: 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.
Despite not making a significant initial impact on traditional radio charts, "Hold On" became a sleeper hit through streaming and television placements.
: The song was certified Platinum by the RIAA in April 2020 and reached Double Platinum status in August 2021. 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 Spotify, fueled largely by its viral presence on social platforms like TikTok. : During this same period, Overstreet lost a
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
: 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 : The song was certified Platinum by the
: The track was inspired by an on-again, off-again relationship that left him realizing you can love someone unconditionally even after things end.