“We set out to do this,” says Kris. “We write our songs, play and sing; it’s what we’ve done, it’s what we’ll do. We want to create something that will stand the test of time, like Seger or the Eagles. We don’t really have a standard genre. If people want to call us country, let them. But with Bring Up the Sun, you’ll get a really good sense of what we’re doing in our style of country music, and it’s got ‘70s classic rock sounds, with a little pop, rock, and bluegrass.”
Sundy Best began as a high energy Lexington, Kentucky bar act. As kids coming up together in Eastern Kentucky, they played music in church and formed their own band in high school.
“Growing up, my earliest memories are of my dad playing and singing, and listening to records with him,” says Kris. He played drums along with Dad, and the cajon remains his instrument – part of what gives Sundy Best its distinctive sound. All songs on Bring Up The Sun were recorded using cajon, no drums or cymbals.
Nick recalls his mom playing piano. By first grade, he took piano lessons too, though practicing wasn’t his thing. “I remember my whole family played bluegrass at the holidays. I was shy growing up; I didn’t try to sing much.” Eventually, guitar became his love.
Both athletes, Nick headed to Pikeville College for football, while Kris played basketball at Centre College in Danville.
English major Kris read Twain and Melville when not on the basketball court; Nick started strumming guitar in bars. When his favorite football coach, a fellow musician, left the school, he gave Nick a parting gift – a real passion for live music.
“He introduced me to the bar and pool hall scene in Johnson City. The musicians I met inspired me, I found myself writing music. My life took a new direction.” He’d play football on a Saturday afternoon, then head to an off-campus bar and play for four more hours.
After college, Nick contacted his old friend Kris about buying some drums. He didn’t have any to sell, but Kris offered to come play drums with Nick and another musician. They jammed all night, revived a friendship and drank a few cold ones; the next evening they played their first gig.
In August 2010, Nick moved to Lexington with Kris. The pair played patios while working for the cable company.
November brought a life-changing performance at Redmon’s, the Lexington live music bar venue. There they coined the name “Sundy Best,” honed their performance skills and wrote music, as their incredibly enthusiastic fan base began to materialize.
In the three years since, they’ve grown powerfully, defining their sound with solid lyrics and the powerful beats of throwback ‘70s rock influence. Now Sundy Best has a dedicated grassroots following from Lexington to Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry and beyond.
They take pride in their original material. “I think we’re going to make the best music we possibly can, genuine music from where the heart is, and see where we go from there,” says Kris. “We’re childhood friends, we grew up together making music, we still do it, and, you know, we’re pretty down to earth.”
“Everything we’ve written is a true story,” adds Nick. “We are who we say we are. Our music is the real thing; it’s autobiography. We’re not trying to fit into a category or write the generic pickups-and-sweet-tea songs. Our music is real, it’s honest, and we’re trying to make something that’s relevant and influence others. “
Distance
Sundy Best Lyrics
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I need new brakes
I drove all night
I had a fill-up tank
All for a chance
That I might see your face
One night with you
And all problems erased
But there's gonna be distance
Between you and me
Baby, I ain't scared
It's meant to be
We can make this thing work
I guarantee
But there's gonna be some distance
Between you and me
I know that we said
We tried this before
But baby, I got scared
And I walked out your door
But now I'm back
With my heart on the floor
I have to see you tonight
I ain't been more sure
But there's gonna be distance
Between you and me
Baby, I ain't scared
It's meant to be
We can make this thing work
I guarantee
But there's gonna be some distance
Between you and me
Baby, I'll give you Kentucky
If you give me Tennessee
The car's in the shop
They say it's gonna be
A couple more days
Before I can leave
So scoot on over
Make some room for me
I'm gonna stay with you
You're gonna stay with me
But there's gonna be distance
Between you and me
Baby, I ain't scared
It's meant to be
We can make this thing work
And until I leave
There'll be no distance
Between you and me
The song "Distance" by Sundy Best is a poignant anthem about the struggles of a long-distance relationship. The lyrics describe the singer’s journey to be with their lover, despite the distance between them. The opening lines "Tires are worn out, I need new brakes" set the scene for an arduous journey, as the singer describes driving all night with a full tank of gas just for a chance to see their lover's face.
The chorus of "But there's gonna be distance between you and me" emphasizes the central theme of the song. The singer acknowledges that distance is inevitable but is determined to make the relationship work. The lyrics suggest that the singer and their lover have attempted long-distance before, but the singer walked out before. This time, however, the singer has returned with their heart on the floor and is committed to making the relationship work.
As the chorus repeats, the lyrics take on a hopeful tone as the singer assures their lover, "We can make this thing work, I guarantee." The final lines of the song offer a sense of comfort as the singer declares, "There'll be no distance between you and me." It is a touching sentiment that speaks to the desire of two people to make their love work, despite the challenges of distance.
Line by Line Meaning
Tires are worn out
The tires of my car have deteriorated over time and are now in dire need of replacement
I need new brakes
The brakes of my car are no longer reliable, and I require new ones
I drove all night
I spent the entire night driving on the road, without rest, to get to you
I had a fill-up tank
I made sure my fuel tank was topped up before undertaking the long journey to where you are
All for a chance
I went through all of that hardship just for a slim possibility of seeing your face
That I might see your face
Seeing your face is the ultimate goal of my long journey
One night with you
Being with you for even a single night can make all of my problems disappear
And all problems erased
Being with you is the solution to all of the difficulties and challenges in my life
But there's gonna be distance
Despite my desire to be with you, the reality is that we will be physically separated from each other
Between you and me
The distance we face will be the physical space that separates us from each other
Baby, I ain't scared
Despite the hardships and challenges, I am not afraid to face the obstacles in our relationship
It's meant to be
I truly believe that our love was meant to be, despite any difficulties we may face
We can make this thing work
I am confident that we have the ability to make our relationship successful, despite the distance
I guarantee
I promise that I will do everything in my power to make things work between us
Baby, I'll give you Kentucky
I am willing to give you anything and everything, including the state of Kentucky, in exchange for being with you
If you give me Tennessee
In return, all I ask for is the state of Tennessee
The car's in the shop
The car I used to come and see you is currently being repaired
They say it's gonna be
The mechanics tell me that it will be
A couple more days
It will take a few more days for my car to be fully repaired
Before I can leave
I will be unable to make the journey back until my car is in fully working condition
So scoot on over
Make some space next to you in your bed
Make some room for me
I want to stay with you for the time being, and I am hoping you will accommodate me
And until I leave
For the duration of my stay with you
There'll be no distance
Despite the physical distance between us, while I am with you, there will be no emotional distance between us
Between you and me
The connection between us, despite the distance, will remain strong while I am with you
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@devinclifton6173
I Love their music. It inspires me to work harder 🙏
@ambermccoy4497
❤️❤️❤️Love this song❤️❤️❤️
@faithshaw8556
Loving this song great song hits perfect in my life !!
@larryhodges479
Yes babe it truly does i love you
@ebrown9653
I've been singing this song almost nonstop since I first heard it. A new favorite!
@cmonbroitsme
I was so upset when they didn't play this in Bowling Green the other night but it was still an amazing show!
@lisadorton2110
Great song, great video! Keep up the great work guys!
@KrazyKatie16
One of my new favorites!
@uk2000k
Great song!!
@cena6192003
This Song Is My Life Right Now You Guys Must Be Tapped Into My Soul