Holding Back The Years
Simply Red · It's Only Love
Thinking of the fear I've had so long.
When somebody hears,
Listen to the fear that's gone.
Strangled by the wishes of pater,
Hoping for the arms of mater,
Get to meet her sooner or later,
Holding back the years,
Chance for me to escape from all I know.
Holding back the tears,
Cause nothing here has grown.
I've wasted all my tears,
Wasted all those years.
Nothing had the chance to be good,
Nothing ever could, yeah.
I'll keep holding on,
I'll keep holding on,
I'll keep holding on,
I'll keep holding on.
So tight.
I've wasted all my tears,
Wasted all those years.
And nothing had the chance to be good,
Cause nothing ever could, yeah.
I'll keep holding on,
I'll keep holding on,
I'll keep holding on,
I'll keep holding on
So tight.
That's all I have today
It's all I have to say.
Holding Back The Years
Simply Red's 'Holding Back The Years' stands as a defining track from their 1981 debut album, 'It's Only Love.' Recorded in the classic soft rock and soul-pop style characteristic of the era, the song features the band's signature blend of acoustic guitar, warm vocals, and lush harmonies. The recording captures the group's early transition from a cover band to a studio act, showcasing their ability to reinterpret classic material with a fresh, emotive approach. Released during the height of the New Wave and soft rock movements, the track became an immediate staple of their discography, establishing the band's reputation for timeless melodies and emotional depth. Its enduring popularity reflects its status as a quintessential example of early 1980s British pop-rock, influencing countless subsequent artists who sought to emulate its intimate and polished sound.