Now playing

Hold On To

Chords

4.54 votes

Listen

YouTubeYouTube SpotifySpotify AppleApple Music

Cmajor

90BPM

Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams

#----------------------------------PLEASE NOTE---------------------------------#
#------------------------------------------------------------------------------##
    CAs my achin' head keeps begging, for a Fsleep that will not Ccome
    CI rise and walk the morning streets agGa7in
    I keep Cwond'rin how you're doin', and I Fwonder where you Care
    And I know I'll be all rGight but I don't know Cwhen
 CH:          CHold on to Fme babe, wCherever Gyou may be
              CHold on to Fme babe, CI'm with you GalwayCs
    There was something locked inside you, like a secret burning pain
    In a prison where you would not let me go
    I was sure we'd find the answer, 'till I woke and found you gone
    Now just what it was I guess I'll never know
    CH:
    I keep holding on to something, though I don't know what it is
    But at least I know the sound of my own name
    And I work as hard as ever, and I see the same old friends
    But there's something deep inside , that ain't the same
    CH:

All chords in this song (3)

🎸 Tips from players

Got a tip for playing this song — capo position, easier chords, strumming? Be the first to share one.

Chord Book

670,000+ free guitar chords · free-chords.com

Hold On To

by Tom Paxton

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

#----------------------------------PLEASE NOTE---------------------------------#

#------------------------------------------------------------------------------##

C F C

As my achin' head keeps begging, for a sleep that will not come

C G 7

I rise and walk the morning streets again

C F C

I keep wond'rin how you're doin', and I wonder where you are

G C

And I know I'll be all right but I don't know when

C F C G

CH: Hold on to me babe, wherever you may be

C F C G C

Hold on to me babe, I'm with you always

There was something locked inside you, like a secret burning pain

In a prison where you would not let me go

I was sure we'd find the answer, 'till I woke and found you gone

Now just what it was I guess I'll never know

CH:

I keep holding on to something, though I don't know what it is

But at least I know the sound of my own name

And I work as hard as ever, and I see the same old friends

But there's something deep inside , that ain't the same

CH:

About Hold On To Chords by Tom Paxton

Learn how to play Hold On To by Tom Paxton with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Hold On To chords”, “Hold On To guitar chords”, or “Tom Paxton Hold On To chords” and you will find this page — transpose to any key, tap chords for diagrams, and use auto-scroll while you play. Perfect for beginners looking for easy Hold On To chords and for experienced players who want accurate Hold On To lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include C, F, G.

FAQ — Hold On To by Tom Paxton

How do I play "Hold On To" by Tom Paxton on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Hold On To" by Tom Paxton on Free Chord Book. Tap any chord to see its diagram, use transpose to change the key, and turn on auto-scroll to play hands-free.

Are the chords for "Hold On To" by Tom Paxton free?

Yes. The chords for "Hold On To" by Tom Paxton are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Hold On To" to a different key?

Yes. Use the transpose buttons on the song page to shift "Hold On To" up or down by half-steps so it matches your vocal range or capo position.

Can I see chord diagrams for "Hold On To"?

Yes. Tap any chord in "Hold On To" to instantly see an interactive guitar chord diagram with alternate fingerings.

Is "Hold On To" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Hold On To" by Tom Paxton with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Tom Paxton below.

What key is "Hold On To" in?

The chords for "Hold On To" show the original chord names (including C, F, G). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.