You're Holding My Heart In Your Hands

Donnie Iris · Together Alone [1999]

You're holding my heart in your hands

And my heart's begun to dance

So I pray your feelings are true

For there is much that I could lose

I must go on soul control

Close my eyes and trust this road

But where it's going I do not understand

You're holding my heart in your hands

I am afraid of it

I am trembling

I never heard it beating

I wish you'd fly with it

I know you're able

Take me on a rocket flight tonight

With my heart in your hands

I'm on fire, I'm hot as ash

For you I'll take this chance

You're holding my heart in your hands

I sometimes lay

In the twilight

Aching for your touch

Now I don't mean to

But I need you

And baby, I'm missing you so much

You're holding my heart in your hands

And my heart's begun to dance

So I pray your feelings are true

For there is much that I could lose

I must go on soul control

Close my eyes and trust this road

But where it's going I do not understand

You're holding my heart in your hands

You're Holding My Heart In Your Hands

Donnie Iris is a staple of American rock, known for blending heartland rock with energetic pop sensibilities. This track appears on his 1999 album Together Alone, a recording that reflects his continued output during the turn of the millennium. While Iris is perhaps best remembered for his 1980s hits like 'Wicked Game' and 'Ah! Leah!', his later work maintained the melodic drive and emotional resonance that defined his career. The song fits within his broader discography of accessible rock anthems, showcasing his ability to craft enduring melodies. Together Alone represents a period where Iris continued to explore personal themes within a polished rock framework, adding another chapter to a catalogue that has influenced generations of rock fans.