Holding On - Lyrics - Uriah Heep

The character is notable for his cloying humility, obsequiousness, and insincerity, making frequent references to his own "'humbleness". His name has become synonymous with being a yes man. He is the central antagonist of the latter part of the book.

Lost, lost like a precious flame The ashes burn on The ghost of a love we had Tries to hold on, tries to hold on No communication All systems are down No new conversation Never a sound, never a sound What's the point in holdin' on When the spirit is gone, holdin' on What's the point in holdin' on When the spirit is gone Cold, cold as the empty night Deep in your eyes I know there's no truth, no light Only your lies, only your lies What's the point in holdin' on When the spirit is gone, holdin' on What's the point in holdin' on When the spirit is gone The circle's broken The damage is done The crystal lies Smashed on the floor Your presence has left me now Your spirit has gone The ghost of a love we had Tries to hold on, tries to hold on What's the point in holdin' on When the spirit is gone, holdin' on What's the point in holdin' on When the spirit is gone The circle's broken The damage is done So what's the point in holdin' on