Long Nights, Hold On
Navigating Solitude: Finding Strength in Long Nights
Lyrics
New York City is the loneliest town
New York City is portrayed as a lonely place.
Unless you happen to be lost in LA
Being lost in LA is an exception to the loneliness in New York City.
But nothing matters much
The general feeling is that nothing matters much in the absence of someone special.
When you're not around long nights, hold on
Loneliness is emphasized in the absence of a significant other during long nights.
Long nights, hold on
A repetition emphasizing the plea to hold on during long nights.
I've been a traveler
The singer has been a traveler, possibly searching for something meaningful.
And I've lived in a cave it doesn't matter
Living in a cave symbolizes a life of isolation, but it doesn't matter when there's someone who cares.
When there's someone who cares
Having someone who cares is crucial for happiness.
But you're alone now
The listener is now alone and must find courage to face the challenges.
And you've got to be brave
Emphasizes the need for bravery during solitude.
Long nights, hold on long nights, hold on
A repetition urging to hold on during long nights.
Why am I awake at night?
The singer questions the purpose of being awake at night.
What good does it do
Raising doubts about the usefulness of being awake during the night.
Close my eyes and all I see is you
Closing eyes only brings thoughts of the person the singer is missing.
But New York City is a happening town
New York City is described as a lively place.
And LA still can wear a smile on her face
LA can still have a positive face despite challenges.
Wait till morning and you turn it around
Suggesting that waiting for the morning can bring a positive change.
Long nights, hold on long nights, hold on
A repetition urging to hold on during long nights.
Why am I awake at night?
The singer questions again the reason for being awake at night.
What good does it do
Reiterating doubts about the usefulness of being awake during the night.
Close my eyes and all I see is you
Reinforcing the idea that closing eyes only brings thoughts of the person the singer is missing.
But New York City can be happy at times
New York City is acknowledged for its happy moments.
You only need to have somebody you love
Happiness in the city is associated with having someone you love.
Give me love and I'm doing just fine
Receiving love makes everything fine for the singer.
Long nights, hold on long nights hold on
A repetition urging to hold on during long nights.
Long nights, hold on long nights, hold on
Final repetition emphasizing the plea to hold on during long nights.
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