Hold On Loosely

by 38 Special

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Lyrics

You see it all (B)a round you:

good your lov in’ gone bad.

And you be lieve (B)it’s too late when you

re al ize what you (A)had.

And my mind goes back to a girl that I left some years a go, who told me:

Just hold on (E)loose ly,

but don’t let (A)go.

If you cling too (E)tight ly,

you’re gon na lose con (A)trol.

Your ba by needs (B)some one to be lieve in

and a whole lot of (A)space to breathe in.

You So damn all (B)a eas y

when your feel ings are such,

to o ver pro (B)it’s tect late her, you

re to love her too (A)much.

And my mind goes back to a girl that I left some years a go, who told me:

Just hold on (E)loose ly,

but don’t let (A)go.

If you cling too (E)tight ly,

you’re gon na lose con (A)trol.

Your ba by needs (B)some one to be lieve in

and a whole lot of (A)space to breathe in.

to breathe in.

Don’t let her slip a (D)way.

Sen ti men tal fool.

Don’t let your heart get in the way.

Hold On Loosely by 38 Special — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Hold On Loosely by 38 Special in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of E at 100 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

Tips for parents & teachers

  • Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
  • Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
  • Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
  • Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Hold On Loosely" good for a child learning piano?
Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Hold On Loosely"?
Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?
No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?
Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
How many chords does "Hold On Loosely" use?
Just 7 chords: A, B, C, D, E, F#m, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other 38 Special songs work for kids?
Try "CAUGHT UP IN YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.