Hold On Tight

by Electric Light Orchestra
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Lyrics

Mmm.

Hold on (D)tight to your dream.

Hey.

Hold on tight to your (G)dream.

When you see your ship go sail ing, when you feel your (G)heart is break ing.

Hold on tight

to your dream.

Mmm.

It’s a long time to be gone.

(Hold on.)

(Hold on.)

time just rolls on and on.

(Hold on.)

(Hold on.)

When you need a shoul der to cry on, when you get so (G)sick of try in’, just a hold on tight

to your dream.

When you (Em)get so (Bm)down that you (Em)can’t get up, and you (Am)want so (D)much, but you’re (Am)all out of luck.

When you’re (Em)so down (Bm)heart ed and (Em)mis un der stood, just (Am)o ver, and (Bm)o ver, and (C)o ver you (D)could.

Oh.

Ac cro che toi à ton rève.

(Hold on.)

Oh, on.)

Ac che toi à ton rève.

(Hold on.)

(Hold on.)

Quand tu vois ton shoul teau par cry tir, quand tu sens ton (G)coeur se bri ser, just a ac che toi

à ton rève.

When you (Em)get so (Bm)down that you (Em)can’t get up, and you (Am)want so (D)much, but you’re (Am)all out of luck.

When you’re (Em)so down (Bm)heart ed and (Em)mis un der stood, just (Am)o ver, and (Bm)o ver, and (C)o ver you (D)could.

Oh.

(Am)o ver, and (Bm)o ver, and (C)o ver you (D)could.

Yeah.

Hold on (D)tight to your dream.

Ooh, yeah!

Hold on (D)tight to your dream.

Yeah, yeah.

Hold on tight

to your dream.

Hold On Tight — Simple Sheet Music

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"Hold On Tight" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of G, 145 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 Tight

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Hold On Tight"?
Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
What key is "Hold On Tight" by Electric Light Orchestra played in?
Hold On Tight is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Hold On Tight"?
The arrangement plays at 145 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Hold On Tight" 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 Tight"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Hold On Tight"?
"Hold On Tight" was originally performed by Electric Light Orchestra. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Hold On Tight"?
This arrangement uses 7 chords: Am, Bm, C, D, Em, G, G6.
What other songs by Electric Light Orchestra can I play here?
Try "ALL OVER THE WORLD", "ROCKARIA", "DON'T BRING ME DOWN". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "Hold On Tight". Key of G, 145 BPM.
What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.

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