Fast Cars and Freedom

Rascal Flatts

About Fast Cars and Freedom

"Fast Cars and Freedom" is a song recorded by American country music group Rascal Flatts. It was released in March 2005 as the third single from the album Feels Like Today. It was the group's fourth Number One single on the U. S. Billboard Hot Country Songs charts. The single was co-written by Rascal Flatts' lead singer Gary LeVox, along with Wendell Mobley and Neil Thrasher. Previously, the three writers had also written Rascal Flatts' 2003 single "I Melt".


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Starin' at you takin' off your makeup
Wondering why you even put it on
I know you think you do but, baby, you don't need it
Wish that you could see what I see it when it's gone
I see a dust trail following an old red Nova
Baby blue eyes, your head on my shoulder

[Chorus]
Wait, baby, don't move, right there it is
T-shirt hanging off a dogwood branch
That river was cold, but we gave love a chance
Yeah, yeah, to me
You don't look a day over fast cars and freedom
That sunset river bank first time feeling

Yeah, smile and shake your head as if you don't believe me
I'll just sit right here and let you take me back
I'm on that gravel road, look at me
On my way to pick you up; you're standing on the front porch
Looking just like that, remember that?

I see a dust trail following an old red Nova
Baby blue eyes, your head on my shoulder

[Chorus]

I see a dust trail following an old red Nova
Baby blue eyes, your head on my shoulder
You don't look a day over fast cars and freedom
That sunset river bank first time feeling

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Rascal Flatts

Rascal Flatts is an American country music group composed of three members: Gary LeVox (lead vocals), Jay DeMarcus (bass guitar, keyboard, piano, vocals) and Joe Don Rooney (lead guitar, vocals). LeVox and DeMarcus are second cousins. more »

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Written by: Gary Levox, Neil Thrasher, Wendell Mobley

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Major Bob Music, Inc. / Rio Bravo Music, Inc. / Castle Bound Music, Inc. / Hanna Bea Songs, Downtown Music Publishing, Round Hill Music Big Loud Songs, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Release Information
"Fast Cars and Freedom" is a song by American country music band, Rascal Flatts. It was released in March 2005 as the third single from their album "Feels Like Today."
Chart Performance
Following its release, the song achieved great commercial success. It peaked at number one on the US Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. It stayed on the chart for a total of 30 weeks.
Songwriting Credits
The song was written by Gary LeVox, Wendell Mobley, and Neil Thrasher. Gary LeVox is also the lead vocalist of Rascal Flatts.
Music Video
The music video was directed by renowned music video director, Shaun Silva. It features a young couple portrayed by actors Kristy Lee Cook and Clayton Anderson, who was discovered in a talent competition.
Recognition
In 2006, the song was nominated for the Country Music Association Award for Song of the Year, which recognizes excellence in songwriting.
Message
With lyrics such as "She said I bet you don't remember, I guess that I can't blame you," and "fast cars and freedom," the song dips into themes of youthful rebellion and the desire for freedom.
Crossover Success
In addition to its success on the country charts, "Fast Cars and Freedom" also achieved crossover success. It reached number 52 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Audience Reception
Fans loved the song for its catchy tune and relatable lyrics. The song quickly became a staple at Rascal Flatts concerts.
Continuing Popularity
Even after more than a decade since its release, "Fast Cars and Freedom" remains one of Rascal Flatts' most popular songs.
The Band
Rascal Flatts is made up of lead vocalist Gary LeVox, bass guitarist and keyboardist Jay DeMarcus and electric guitarist Joe Don Rooney. They have released a total of eleven studio albums, with many of their singles achieving commercial success.

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