"Hold Out" is a song performed by English musician
Sam Fender
Samuel Thomas Fender (born 25 April 1994) is an English singer, songwriter, and musician. He is known for his high tenor voice and thick Geordie accent, layered over music characterised by a roots-orientated rock approach. Fender's sound relies ...
. The song was released as a digital download on 13 February 2020 by
Polydor Records
Polydor Records Ltd. is a German-British record label that operates as part of Universal Music Group. It has a close relationship with Universal's Interscope Geffen A&M Records label, which distributes Polydor's releases in the United States. ...
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The song was written by
Sam Fender
Samuel Thomas Fender (born 25 April 1994) is an English singer, songwriter, and musician. He is known for his high tenor voice and thick Geordie accent, layered over music characterised by a roots-orientated rock approach. Fender's sound relies ...
and produced by Bramwell Bronte.
Background
Fender originally wrote the song when he was twenty.
Talking about the song, he said: "It's about going out on the lash back home which was really just a form of escape." Fender explained that the lyrics address issues facing young people and partying and alcohol.
Music video
A music video to accompany "Hold Out" was first released on YouTube on 13 February 2020. The music video was directed by Jack Whitefield.
Personnel
Credits adapted from
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* Bramwell Bronte – producer, associated performer, engineer, programming, studio personnel
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Sam Fender
Samuel Thomas Fender (born 25 April 1994) is an English singer, songwriter, and musician. He is known for his high tenor voice and thick Geordie accent, layered over music characterised by a roots-orientated rock approach. Fender's sound relies ...
– composer, lyricist, associated performer, bass, guitar, vocals
* Drew Michael – associated performer, drums
* Johnny 'Blue Hat' Davis – associated performer, saxophone
* Joseph Atkinson – associated performer, synthesizer
* Dean Thompson – engineer, studio personnel
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Rich Costey
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– mixer, studio personnel
Charts
Release history
References
2020 songs
Sam Fender songs
Polydor Records singles
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