Discover the story of the song > Hold Out – Sam Fender

The protagonist is talking about the late night scene, with aggressive guys and couples sharing jackets and jokes in line for a cab. He mentions how he's still feeling dizzy and will numb his emotions until he can safely handle them. The chorus repeats that the night is long and he can't hold on, possibly referring to needing emotional support from his partner. The second verse talks about trouble-causing people and how their actions only temporarily distract the protagonist until he's alone in bed again. The chorus repeats again, emphasizing that the night is long and he can't hold on. The break emphasizes the night once more, and the final chorus repeats again, with the line "can't hold out" being repeated multiple times. Overall, the song seems to express the protagonist's struggle with the long night and his need for support.