This memory only marks one of the upbeat mid-westerner’s childhood performances. “I’ve loved performing from a very early age. I performed to “Thriller” and “Men in Black” at my elementary school talent show. My mom would make up choreography to go along with the songs. It was great,” recalls Baldridge. “I would take to the dance floor at wedding reception even if no one was dancing just to be able to perform in front of people. That’s when I learned how to win over a crowd. They would all be applauding by the end of the song,” says Drew with a smile.
Standing at 6’1", Drew grew up playing basketball and baseball, but would perform the “National Anthem” at all his games. “The high school I went to was too small for a band, but no one thought anything of me being a jock and a singer. I used any and every outlet I could to share my passion with others. The openly Christian teenager joined a quartet at church singing bass while his father sang tenor. Later on he began playing acoustic gigs at a nearby bar on Saturday nights. “My Dad stood by me and my preacher told me Jesus didn’t just preach in church, and I could be that light through my music.”
“It made perfect sense to become a country artist. I like to tell stories, and singing about where I come from,” explains Baldridge. He recalls his father buying a Dodge Intrepid when he was five years old and the owner threw in a cassette tape with the deal. “Alabama’s ‘Born Country’ was the first country song I fell in love with. We played that cassette over and over. The song rang true to me because my grandpa’s childhood home was just down the road, where the house that his father built by hand still stands.” Four generations of Baldridge’s family have lived and farmed that land in rural Illinois.
“If you have to describe my music in 3 words, I would have to say it’s fun, real, and positive,” says the singer/songwriter. “I love what Keith Urban says about creating music; ‘We don’t make music to impress, but to inspire.’ I truly believe that you know.” One of his favorite songs he recently worked on is “God’s Front Porch,” which was released on Easter of this year and is featured on Crossing County Lines Vol. II. “What a blessing it would be to be in the presence of the Lord on his front porch.”
In 2013, Drew signed with THiS Music, joining the ranks of Nashville’s most prominent and prolific songwriters. He went on to release his debut EP, All Good and his singles “BYOB” and “She’s Taken” became Midwestern radio staples. His new music project, Crossing County Lines is being released in three installments throughout 2015. The first volume was released this past December and debuted at #15 on the iTunes Country Chart. CCL Vol. II released April 7.
Known as much as a performer as a singer, Drew brings a rousing, energy-packed show to every opening or headlining date. “I am so very excited for my fans and future fans to hear my song ‘Dance With Ya.’ I went into the songwriting session with this melody in my head, and I said I want something that I could dance to. That’s what we created,” says Baldridge. The tune features a horn section, hypnotic chorus and topped off with Drew’s signature dance moves, “Dance With Ya” is destined to be a crowd-pleaser.
“I want to build my career the way Eric Church built his. He has an incredible fan base that he gained out on the road, which is similar to what we are doing. “Team work makes the dream work’ is the motto me and my band go by.” Catch up-and-comer Drew Baldridge and his band on the road in a city near you.
TRAIN
Drew Baldridge Lyrics
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Let the big dog ride
Cash stash in the pocket
A little profit
For a super size life
Drive a larreit charriet arriet boots
Time to put more coal in the shoot
I gotta ticket for ya with ya now
If you want all night
If you want good times
If you want
Oh, ho
Climb on it
Oh, ho
If you want crazy
Then come on baby
Just get your hot little self on up and jump up up on this train
I'm talkin'
Oh, ho
Climb on it
Oh ho
Hop on it
Oh, ho
Get on it
This train
What are we doing
Torpedo to the night life
Kevin beacon footloose
Gonna put a little back beat
In your backseat
Drop an ankle boost
Clubin' it strutin' it too
Snapchat tweetin' those selfies at you
Hashtag drew crew making waves
On this train
If you want all night
If you want good times
If you want
Oh, ho
Climb on it
Oh, ho
If you want crazy
Then come on baby
Just get your hot little self on up and jump up up on this train
I'm talkin'
Oh, ho
Climb on it
Oh, ho
Hop on it
Oh, ho
Get on it
This train
I know somewhere we can go and get it started
Started
We'll just let these steel wheels roll and have a party
Party
If you want all night
If you want good times
If you want
Oh, ho
Climb on it
Oh, ho
If you want crazy
Then come on baby
Just get your hot little self on up and jump up up on this train
I'm talkin'
Oh, ho
Climb on it
Oh, ho
Hop on it
Oh, ho
Get on it
This train
Oh, ho
Climb on it
Oh, ho
Hop on it
Oh, ho
Get on it
This train
The lyrics to Drew Baldridge's song "Train" are all about letting loose and having a good time. The imagery of horses and a big dog gives a sense of power and excitement, while the idea of having a cash stash in your pocket adds a feeling of luxury and freedom. The lyrics also reference different cultural icons like actor Kevin Bacon from the movie Footloose and the popular social media app Snapchat, which gives the sense that this train ride is all about being in the moment and enjoying life.
The chorus encourages listeners to come along for the ride and enjoy all the fun that this train has to offer. The use of repetition and catchy "oh ho" phrasing help to make the song memorable and easy to sing along to. The song paints a picture of a wild night out clubbing, taking selfies, and having a great time with friends.
Overall, "Train" is a fun and energetic song that encourages listeners to let go and have a good time. The lyrics are playful and full of pop culture references that make the song feel of-the-moment and relatable.
Line by Line Meaning
Gotta let out the horses
I need to let go and have some fun
Let the big dog ride
Embrace adventure and excitement
Cash stash in the pocket
I've got some money to spend
A little profit
I've been successful and can enjoy the fruits of my labor
For a super size life
I want to live life to the fullest
Drive a larreit charriet arriet boots
I'm driving a fancy car and feeling good
Time to put more coal in the shoot
Let's keep this party going
I gotta ticket for ya with ya now
I've got an invitation for you to come along with me
On this train
Let's go on this adventure together
If you want all night
If you're looking to have a good time that lasts all night
If you want good times
If you're looking for some fun experiences
If you want
If you're looking for something exciting
Climb on it
Join in the fun and excitement
If you want crazy
If you're ready for some wild and unpredictable adventures
Then come on baby
Let's go and have some fun
Just get your hot little self on up and jump up up on this train
Be spontaneous and come along for the ride
Hop on it
Join in the excitement and enjoy the ride
This train
This adventure we're going on
Torpedo to the night life
Let's dive headfirst into a night of fun
Kevin beacon footloose
Let's dance and let loose like Kevin Bacon in Footloose
Gonna put a little back beat
Let's add some rhythm to our night
In your backseat
We'll have some intimate moments in the back seat of the car
Drop an ankle boost
Let's get the party started and really let loose
Clubin' it strutin' it too
We'll strut our stuff and enjoy the club scene
Snapchat tweetin' those selfies at you
We'll capture the moment and share it with the world
Hashtag drew crew making waves
Our group is making a splash and having a great time
I know somewhere we can go and get it started
I have an idea for a great place to start our adventure
We'll just let these steel wheels roll and have a party
Let's hit the road and party along the way
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Drew Baldridge, Josh Leo, Tim Nichols
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