Dolly Parton & Porter Wagoner – Holdin’ On To Nothin’ (1968)

Step back into 1968 with this unforgettable duet from country legends Dolly Parton and Porter Wagoner, performing “Holdin’ On To Nothin’” live at the Grand Ole Opry. Written by Jerry Chesnut and produced by Bob Ferguson, this heartfelt ballad captures the ache of love that’s lost its spark but clings to memory.
🎙️ Recorded at RCA Studio B in Nashville on January 31, 1968
📀 Released as the lead single from their second album “Just the Two of Us”
📈 Peaked at #7 on Billboard Hot Country Songs
This performance showcases the raw emotion and vocal chemistry that made Dolly & Porter one of country music’s most iconic duos. Whether you're a lifelong fan or discovering them for the first time, this is country storytelling at its finest.
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