Hold My Hand

Hootie & the Blowfish

About Hold My Hand

"Hold My Hand" is the debut single of the American rock band Hootie & the Blowfish from their album Cracked Rear View. All four of the band members (Mark Bryan, Dean Felber, Darius Rucker and Jim Sonefeld) wrote the song sometime in 1989, and it was released on a self-titled cassette EP the year after. Released in July 1994, "Hold My Hand" charted at number ten on the Billboard Hot 100. The song includes a backing vocal from David Crosby.


Year:
1994
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With a little love and some tenderness
We'll walk upon the water
We'll rise above the mess

With a little peace and some harmony
We'll take the world together
We'll take them by the hand

'Cause I've got a hand for you, oh
'Cause I wanna run with you

Yesterday, I saw you standing there
Your head was down, your eyes were red
No comb had touched your hair

I said, get up, and let me see you smile
We'll take a walk together
Walk the road awhile, 'cause

'Cause I've got a hand for you
I've got a hand for you
'Cause I wanna run with you
Won't you let me run with you, yeah

(Hold my hand)
Want you to hold my hand
(Hold my hand)
I'll take you to a place
Where you can be
(Hold my hand)
Anything you wanna be because
I wanna love you the best that
The best that I can

See I was wasted, and I was wasting time
'Til I thought about your problems
I thought about your crimes

Then I stood up, and then I screamed aloud
I don't wanna be part of your problems
Don't wanna be part of your crowd, no

'Cause I've got a hand for you
I've got a hand for you
'Cause I wanna run with you
Won't you let me run with you

(Hold my hand)
Want you to hold my hand
(Hold my hand)
I'll take you to the promised land
(Hold my hand)
Maybe we can't change the world but
I wanna love you the best that
The best that I can, yeah

Let me walk, oh won't you let me, let me
(Hold my hand)
Want you to hold my hand
(Hold my hand)
I'll take you to a place where you can be
(Hold my hand)
Anything you wanna be because

I oh no, no, no, no, no
(Hold my hand)
Want you to hold my hand
(Hold my hand)
I'll take you to the promised land
(Hold my hand)
Maybe we can't change the world but
I wanna love you the best that
The best that I can
Oh, best that I can

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Hootie & the Blowfish

Hootie & the Blowfish is an American rock band that was popular in the 1990s. They were originally formed in 1986 at the University of South Carolina by Darius Rucker, Dean Felber, Jim Sonefeld, and Mark Bryan. As of July 2010[update], the band had charted sixteen singles on various Billboard singles charts and recorded five studio albums; and their 1994 debut album, Cracked Rear View, was the 15th best-selling album of all time in the US, having been certified platinum 16 times. more »

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Written by: Darius Rucker, Dean Felber, Jim Sonefeld, Mark Bryan

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11 facts about this song

Song Title and Artist
"Hold My Hand" is performed by famous rock band "Hootie & the Blowfish".
Album Information
The song came out as part of their debut album, "Cracked Rear View", which was released in 1994.
Chart Performance
"Hold My Hand" achieved great success in terms of chart performance. It reached the number 10 position on the Billboard Hot 100, and secured the second position on Billboard's Mainstream Top 40 chart.
Songwriting Credits
The song was co-written by all four band members — Darius Rucker, Mark Bryan, Dean Felber, and Jim Sonefeld.
Lyrics Content
The lyrics of the song convey a message of unity and companionship. Even when life's adversities strike, having someone to 'hold your hand' can make all the difference.
Genre
"Hold My Hand" falls under the genre of rock, more specifically, roots rock, pop-rock, and heartland rock.
Song Reception
The song was well received by both audiences and critics. It has been praised for its catchy tune and uplifting message of solidarity and friendship.
Impact on Band's Career
"Hold My Hand" played a significant role in launching Hootie & the Blowfish's career, turning them into one of the biggest rock bands in the '90s.
Music Video
The music video features the band performing the song at a beach, intermixed with scenes of people showing affection and support for each other.
Live Performances
"Hold My Hand" is a crowd favorite and it has remained a staple in the band's live performances over the years.
Legacy
Despite being released more than 25 years ago, "Hold My Hand" remains one of Hootie & the Blowfish's most iconic and enduring songs.

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