Hold On

by Kansas
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Lyrics

(Am)Look in the mir ror and (C)tell me when just what you see.

(Am)What have the years of your (C)life a taught you to be?

(F)In no cence dy ing in (D)so man y ways;

(F)things that you dream of are (Em)lost, when lost in the haze.

Hold (Em)on,

ba by, hold (D)on,

’cause it’s (C)clos er than you (D)think and you’re (Am)stand ing on the (D)brink.

Hold (Em)on,

ba by, hold (D)on,

’cause there’s (C)some thing on the (D)way, your to (Am)mor row’s not the (D)same as to (E)day.

(Am)Don’t you re call what you (C)felt ing, when you weren’t a lone?

(Am)Some one who stood by your (C)side, he’s face you have known?

(F)Where do you run when it’s (D)too much to bear

(F)Who do you turn to in (Em)need you’re no bod y’s there?

Hold (Em)on,

ba by, hold (D)on,

’cause it’s (C)clos er than you (D)think and you’re (Am)stand ing on the (D)brink.

Hold (Em)on,

ba by, hold (D)on,

’cause there’s (C)some thing on the (D)way, your to (Am)mor row’s not the (D)same as to (E)day.

(C)some thing on the (D)way, your to (Am)mor row’s not the (D)same.

Hold (Em)on,

ba by, hold (D)on,

’cause it’s (C)clos er than you (D)think and you’re (Am)stand ing on the (D)brink.

Hold (Em)on,

ba by, hold (D)on,

’cause there’s (C)some thing on the (D)way; your to (Am)mor row’s not the (D)same.

Hold (Em)on.

Hold On — Piano Lead Sheet

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"Hold On" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of C, 72 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “Hold On

Where are the chord symbols for "Hold On" displayed?
Lead Sheet shows chord symbols (like Am, G7, C) above the melody line with lyrics below. Every chord change highlights in real time as the song plays, so you can play the melody with the right hand and follow chord shapes with the left. "Hold On" is in C.
What key is "Hold On" by Kansas played in?
Hold On is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Hold On"?
The arrangement plays at 72 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Hold On" easy to play on piano?
This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
Can I download sheet music for "Hold On"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Hold On"?
"Hold On" was originally performed by Kansas. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Hold On"?
This arrangement uses 9 chords: Am, B, C, D, E, Em, Esus4, F, +1 more.
What other songs by Kansas can I play here?
Try "SONG FOR AMERICA", "THE WALL", "CARRY ON WAYWARD SON". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Does "Hold On" have chords and lyrics?
Yes! The Lead Sheet shows the melody with chord symbols (like Am, G, C) and full lyrics. Perfect for singing along or playing with a band. "Hold On" is in the key of C at 72 BPM.
What chords are in "Hold On"?
Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of C, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.

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