Song Description
A humble ode, in memory and celebration of my brother, Christopher Petruccelli, who passed away January 12, 2025. May he rest in peace.
| Song Length |
3:08 |
Genre |
Pop - Easy Listening, Unique - Unclassified |
| Tempo |
Slow (71 - 90) |
Lead Vocal |
Female Vocal |
| Mood |
Poignant, Serene |
Subject |
Sorrow, Spirituality |
| Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
Lyrics
To Hold Forever Dear
Verses
You're gone now
Couldn't hold on any longer
Hope you didn't suffer, or try to wait for me
So far away
On a redeye heading home
Bleary-eyed and whispering to rest in peace
Chorus
But oh!
I can hear your laughter echoing in my ears
And oh my God, the stories moving me to tears
The joy that you could bring
The notes your heart would sing
Such memories to hold forever dear
Verses
You're gone now
But surely not forgotten
Chapel walls resounding with hymns you loved so much
So many friends
Tears amid the laughter
The casket passing by receives their final touch
Chorus
But oh!
I can hear your laughter echoing in my ears
And oh my God, the stories moving me to tears
The joy that you could bring
The notes your heart would sing
Such memories to hold forever dear
Bridge
How I wish we could've kept you here
How I wish I could've held you near
Chorus
Oo-oh!
I can hear your laughter echoing in my ears
And oh my God, the stories moving me to tears
The joy that you could bring
The notes your heart would sing
Such memories to hold forever dear
Oo-oh, memories to hold forever dear