The song Hanging On by Harem Scarem is about the confusion and uncertainty in a relationship. The lyrics ask the questions "If you go, if you'll stay, has become a mystery" and "have you found what you need, what's the voice inside your head saying?" indicating the uncertainty of the future of the relationship. The protagonist of the song is confused and unsure about the other person's thoughts and feelings, stating "I don't know what you're thinking, or what's up or down." The ups and downs of the relationship have shaken the protagonist's faith in the promises made by the other person, and they feel like they are hanging on to empty vows and dreams. The chorus of the song shows the desperation and helplessness of the situation, with the protagonist saying "How do we know where we stand, can't leave it all to circumstance, I haven't felt it in a long time, I invented it in my mind, it's blind leading the blind. In this storm till every hope is gone, please help me." Overall, Hanging On is a song about the struggles and difficulties of maintaining a relationship when there is confusion and uncertainty involved. The lyrics suggest that it is important for both parties to communicate honestly and openly in order to move forward and find clarity in the relationship.
