It’s hard to believe it’s been nearly two years since the world lost Toby Keith. The country music legend passed away on February 5, 2024, leaving a void that fans and fellow musicians still feel deeply. His influence on the genre was immense, and his music continues to resonate with audiences everywhere.
Since his passing, Toby has been honored in countless ways. Nashville hosted a massive tribute concert, football stadiums rang out with fans singing his songs, and a special collection of Toby Keith covers by fellow country stars was released on Apple Music — keeping his legacy alive and thriving.
Over his remarkable career, Toby released 19 studio albums, two Christmas albums, and five compilation albums, selling over 40 million records worldwide. Even with such an extensive catalog, there are still treasures of his music that fans have never heard.
Recently, one such hidden gem surfaced. A previously unreleased demo called “End of the Night”, co-written with Bobby Pinson and David Lee Murphy about ten years ago, has now been shared on Apple Music as part of their “Lost & Found” series. The song never made it onto an official album, but its revival gives fans a chance to hear Toby’s voice on a track that could have been a hit.
Pinson called the song one of his favorites they ever wrote together, while Murphy said he always felt it had hit potential. Fans can also watch the songwriters share memories of recording the demo with Toby Keith in an accompanying video, offering a rare glimpse into the creative process of the late country icon.
