Story Behind The Song
This song was written to comfort those in the throws of depression or heartache. The writer fought (and beat) an aggressive form of cancer. The song is meant to provide hope to those who feel hopeless.
Song Description
This song speaks for anyone who has felt despair, loss, or heartache of any kind. It commiserates, but then urges the listener to "hold on" for tomorrow, when things surely will be better. Captivating vocals and haunting music, beautiful violin all result in a poignant and gut wrenching song. Winner Americana Single of the Year, LA Music Awards 2009.
Song Length |
4:36 |
Genre |
Country - Alternative, Pop - Easy Listening |
Tempo |
Medium Slow (91 - 110) |
Lead Vocal |
Female Vocal |
Mood |
Poignant, Moving |
Subject |
Sorrow, Hope |
Similar Artists |
Annie Lennox, Leann Rimes |
Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
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Lyrics
Float Away--Written By Laura Roppé
She says, I think I'll go home
Turn off the telephone
Take a little pill to cope
And float away
Forget about the day
She keeps telling herself
She's doing just fine
If she lights some candles
Drinks a glass of wine
She can float
Float away
She's not sure how she got to this place
World is crashing down
All mixed up, lettin' go, givin' up
Never thought she'd end up getting wasted
Losin' faith
Floatin' away
She says, this life's too heavy
I've reached the breaking point
If I check out now
I can leave it all behind
And float
Float away
But she hears the voice
Of her little girl
Only thing that matters
In this whole world
Gotta find a way
Not to fade away
She's not sure how she got to this place
World is crashing down
All mixed up, lettin' go, givin' up
Never thought she'd end up getting wasted
Losin' faith
Floatin' away
Hold on, for one more day
Hold on, for one more day
Hold on, for one more day
Hold on, for one more day
Hold on, for one more day
Hold on, for one more day
She's not sure how she got to this place
World is crashing down
Gotta have faith it'll be all right
Too much to lose if she loses this fight
Baby growing up ashamed all her life
If she goes away
If she fades away
Won't float away
No, won't float away
Hold on, for one more day
Hold on, for one more day
Hold on, for one more day