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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (July 28, 2026) – Country troubadours Ned LeDoux and the late Dan Seals star in the official music video for “God Must Be A Cowboy,” out now. Following their reimagined duet released in March, the new video pays tribute to the western, slower-paced way of life.
Watch the official music video for “God Must Be A Cowboy” HERE.
Listen to “God Must Be A Cowboy” HERE.
Directed by Erika Rock, the video begins with LeDoux in a cozy log cabin with “some coffee from a tin cup in his hand…” while singing to archival footage of Seals on a vintage television screen. As the music continues, LeDoux moves to the outdoors with his Takamine guitar, featuring scenes of greenery and wide shots of the majestic world around him.
Filmed in Madison, Tennessee, the quaint atmosphere reflects the song’s message that life is most beautiful because of the blessings we have in front of us.
Wakin’ up in the mornin’
With an eagle overhead
Makes me want to fly away before my time
And I think God must be a cowboy at heart
He made wide-open spaces from the start
He made grass and trees and mountains
And a horse to be a friend
And trails to lead old cowboys home again
“Shooting the video for ‘God Must Be A Cowboy’ was a lot of fun. Erika made it really easy. Hearing the song as we shot the video just always put a smile on my face. Proud we could do this for Dan,” said Ned LeDoux.
“God Must Be A Cowboy” was Seals’ first Top 10 hit on the Billboard Country Singles chart in 1983. It was also recorded by Ned’s father, Chris LeDoux on his 1984 album Melodies and Memories.
LeDoux continues to honor his traditional country roots with his western spirit and familial influence. Next month, he’ll play the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheater in Morrison, Colorado, and recently announced The Bareback Jack Tribute shows. Dedicated to his late father, Ned will play Chris LeDoux’s classic hits in honor of the 50th anniversary of his 1976 bareback world championship.
“God Must Be A Cowboy” is part of the Dan Seals & Friends: The Last Duet album, releasing August 28. With a myriad of dynamic duets including the voices of musical greats Suzy Bogguss, Tanya Tucker, and Vince Gill, the tribute album honors the life and legacy of Dan Seals. Pre-save the album HERE.
About Ned LeDoux
Ned LeDoux, the singer-songwriter and son of country legend Chris LeDoux, has built a career honoring his forebears while still forging his own path. LeDoux, who has been releasing solo music since 2017 but has been a touring musician since his teenage years, has infused all of his records with realistic stories of life as a cowboy, his relationship with music royalty, and the pain and joy that infuse his work. His first record, Sagebrush, features rock-tinged country jams, built around LeDoux’s approachable delivery and inimitable ability to turn a memorable phrase. Next inLine, released in 2019, proved its title prophetic, introducing LeDoux to a wider audience than ever before. With 2022’s sterling Buckskin, he introduced the renegade spirit of 70s outlaw country into his sound, cooking up simmering jams indebted to his experiences as a ranch hand. On his latest album, touchingly titled Safe Haven after the tragic loss of his daughter, he uses the memories of those he has lost to help him carry on with joy, celebration, and a faith that they are guiding his work. There’s a tribute to his late father in the form of “One Hand in the Riggin,” which magically features Ned singing along with a vocal performance his dad tracked 23 years ago. Safe Haven is far and away the artistic statement LeDoux has always wanted to make. “My songwriting maturity is more confident than it’s ever been before,” he explains before adding that his fans will still recognize some of his signature style. “There’s also some stuff on here that relates very well with what I’ve done already, because it’s familiar and comfortable.” Safe Haven is an intoxicating blend of risk-taking, bold songwriting, and songs that find LeDoux in his familiar, comfortable territory. Both sides of the coin are equally worthy pursuits, one a reminder of where he’s been, and one an assurance that the path forward is still worth exploring.
About Dan Seals
Dan Seals was never one to follow convention. Born and raised in Texas, he played a right-handed, 12-string guitar with his left hand and eight strings— “upside down and backwards,” as he liked to say. This unconventional approach carried through his entire career, as he seamlessly transitioned from pop stardom to country success. Seals first gained fame as “England Dan” in the pop-rock duo, England Dan & John Ford Coley. The pair’s 1976 hit “I’d Really Love to See You Tonight” cemented their place in pop history, followed by other classics, “Nights Are Forever Without You” and “Love Is The Answer.” When the duo disbanded, Seals faced financial struggles as he worked for years to rebuild his career. Determined to find a new path, he embraced his country roots. In 1984, “God Must Be a Cowboy” gave him his first country top 10 hit. This paved the way for an astonishing run of eleven No. 1 Billboard country hits. Hits such as “Bop,” “Everything That Glitters (Is Not Gold),” and “Meet Me in Montana,” featuring Marie Osmond, showcased his ability to blend emotional depth with commercial appeal. His work earned him 2 CMA awards, multiple GRAMMY nominations, and a loyal fanbase. Seals was known for his artistic integrity, only recording songs that stirred him emotionally. His producer, Kyle Lehning, recalled how he pursued excellence with “light-hearted seriousness” in the studio. When the radio hits slowed, Seals remained a beloved touring act, later performing with his brother Jim (from Seals & Crofts) as Seals & Seals, bringing their respective catalogs to audiences worldwide. Diagnosed with mantle cell lymphoma in 2007, Seals faced his final days with the same grace he brought to his music. He passed away on March 25, 2009, at 8:30 p.m.—”Showtime,” as his manager put it. Seals was posthumously inducted into the Texas Heritage Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2025. His legacy remains one of versatility, authenticity, and an enduring impact on both pop and country music. A duets album, Dan Seals & Friends: The Last Duet, featuring Seals’ vocals with a cavalcade of respected musicians, will be released on August 28.
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