Let's Hang On
The Manhattan Transfer · Other Songs - The Manhattan Transfer
True love takes a lot of tryin'
Oh, I'm cryin'
Let's hang on to what we've got
Don't let go, girl, we've got a lot
Got a lot of love between us
Hang on, hang on, hang on, to what we got
Dooh doot, dooh doot, dooh doot
You say you're gonna go and call it quits
Gonna chuck it all and break our love to bits
I wish you'd never said it
(Just breakin' up, forget it)
Oh no, we'll both regret it
(Just breakin' up, and you'll regret it)
That little chip of diamond on my hand
Ain't a fortune, baby, but you know it stands
A love to tie and bind us
(Just for your love, the love babe)
We just can't leave behind us
(Only the love, just for the love babe)
Baby,
(Don't you go)
Baby,
(Oh no no)
Think it over and stay
Let's hang on to what we've got
Don't let go, girl, we've got a lot
Got a lot of love between us
Hang on, hang on, hang on, to what we got
Dooh doot, dooh doot, dooh doot
There isn't anything I wouldn't do
I'd pay any price to get in good with you
Give me a second turnin'
(Then patch it up, come get it)
Don't cool off whie I'm burnin'
(Then patch it up, you won't regret it)
You've got me cryin', dyin' at your door
Don't shut me out, ooh let me in once more
Your arms I need to hold you
(Then open up and mend it)
Your heart, oh girl, I choose you
(Just open up, then you will mend it)
Baby
(Don't you go)
Baby
(Oh no no)
Oh baby
(Stay)
Let's hang on to what we've got
Don't let go, girl, we've got a lot
Got a lot of love between us
Hang on, hang on, hang on, to what we got
Dooh doot, dooh doot, dooh doot
Hangin' on to what we got
(Let's hang on)
Hangin' on to what we got
(Keep hangin' on)
Hangin' on to what we got
(Let's hang on)
Hangin' on to what we got
(Keep hangin' on)
Hangin' on to what we got
(Let's hang on)
Let's hang on to what we've got
Don't let go, girl, we've got a lot
Got a lot of love between us
Hang on, hang on, hang on, to what we got
Dooh doot, dooh doot
Let's hang on to what we've got
Don't let go, girl, we've got a lot
Got a lot of love between us
Hang on, hang on, hang on, to what we got
Dooh doot, dooh doot
Let's hang on to what we've got
Don't let go, girl, we've got a lot
Got a lot of love between us
Hang on, hang on, hang on, to what we got
Dooh doot, dooh doot
Let's hang on to what we've got
Don't let go, girl, we've got a lot
Got a lot of love between us
Hang on, hang on, hang on, to what we got
Dooh doot, dooh doot
Let's Hang On
The Manhattan Transfer's 1966 recording of 'Let's Hang On' stands as a defining example of their signature vocal ensemble style, blending jazz improvisation with polished pop sensibilities. As a staple of their discography, the track showcases the group's signature four-part harmony and intricate interplay between voices and instruments, characteristic of their work during the mid-1960s. The song reflects the era's fusion of traditional jazz standards with contemporary R&B influences, cementing the group's reputation as one of the most sophisticated vocal jazz acts of their time. Its enduring appeal lies in its melodic structure and the seamless integration of the ensemble's unique sound, making it a frequent choice for live performances and a beloved song in their catalog.