After taking a brief recording hiatus in the mid-1990s to start a family with her husband, songwriter Doug Crider, Bogguss returned to the country music scene to find that her charting power had already faded. Although she last appeared on the Billboard Hot Country Singles Chart in 1999, Bogguss continues to record and perform around the country to a loyal following.
Her most recent recordings have ventured into swing and jazz variations of country. These albums really showcase the tremendous talent in her voice. Suzy is a true singer, and her voice has so much versatility.
In 2014, Suzy added an album of Merle Haggard songs entitled "Lucky". The country & western flavor dominates this album, unlike some of her other recent work. To promote this new album, Suzy has embarked on a nationwide tour.
Drive South
Suzy Bogguss Lyrics
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That's how you learn, you just get burned
We don't have to feel like dirt anymore
Though love's not earned, baby it's our turn
We were always looking for true north
With our heads in the clouds
Just a little off course
But I left that motor running
Come on baby, drive south
With the one you love
Come on baby drive south
I'm not talking about retreating, no sir
Gonna take our stand in this Chevy van
Windows open on the rest of the world
Holding hands all the way to Dixie land
We've been trying to turn our lives around
Since we were little kids
It's been wearing us down
Don't turn away now darling
Lets fire it up and wind it out
Come on baby drive south
With the one you love
Come on baby drive south
I heard your momma calling
I think she was only stalling
Don't know who she's talking to
Baby, me and you
We can go down with a smile on
Ain't going to pack my nylons
Just leave these legs showing
It gets hot down where were going
We were always looking for true north
With our heads in the clouds
Just a little off course
But I left that motor running
Now if you're feeling down and out
Come on baby drive
Come on baby drive south
With the one you love
Come on baby drive south
With the one you love
Come on baby drive south
Suzy Bogguss's song "Drive South" is a tune about pursuing a new beginning with a loved one. In the opening lines, she acknowledges that pain is a necessary component of growth, but the couple has reached a turning point and no longer needs to feel beaten down. The singer takes her partner by the hand and encourages them to let their guard down and travel south in a Chevy van. The journey won't be about running away, but rather courageously standing up for themselves.
The song's message is amplified by the upbeat melody and the fabulous harmonica solo that adds to the track's Southern vibe. The chorus, "Come on baby, drive south, with the one you love," encourages listeners to join the duo on their journey, providing an air of nostalgia and longing for a time when taking a drive with the one you love was an ideal date.
Overall, "Drive South" is a catchy and fun song to sing along to, but it also has a meaningful and poignant message about making a fresh start in life, no matter where you end up.
Line by Line Meaning
I didn't say we wouldn't hurt anymore
I knew we will experience pain, it's just a part of life
That's how you learn, you just get burned
We learn through failures and mistakes
We don't have to feel like dirt anymore
We can make a change and improve our lives
Though love's not earned, baby it's our turn
Love cannot be earned, but now is a time for us to experience it
We were always looking for true north
We were searching for direction and guidance in our lives
With our heads in the clouds
We were not grounded in reality
Just a little off course
We were not where we needed to be in life
But I left that motor running
I am ready to make a change
Now if you're feeling down and out
If you are feeling sad or defeated
Come on baby, drive south
Let's take an adventure and start fresh together
With the one you love
We can support and love one another
I'm not talking about retreating, no sir
I am not suggesting running away or giving up
Gonna take our stand in this Chevy van
We will be strong and committed as we set off on this journey in our van
Windows open on the rest of the world
We are open-minded and ready to explore new opportunities
Holding hands all the way to Dixie land
We will stick together and face the challenges together
We've been trying to turn our lives around
We have been attempting to make a positive change in our lives
Since we were little kids
For as long as we can remember
It's been wearing us down
It has been difficult to make progress
Don't turn away now darling
Let's not give up now
Lets fire it up and wind it out
Let's be adventurous and ready to experience all that life has to offer
I heard your momma calling
Someone is trying to discourage us from following our dreams
I think she was only stalling
They might be trying to delay us from making progress
Don't know who she's talking to
They might not understand or support us
Baby, me and you
We are in this together
We can go down with a smile on
We can be content with what we have accomplished
Ain't going to pack my nylons
We don't need to dress up or pretend to be something we're not
Just leave these legs showing
We can be comfortable and enjoy ourselves
It gets hot down where were going
We are going somewhere exciting and fun
Come on baby drive
Let's keep going
Come on baby drive south
Let's continue on our journey
With the one you love
Together
Come on baby drive south
Let's see where this adventure takes us
With the one you love
Together
Come on baby drive south
Don't be afraid to take risks and try new things
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: John Hiatt
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
nemesisgenius
Suzy Bogguss' first and only #1 country smash on 3-6-93. She should have had a half dozen more chart toppers!!!!
Elaine R
Very underrated singer in country music. She's got a gorgeous voice!
Trevor Hodge
this is a good song
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Thanks for posting this.