Hold Me Up
Dave Matthews Band · Other Songs - Dave Matthews Band
So I can see you
Hold me down
If running's what's got into me
What cries my name
I won't set you away
Oh I'm older
Still the years give
And I'll walk into the big line
And I'll hold me
And soon I'm in the big door
And your deceit is growing big (?!?)
Oh, I know
That you rather be somewhere else
But I'm not here all alone
Trying to wish you so
Hold Me Down
If I've got the fear
Hold Me up
If running's what's gotten into me
Cause cry as I may
These tears won't wash you away
Though I'm older
I cry like a baby everyday
Then I come into the big line
Let it all go out in the wee hours of the morn'
I'm coming back a chased time (?)
And the fool will leap to bed (?)
Cry as I may
These tears won't wash you away
Then I'm --
And I'm all facing at an empty room again
No one's coming to the *something*
I feel the *something* is rising
Oh, *something*
Cry as I may
These tears won't wash you away.
Hold Me Up - Dave Matthews Band
Dave Matthews Band's "Hold Me Up" stands as a defining track from their mid-1990s era, capturing the band's signature blend of soulful R&B influences and alternative rock. The song features a distinctive vocal performance by Dave Matthews, characterized by his smooth, emotive delivery that anchors the track's atmospheric production. Released during a period of significant artistic maturity for the group, the recording exemplifies their ability to weave complex harmonies with organic instrumentation. While often associated with their later albums, the song's roots lie in their exploration of soul and blues, creating a sound that resonated deeply with audiences and critics alike. It remains a staple of their live performances, showcasing the band's enduring capacity to deliver emotionally charged, melodic rock that transcends typical genre boundaries.