"Hold Out" is a song performed by English musician Sam Fender. The song was released as a digital download on 13 February 2020 by Polydor Records. The song was written by Sam Fender 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 Tidal. Bramwell Bronte – producer, associated performer, engineer, programming, studio personnel Sam Fender – 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 Rich Costey – mixer, studio personnel