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Randy Travis’ New Single “Horses in Heaven” Is Touching Hearts Everywhere

Randy Travis releases 'Horses in Heaven,' his second AI-assisted single, blending nostalgia, faith, and classic country storytelling to fans' delight.
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  • Riley is a Senior Country Music Journalist for Country Thang Daily, known for her engaging storytelling and insightful coverage of the genre.
  • Before joining Country Thang Daily, Riley developed her expertise at Billboard and People magazine, focusing on feature stories and music reviews.
  • Riley has a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Belmont University, with a minor in Cultural Studies.

Randy Travis has done it again.

The country legend just released his brand-new single, “Horses in Heaven,” marking his second new song in over a decade. Fans have been eagerly waiting for this one since he announced it on January 29, and now that it’s finally here, it’s clear—this song is something special.

A Song Straight from the Heart

Randy Travis first teased “Horses in Heaven” with a heartfelt message about his deep love for horses and how they’ve been a part of his life since childhood. He shared that despite his stroke in 2013, his passion for music never wavered:

“When I began my recovery almost 12 years ago, many things changed, but one thing stayed the same – my desire to share new music and create new memories.”

With “Horses in Heaven,” he delivers an emotional tribute to these beloved animals, blending faith, nostalgia, and pure country soul.

Fans have flooded social media with praise, calling the song a tearjerker and a beautiful reminder of Travis’s lasting impact on country music.

How Randy Travis Is Still Making Music

Since suffering a stroke that left him with aphasia, Travis has had to rely on artificial intelligence to bring his voice back to life in new recordings.

His first AI-assisted song, “Where That Came From,” stunned country fans last year, and “Horses in Heaven” continues in the same vein. Using a painstaking process of reconstructing his voice from past recordings, his longtime producer, Kyle Lehning, worked to ensure that the final product still felt authentically Randy Travis.

While AI in music remains controversial, this case is different. Travis has been involved every step of the way, blessing the process and making sure the music stays true to his legacy.

A Testament to His Legacy

At this point, every new song from Randy Travis feels like a gift. He could’ve stepped away from music entirely after his stroke, but instead, he’s finding new ways to share his voice with the world.

“Horses in Heaven” isn’t just another song—it’s a reminder of the storytelling, soul, and sincerity that made Randy Travis a country icon in the first place.

And for fans who grew up on “Forever and Ever, Amen,” and “Three Wooden Crosses,” it’s good to hear that voice again.

Hit play below to experience Randy Travis’ heartfelt new single, ‘Horses in Heaven,’ and feel the emotion that’s moving listeners everywhere!

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