship ("us").
Don’t Cry
Directing the listener not to cry despite difficult circumstances.
When the world turns blue
Advising against despair when the world seems gloomy or challenging.
Don’t want to be stuck laying around
Expressing a desire to avoid being stagnant and waiting for someone new.
Holding my breath for someone new
Feeling breathless while waiting for a new person, indicating impatience or longing.
They tell me I'm wrong for giving a damn
Addressing criticism for caring deeply, despite societal disapproval.
There’s nothing left for me to do
Conveying a sense of helplessness, indicating that there's nothing left to be done in a situation.
You gotta hold on to love
Reiterating the importance of holding on to love in the face of challenges.
You gotta hold on to truth
Reinforcing the value of holding on to truth in relationships.
You gotta hold to what you believe
Encouraging the listener to hold on to their beliefs despite external opinions.
You gotta hold on to us
Emphasizing the necessity of holding on to the relationship ("us") in difficult times.
Don’t Cry
Reiterating the advice not to cry, even when faced with challenges.
When the world turns blue
Echoing the sentiment from line 12, advising against tears during tough times.
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