: It has surpassed 300 million streams on Spotify, fueled largely by its viral presence on social platforms like TikTok.
: While officially inspired by these combined experiences, Overstreet has also dedicated the song to his late Glee co-star Cory Monteith . Chart Performance and Milestones Chord Overstreet - Hold On
: The song gained massive exposure after being featured in the series finale of The Vampire Diaries . Composition and Reception : It has surpassed 300 million streams on
: The song was certified Platinum by the RIAA in April 2020 and reached Double Platinum status in August 2021. Composition and Reception : The song was certified
Critics and fans alike have praised the song for its raw, storytelling approach, heavily influenced by Overstreet's father, Nashville songwriter .
is an emotional piano and acoustic-driven ballad that explores themes of grief, unconditional love, and the desperation of nearly losing someone. Released in February 2017, the song transformed Overstreet from a known Glee actor into a respected singer-songwriter. Inspiration and Meaning
: During this same period, Overstreet lost a close friend to a drug overdose. He sat at a piano to capture the "what if" feelings of losing someone he still loved, even if they were no longer together.