A Song Years in the Making
Randy Travis, a legendary figure in country music, released his highly anticipated new single “Horses in Heaven” today. The track, written by Jon Randall and Matt Nolen, embodies a heartfelt message that resonates deeply with Travis’ personal story. Horses have long been part of his life, thanks to his late father Harold Traywick, a renowned horse trainer in North Carolina who passed his love of riding to his children.
With its touching lyrics and spiritual undertones, the song feels like a perfect fit for the Hall of Famer. You can listen to the new single here.
A Message of Hope Amid Losses
The song’s release comes during a somber week for many. Travis shared his heartfelt thoughts on social media about the tragedies impacting the country music community and beyond:
“This has been an incredibly hard 24 hours. Last night, many souls were lost in the horrific plane crash in Washington, D.C., and this morning, we lost a dear member of our country music and Warner Music family, publishing giant Ben Vaughn. My prayers are with all of the people affected by these losses, including members of our team.”
“Tomorrow’s song release, ‘Horses in Heaven,’ feels like a timely reminder of God’s love and mercy, and I hope it brings some comfort to those of us hurting through these tragedies. We have decided to continue with this release and promotion of it but felt remiss not to share what’s on my heart right now… God Bless Ben, the victims of last night’s crash, and all who are feeling the heaviness of this moment.”
The song’s poignant chorus echoes this sense of spiritual comfort:
“There are horses in Heaven, so I bet that God’s a cowboy
Headin’ off into the sunset in a big white Stetson hat
Every time you hear the thunder, it’s just a posse full of angels
Ridin’ those horses up in Heaven, golden saddles on their backs.”
The More Life Tour Continues
Despite the somber mood, Travis continues on his More Life Tour, featuring guest vocalist James Dupré and his longtime touring band.
- Feb. 8 – Scottsdale, Ariz. – Virginia Piper Theatre
- Feb. 10 – San Luis Obispo, Calif. – CAL Poly State PAC
- Feb. 11 – Bakersfield, Calif. – Fox Theatre
- Feb. 12– Santa Barbara, Calif. – Lobero Theatre
- Feb. 14 – Monterey, Calif. – Golden State Theatre
- Feb. 15 – Visalia, Calif. – Visalia Fox Theatre
- Feb. 16 – Sacramento, Calif. – Crest Theatre
- Feb. 23 – Mason City, Iowa – North Iowa Community College
- March 20 – Cedartown, Ga. – Cedartown PAC
- March 21 – Princeton, W.Va. – Chuck Mathena Center
- March 22 – Ashland, Ky. – Paramount Theatre
- April 10 – Joliet, Ill. – Rialto Square
- April 11 – Effingham, Ill. – Effingham Performance Center
- April 12 – Renfro Valley, Ky. – Renfro Valley Entertainment Center
- April 25 – New Philadelphia, Ohio – Kent State PAC
- April 26 – Clarksburg, W.Va. – Robinson Grand PAC
- May 9 – The Woodlands, Texas – The High Horse
- May 10 – Arlington, Texas – Arlington Music Hall
- May 11 – Branson, Mo. – Clay Cooper Theater
Randy Travis: A Legend of Country Music
With over 23 million records sold and countless accolades, including seven Grammy Awards and membership in the Grand Ole Opry since 1986, Randy Travis remains one of country music’s most celebrated artists. Despite suffering a near-fatal stroke in 2013, his journey of recovery continues to inspire fans worldwide.
Travis’ impact extends beyond music, with appearances in feature films, television shows, and a long-standing advocacy for U.S. troops, including receiving the Bob Hope Entertainment Award. His memoir Forever and Ever, Amen and the award-winning documentary More Life have solidified his legacy.
Randy Travis’ new single “Horses in Heaven” reminds listeners of the enduring comfort found in faith, hope, and music.
