Hold on to Yesterday
Embracing Love's Echoes: Guided by Voices' Timeless Anthem
Lyrics
Hold on to yesterday
Encouragement to hold on to the past, possibly reflecting on nostalgic or meaningful moments.
Hold on, that's what I gotta say
Reiteration of the advice to hold on, emphasizing its importance.
You want to be with me
Expresses a desire for companionship or a relationship.
And I told you that you could be with me
Reassures the listener that they are welcome in the speaker's life.
Hold on to yesterday
Repetition of the encouragement to cherish the past.
Hold on is what I gotta say
Reiteration of the importance of holding on, suggesting it as advice.
Oh you were with me
Recalls a shared experience or time spent together.
And I told you that I loved you baby
Confirms the speaker's love for the listener.
Hold on to yesterday
Repetition emphasizing the theme of holding on to the past.
Hold on to yesterday
-Hold on to yesterday
-Hold on to yesterday
-Here we go!
An exclamation signaling a shift in the tone or a new phase in the lyrics.
Want! You!
Expresses a strong desire or need for someone.
Want you
Repetition emphasizing the intensity of the desire.
You need me (do you need me?)
Asks if the listener needs the speaker, seeking affirmation.
You need me oh baby you got it
Affirms that the listener has what they need, suggesting a positive connection.
Hold on to yesterday
Reiteration of the advice to hold on to the past.
Hold on is what I gotta say
Reiteration of the importance of holding on, serving as a reminder.
Oh I gotta tell you that I love you
Declaration of love, expressing strong emotions.
And I want you to tell me that you love me
Desire for reciprocal love, seeking confirmation from the listener.
Oh go on, I want you
Encourages the listener to express their feelings and reciprocate.
(Come back baby to me)
A plea for the listener to return to the speaker, indicating a longing for their presence.
Hold on to yesterday...
Reiteration of the theme of holding on to the past.
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