Hang on to Your Love
Sade
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In Heaven's name why are you walking away? Hang on to your love. In Heaven's name why do you play these games? Hang on to your love. Take time if you're down on luck. It's so easy to walk out on love. Take your time if the going gets tough. It's so precious. So if you want it to get stronger you'd better not let go. You've got to hold on longer if you want you love to grow. Got to stick together, hand in glove. Hold on tight, don't fight. Hang on to your love. In Heaven's name why are you walking away? Hang on to your love. In Heaven's name why do you play these games? Hang on to your love. Be brave when the journey is rough, It's not easy when you're in love. Don't be ashamed when the going gets tough It's not easy, Don't give up. If want it to get stronger you'd better not let go. You got to hold on longer if you want you love to grow. Got to stick together, hand in glove. Hold on tight, don't fight. Hang on to your love. In Heaven's name why are you walking away? Hang on to your love. In Heaven's name why do you play these games? Hang on to your love. So if want it to get stronger you'd better not let go. You got to hold on longer if you want you love to grow. Got to stick together, hand in glove. Hold on tight, don't fight. Hang on to your love. In Heaven's name why are you walking away? Hang on to your love. In Heaven's name why do you play these games? Hang on to your love. When you find a love, don't let it walk away. When you find your love, you got to make it stay. Don't let it walk away. When you find your love, you got to make it stay. You've got to hang on to your love. You've got to hang on to your love. Why are you walking away? Why do you play these games?
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Written by: Stuart Matthewman, Helen Adu
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Release Date"Hang on to Your Love" is a song by the English band Sade which was released in 1984. It was included in their debut studio album "Diamond Life."
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Chart performanceThe song did well on the charts; it peaked at number 5 on the US Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
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Music Genre"Hang on to Your Love" is typically classified under the genre of smooth jazz, R&B, and soul. It showcases Sade's ability to blend these genres together.
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Band CompositionSade is not just the name of the lead singer (Sade Adu) but also the band's name. The band consists of four members: Sade Adu, Stuart Matthewman, Andrew Hale, and Paul Denman.
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Songwriting DetailsBoth Sade Adu and Stuart Matthewman are credited for writing "Hang on to Your Love." Sade's introspective lyrics combined with Matthewman's smooth saxophone solos create a soothing melody.
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SuccessFollowing the release of "Hang on to Your Love," Sade rose to international prominence. The song contributed significantly to the success of their debut album, which ended up selling over six million copies.
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Live Performance"Hang on to Your Love" is a fan favorite and is often performed at Sade's live concerts, where it is well-received.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Hang on to Your Love" directed by Julien Temple, was shot in Paris and it's conceptual in its style, showing Sade Adu singing amidst various surrealistic scenarios.
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Lyrics InterpretationThe song is generally seen as a call to stay strong and hold on to love, even when faced with life's difficulties and challenges.
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Cover Versions"Hang on to Your Love" has also inspired renditions by various other artists, showcasing its enduring popularity and influence.
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