Hold That Thought Song Lyrics and Chords by Gene Watson
Hold That Thought
Recorded by Gene Watson
Written by Ray Griff and Tommy Rocco
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Picture this a small cafe a
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table set for two
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sweet sound of a violin
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across the
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room
A blushing rose soft candle light that
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sparkles in the wine
Hold that
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thought
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with me in
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mind
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Hold that thought and honey would you
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dance with
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me
Just
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close your eyes and think about
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how it could be
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Picture this white silver sand a
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golden moon on high
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harbor where the water's clear
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as your blue
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eyes
A tender kiss that stills the night and
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stops the hands of time
Hold that
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thought
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with me in
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mind
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Hold that thought and honey if
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the feeling's
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right
Let's
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leave this bar and make those pictures
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come to life
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Hold that
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thought
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Hold that
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thought
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for me t
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onight
FAQ
Who sang the the song Hold That Thought?
- The song Hold That Thought was sang by Gene Watson.
Who is Gene Watson?
- Gary Gene Watson (born October 11, 1943) is an American country music singer. He is most famous for his 1975 hit "Love in the Hot Afternoon," his 1981 #1 hit "Fourteen Carat Mind," and his signature 1979 song "Farewell Party." Watson's long career has included five number one hits, 21 top tens, and 48 charted singles.
