The Earl Thomas Conley Holding Her and Loving You song was was released in August 1983 as the second single from the album “Don’t Make It Easy for Me”. This song was Conley’s fourth number one country single.
The Holding Her and Loving You Music Video
The music video for “Holding Her and Loving You” perfectly complements the song’s emotional depth. Directed with a minimalist approach, it focuses on Conley’s heartfelt performance, interspersed with scenes that subtly depict the story of love and longing. The simplicity of the video allows the song’s powerful lyrics and Conley’s emotional delivery to take center stage.
The music video became the most popular of Conely’s career with over 23 million views as of November of 2024. Watch the music video and see the written lyrics below.
Earl Thomas Conley Holding Her and Loving You Music Video
The Story Behind the Song
“Holding Her and Loving You” tells the story of a man caught in an emotional tug-of-war. He’s torn between his love for his current partner and the lingering feelings he has for someone from his past. The lyrics are deeply personal and raw, resonating with anyone who has faced the painful reality of moving on while still holding onto pieces of a former love.
This song was written by Walt Aldridge and Tom Brasfield.
Earl Thomas Conley Holding Her and Loving You Lyrics
It’s the third hardest thing I’ll ever do
Leavin’ here without you
And the second hardest thing I’ll ever do
Is tellin’ her about you
She’s been good to me when things were goin’ rough
How can I tell her now, good ain’t good enough
Oh, the hardest thing I’ve ever had to do
Is holding her and loving you
If she’d give me one good reason I’d be gone
She ain’t done, one thing wrong
So don’t expect me to just walk out of the door
I still love her but I love you more
She’s been good to me when things weren’t goin’ right
She made my days long before you made my nights
So, the hardest thing I’ve ever had to do
Is holding her and loving you
Yeah, the hardest thing I’ve ever have to do
Is holing her and loving you
Girl, the hardest thing I’ve ever have to do
Is holding her and loving you
Earl Thomas Conley’s Lasting Influence
Earl Thomas Conley’s unique ability to convey raw emotion through his music left an indelible mark on country music. With over 18 number-one hits during his career, he became one of the most celebrated artists of the 1980s. Songs like “Holding Her and Loving You” showcase his talent for storytelling and his knack for connecting with listeners on a deeply personal level.
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