Survival Car
Fountains of Wayne
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Don't you want to ride in my Survival car We can take the long way home Through Central Park Funny how the ground can find my wheels I'm going where the road ain't there And only riding on the path we made To Union Square Doing like the young folks do In west coast towns Plowing like a banshee through The overground Funny how the ground can find my wheels I'm going where the road won't dare And only riding on the path we made To Union Square Everybody hit the ground I think I might have missed my calling Everybody turn around The light's about to change You better stand aside Why you want to walk Don't you want to ride, ride, ride, ride Don't you want to ride in my Survival car We can take the long way home Funny how the ground can find my wheels I'm going where the road won't there And only riding on the path we made To Union Square And only riding on the path we made Riding on the path we made Riding on the path we made To Union Square Don't you want to ride in my Survival car We can take the long way home
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Written by: Chris Collingwood, Adam Schlesigner
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"Survival Car" is a song by the American rock band Fountains of Wayne.
- It is part of the band's self-titled debut studio album, "Fountains of Wayne," which was released in 1996.
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Genre and StyleFountains of Wayne is known for their power-pop sound, and "Survival Car" is a reflection of this style.
- The song mixes energetic guitar riffs, catchy melodies, and witty lyrics typical of the band's music.
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Band InformationFountains of Wayne was formed in New York City in 1995.
- The band was composed of Chris Collingwood, Adam Schlesinger, Jody Porter, and Brian Young.
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Reception and Academic AnalysisThough not a single, "Survival Car" has been noted for its energetic sound and smart lyrics, making it a fan favorite.
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Song InspirationWhile there is no direct statement about what inspired "Survival Car," the song, like many others by Fountains of Wayne, is often interpreted as observing and commenting on American suburban life.
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Song Length and Track Position"Survival Car" is the third track on the album and it runs for 2 minutes and 5 seconds which is relatively short compared to the other songs on the album.
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Legacy and TributesThe death of Adam Schlesinger in 2020, one of the band's founding members and main songwriters, led to a surge in interest in Fountains of Wayne's music. "Survival Car" did not escape this resurgence of interest.
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Notable PerformancesFountains of Wayne performed "Survival Car" during numerous concerts and tours in their active years. It was well-received by fans who attended these performances.
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Music VideoTo this date, there is no official music video made for the song "Survival Car."
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Song LyricsThe lyrics of "Survival Car" depict a story of someone who appears to be stuck in a dead-end job and yearns for a better life, encapsulating the band's knack for telling relatable stories in their songs.
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