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Introduction
I Got a Car: A Timeless Love Story
George Strait’s “I Got a Car” is a poignant ballad that weaves a simple yet profound narrative of love, life, and the passage of time. Released in 2013 as part of the album Love Is Everything, the song quickly resonated with audiences for its relatable lyrics and Strait’s signature vocal warmth.
Penned by Tom Douglas and Keith Gattis, the song unfolds as a nostalgic journey centered around a car. It begins with youthful innocence, where the car is a symbol of freedom and adventure. As the verses progress, the vehicle becomes a witness to life’s milestones – first dates, shared dreams, marriage, and the birth of a child. This ordinary object is transformed into a tangible representation of a love story that spans decades.
Strait’s interpretation of the song is masterful. His voice, rich with experience and emotion, carries the listener through the narrative with effortless grace. The melody, gentle and understated, complements the song’s themes of love and longing.
“I Got a Car” is more than just a song about a vehicle; it is a reflection on the enduring power of human connection. Through its simplicity, the song invites listeners to contemplate their own lives and relationships. It is a testament to Strait’s ability to craft songs that resonate deeply, making him one of country music’s most beloved and enduring artists.
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Lyrics
She was leaning on a rail in a cotton dress
Summer tanned pretty, little perfect mess
With a story that could only be anybody’s guess
And I was thinking that I probably didn’t stand a chance
But I rolled up my sleeves, walked up and I said
Hey, I don’t know you but I’d kinda like a shot
She said, I saw you comin over, I already thought it over
And ok, so now what
And I said, well I got a car, she said, there’s something
At least it’s a start, I said, it’s better than nothing
I ain’t in no hurry but I’m ready when you are
And she said, where do you think all this is going
I said, there ain’t no way of knowing
I guess I hadn’t thought it through that far
But I got a car
So, we let the wheels turn and the windows down
We let ourselves go all the way through town
She never said stop and I never asked her why
We drove into the night, when outta nowhere
She said, I’d give anything to never go back there
And I kinda wish this day would never end
She said, I could use a change but I don’t even know where
And I said, well I got a car, she said, there’s something
At least it’s a start, I said, it’s better than nothing
I ain’t in no hurry but I’m ready when you are
And she said, where do you think all this is going
I said, there ain’t no way of knowing
I really hadn’t thought it through that far
And I can’t promise you the moon and stars
But I got a car
We got lost in the miles, lost track of the days
‘Til we finally found a stopping place
When the doctor’s said, you know what’s on the way?
And we found ourselves in a little white house
One Sunday morning, rain pouring down
She said, I think it’s time but all the lines are out
And her eyes teared up and she said, what are we gonna do now?
And I said, well I got a car, she said, there’s something
You think it’ll start, I said, it’s already running
Got your things in the back and I’m ready when you are
She said, are you sure it’ll get us where we’re goin’?
I said, if there’s one thing I know girl, it’s gotten us this far
And I don’t mean to hurry but I’m ready when you are…