Ty Herndon is celebrating thirty years of country music with a powerful new collaboration alongside Ashley McBryde. The pair have joined forces for a reimagined version of Herndon’s 1998 classic “A Man Holdin’ On (To a Woman Lettin’ Go),” out now through Club44 Records. The emotional ballad finds new life through McBryde’s soulful grit and Herndon’s timeless warmth, making for one of the most poignant duets of the year.
Originally penned by Gene Dobbins, John Ramey, and Bobby Taylor, “A Man Holdin’ On” became one of Herndon’s most beloved hits in the late ’90s. Now, with McBryde’s haunting harmonies, the song feels both familiar and revitalized, a perfect bridge between country’s past and present. Together, the two deliver a masterclass in storytelling — a raw and tender reflection on love, loss, and the art of letting go.
“This song has always been one of the most emotional songs in my catalog,” Herndon says. “To revisit it with someone as fearless and gifted as Ashley was both humbling and electric. We didn’t just sing the song — we lived it.”
The track serves as the second single from Herndon’s upcoming double album Thirty, a career-spanning project that marks his three-decade journey in country music. Set to arrive in two volumes, Thirty will feature new collaborations on many of Herndon’s most cherished songs, each reinterpreted with some of today’s most dynamic country voices.
Released through Club44 Records, this reimagined “A Man Holdin’ On” is more than a trip down memory lane — it’s a heartfelt testament to Herndon’s longevity, authenticity, and enduring influence in the genre. Thirty stands as a celebration of resilience, artistry, and the stories that continue to define country music.