Had to reply... loved this thread and thanks to all for the trip down memory lane! First song that came to my mind (with an apology if someone else has already posted it) was Everybody Hurts by R.E.M. “Hold on” is sung in the lyrics many, many times.
I love it,Thanks LibSnubber ((((Hugs))))
REM - Everybody hurts (with lyrics)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2N_uvnvGbI