Hold Me
Dolly Parton · The Tour Collection [2008]
It's you that I run to henever I need to Darling, you console me
When trouble surrounds me, when bad times have found me
Just reach out your arms and hold me, hold me, hold me
Darling please take me in your arms of safety
Reach out your arms and hold me, hold me
When my feelings are showing, when my tears are flowing
Just reach out, reach out and hold me, hold me, hold me.
You know all of my needs you fill them completely
You know that you control me
I depend on your lovin' without you I'm nothin'
So reach out your arms and hold me, hold me, hold me.
Darling please take me in your arms of safety
Reach out you arms and hold me, hold me
When life is demanding, when I need understanding
Reach out, reach out and hold me, hold me, hold me...
Hold Me - Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton's "Hold Me" appears on her 2008 compilation album, The Tour Collection, serving as a reflective addition to her extensive catalog of country and pop ballads. The track exemplifies Parton's signature vocal style, characterized by a warm, emotive delivery that emphasizes themes of intimacy and emotional connection. While the song does not feature her most famous hits like "Jolene" or "I Will Always Love You," it maintains the same narrative depth found throughout her career. Released during a period where Parton frequently curated collections of her greatest performances, the recording highlights her enduring ability to craft songs that resonate with listeners seeking comfort and sincerity. The piece stands as a testament to her consistent contribution to the genre, offering a moment of quiet reflection within her broader body of work.