Kelley, Hillary Scott and Dave Haywood recorded Lady Antebellum's self-titled debut album and released it in 2008. It included the singles "Love Don't Live Here," "Lookin' for a Good Time" and "I Run to You," which became the trio's first Number One hit on the Billboard country charts. In 2010, Lady Antebellum released its second album, Need You Now, which was led off by the five-week #1 hit "Need You Now." All three members of the band co-wrote these songs, with "Need You Now" also being co-written with their producer, Paul Worley.
The Driver
Charles Kelley Lyrics
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First one in and the last rolling out, shutting down
The up all-nighter, all the stars and sunrises I've seen
Every corn field and town in between
West to east
Oh, easy come easy go, yeah we rock then we roll out of town
But for now while the moment is here
All the drivers and dreamers, believers and singers
Oh won't you sing with me now
Oh oh woah, oh
Oh oh-oh oh oh oh
I'm the dreamer, soaking up every line
Searching for truth all the time, oh yeah
The believer, that music can save a soul
The one who's at every show in the front row, singin'
Oh, easy come easy go, yeah we rock then we roll out of town
But for now while the moment is here
Shine a light drink a beer, let's get loud
All the drivers and dreamers, believers and singers
Oh won't you sing with me now
Oh oh woah, oh
Oh oh-oh oh oh oh
Yeah!
Oh!
I'm the singer, pouring out all that I had
Every love song and heart break gone bad
And looking back, when I was younger
Sitting right there where you are
Sending a prayer to the highest star
And here we are
Oh here we are
Oh, easy come easy go
Yeah we rock then we roll out of town
But for now while the moment is here
Shine a light drink a beer, let's get loud
The drivers and dreamers, believers and singers
Oh won't you sing with me now
Oh oh woah, oh
Oh oh-oh oh oh oh
Oh oh woah, oh
Oh oh-oh oh oh oh
"The Driver" by Charles Kelley is a lyrical representation of the life of a touring musician. The song revolves around three characters - the driver, the dreamer and the singer, representing the different facets of the music industry. The driver is a symbol of the logistical backbone of the industry, bringing the circus to town and shutting it down. The dreamer represents the artist's creative spirit, always seeking to find the truth in every line, while the singer is the storyteller, pouring out their heartbreaks and memories through their music.
The chorus of the song, "easy come easy go, yeah we rock then we roll out of town", represents the transient nature of the music industry, with huge sacrifices made by the artists and crew to give their audience the best show possible. The lyrics resonate with anyone who has ever attended a concert and experienced the sense of community that comes from singing along with others.
The message of the song is a call to action for those in the audience who aspire to pursue careers in the music industry. The song invites the dreamers, believers, and singers to take part in the journey together with the artists, to sing along, and to believe that music can save a soul.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm the driver, bringing their circus to town
I am the responsible one bringing the performers to the stage one by one, the last to leave and shutting everything down.
First one in and the last rolling out, shutting down
I am the first one to arrive at the location and the last one to leave.
The up all-nighter, all the stars and sunrises I've seen
I am always up throughout the night, watching stars and the sunrise while travelling along every small town and seeing every corn field and much more.
Every corn field and town in between
I have travelled through every small town and corn field.
West to east
I travel from the west of the country to the very east.
Oh, easy come easy go, yeah we rock then we roll out of town
The show happens so fast and is gone even quicker, we play on the stage then quickly leave the town.
But for now while the moment is here
For now, let's enjoy this moment while we have it.
Shine a light drink a beer, let's get loud
Let's turn on the spotlights, grab a beer, be loud and have fun.
All the drivers and dreamers, believers and singers
Everyone who came here and played a role, the singers, the dreamers, and the believers.
Oh won't you sing with me now
Join me in this performance, everyone.
I'm the dreamer, soaking up every line
I am a dreamer who listens to every word of the song and takes it all in.
Searching for truth all the time, oh yeah
I am always searching for the truth while playing the music.
The believer, that music can save a soul
I believe music can be the saving grace to a person.
The one who's at every show in the front row, singin'
I am the one who is always in the front row, singing along and enjoying the music.
I'm the singer, pouring out all that I had
As a singer, I pour everything I have into my performance.
Every love song and heart break gone bad
All of the love songs and heartbreak are a part of my performance.
And looking back, when I was younger
When I was younger, I always wished I was sitting in the audience.
Sitting right there where you are
Sitting where you are sitting today.
Sending a prayer to the highest star
When I was younger, I always wished for this opportunity and prayed for it every day.
And here we are
And now here we are together, enjoying this moment.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Spirit Music Group, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ABE STOKLASA, CHARLES KELLEY, ERIC PASLAY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jennifersantoro3716
This is one of those songs that you just have to come back to now again. The lyrics, the individual vocals, the harmonies... fantastic!
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@laalirathore7912
You said it right , this song is amazing 👏
@nicolehogan8829
It reaches my soul every time I listen!
@Karl-Walter
Incredible as is, but Home Free did a cover of this song that is even better than the original.
@jerryhoeington9118
I agree.The Home Free version is incredible!
@clxdesdale9326
Riser, Humble and Kind, and The Drive are my favorite country songs on planet earth. They all have a special meaning to me. From the days I used to self-harm, I listened to them a lot. My family knew nothing, but two of my friends, and one of my internet friends know. I am proud to say I am two and a half months clean from cutting, and my depression is slightly wearing off. I have no favorite artist. I cannot compare one to the other for the blessing they give us with their music. I may be bullied at school because I like country, but I will not give it up because society has new, strict standards. Charles, please keep making country music. There's people that keep country and their artists in their hearts and refuse to give it up. God bless the U.S.A.
@bobswain6963
So many songs come to radio that make one wonder if country music lost it's way. Then this comes out and restores my faith that they still make great country music. Great harmonies.
@JohnG500
Amen. ;-)
@joshuanelson4834
totally agree. Most are getting more pop then country and it's fine but this is country to me. Growing up with Alan Jackson, George Strait, Brooks and Dunn and Garth Brooks. This is country. Love his solo so far and love Lady A. If you love one at least respect the other in my opinion