People Hold On

Coldcut

About People Hold On

"People Hold On" is a song recorded by British band Coldcut and singer Lisa Stansfield, released as the first single from Coldcut's debut album, What's That Noise? (1989). It was written by Matt Black, Jonathan More and Stansfield, and produced by Coldcut. The song received positive reviews from music critics and became a commercial success. It was released as a single on 13 March 1989 and reached number eleven on the UK Singles Chart and number six on the US Billboard's Hot Dance Club Songs. The song was remixed by Blaze, Juan Atkins, Dimitri from Paris, Mark Saunders, Eric Kupper, Tyrone Perkins and Masters At Work. An accompanying music video directed by Big TV! was also released. In 2003, "People Hold On" was included on Stansfield's compilation, Biography: The Greatest Hits. In 2006, Casuals Remix by Ceri Evans was included on Coldcut's album, Sound Mirrors (Videos & Remixes). In 2014, Full Length Disco Mix of "People Hold On" was included on Stansfield's People Hold On ... The Remix Anthology (also on The Collection 1989–2003). 


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Everybody's looking for a meaning
Everybody's doing their own thing
And nobody's solving the problem
Ain't nobody helping each other

Some people give into fear
Some people give into hunger
Some of us live for the future
And some of us wonder

Givin' into life, givin' into love
Maybe there's enough for everyone
Givin' into hope, and into trust
Maybe there's enough for everyone

[Chorus]
People hold on
Don't do yourself wrong
People hold on
We've got to be strong
People hold on

Everybody's getting frustrated
Why should we live with this hatred
We've all dancin' on a thin line
They're makin' out we're having a good time
So who's gonna give us the answer
Sister and brother

Givin' into life, givin' into love
Maybe there's enough for everyone

[Chorus]

People hold on, people hold on to it
you know you gotta do it

Givin' into life, givin' into love
Maybe there's enough for everyone
Givin' into hope, and into trust
Maybe there's enough for everyone

[Chorus]

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Coldcut

Coldcut are an English dance music duo composed of Matt Black and Jonathan More. Its signature style is electronic dance music, featuring cut up samples of hip hop, breaks, jazz, spoken word and various other types of music, as well as video and multimedia. more »

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Written by: MATTHEW BLACK, JONATHAN MORE, LISA JANE STANSFIELD

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, THIRD SIDE MUSIC INC

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10 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"People Hold On" is a song combining elements of house music and pop, delivering a unique genre blend characteristic of the late '80s.
Release Date
Released in 1989, "People Hold On" is a classic hit from the late 20th century.
Collaboration
The song was a collaborative effort between British electronic music duo Coldcut and famed singer Lisa Stansfield.
Chart Status
"People Hold On" was quite successful in the music charts. It entered the top 20 UK Singles Chart, reached the 6th position in the US Dance Club Songs chart, and also landed in Top 10 in Ireland, and Netherlands.
Album Track
The song is a single from Coldcut's debut album, "What's That Noise?"
Remix Popularity
The Full Length Disco Mix version of "People Hold On" has also gained quite a bit of popularity, especially amongst DJs and in dance clubs.
Message
The song carries a powerful and uplifting message, prompting listeners to 'hold on' to what's good and positive, despite facing hardships in life.
Writer Credits
"People Hold On" was written by the Coldcut duo - Matt Black and Jonathan More, along with Lisa Stansfield and Ian Devaney.
Lisa Stansfield's Career
For Lisa Stansfield, "People Hold On" served as a launching pad facilitating her transition from regional UK success to international stardom.
Influence on Music
The song is seen as an influential song that helped pave the way for future intersections of pop and dance music.

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