Cruise

Florida Georgia Line, Nelly

About Cruise

"Cruise" is a song recorded by American country music duo Florida Georgia Line. It was first released to iTunes in April 2012 and then to radio in August 2012 as the first single from their extended play It'z Just What We Do. It was written by group members Brian Kelley and Tyler Hubbard with Joey Moi, Chase Rice, and Jesse Rice (no relation). It is included on their first album for Republic Nashville, Here's to the Good Times, which was released on December 4. "Cruise" is the best-selling country digital song of all time in the United States as of January 2014. The song is considered the foremost example of the genre of country music termed "bro-country". The recording by Florida Georgia Line reached No. 16 on the Billboard Hot 100 on its initial release, but dropped off the Hot 100 in February 2013. A couple of months later, a remix by rapper Nelly was released, and the song then re-entered the top 10. The song reached a peak of No. 4 on the Hot 100 chart in its 34th week, one of the slowest climbs to the top five in the chart's history. The song also logged 24 weeks at No. 1 on Hot Country Songs, becoming the longest-running No. 1 single on that chart at the time, until it was surpassed in 2017 by Sam Hunt's "Body Like a Back Road". 


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Baby, you a song
You make me wanna roll my windows down and cruise
(Let's go!)

I got my windows down and the radio up, get your radio up
What up Nelly, alright
I got my windows down and the radio up, get your radio up

Yeah, when I first saw that bikini top on her
She's poppin' right out of the South Georgia water
Thought, "Oh, good Lord, she had them long tanned legs."
Couldn't help myself so I walked up and said,

Baby, you a song
You make me wanna roll my windows down and cruise
Down a back road blowin' stop signs through the middle
Every little farm town with you
And this brand new Chevy with a lift kit
Would look a hell of a lot better with you up in it (come on)
So, baby, you a song
You make me wanna roll my windows down and cruise

I got my windows down and the radio up, get your radio up

Yeah, she was sippin' on Southern and singin' Marshall Tucker
We were falling in love in the sweet heart of summer
She hopped right up into the cab of my truck
And said, "Fire it up! Let's go get this thing stuck!"

Baby, you a song
You make me wanna roll my windows down and cruise
Down a back road blowin' stop signs through the middle
Every little farm town with you
And this brand new Chevy with a lift kit
Would look a hell of a lot better with you up in it (come on)
So, baby, you a song
You make me wanna roll my windows down and cruise

My windows down, my seats back,
My music up, and we ride.
Her legs up on my dashboard,
And it's just the way I like.
Hey, country girl, this country boy
Like everything about you.
Don't change a thing, no way.
You stay the same, I got you.
I like saw that, all that,
Head to toe you all that.
Tell ol' boy he call back,
Send a text say, "Fall back" 'cause
I can see you got a thing for the fast life.
So come on, shawty, let me show you what the fast like.
Whipping 'cross the border, Florida into Georgia.

'Cause, baby, you a song
And you make me wanna roll my, roll my, roll my, r-r-r-roll

Baby, you a song
You make me wanna roll my windows down and cruise
Down a back road blowing stop signs through the middle
Every little farm town with you
And this brand new Chevy with a lift kit
Would look a hell of a lot better with you up in it (come on)!
Baby, you a song
You make me wanna roll my windows down and cruise

I got my windows down and the radio up, get your radio up
Get those windows down and cruise,
I got my windows down and the radio up, get your radio up
Get those windows down and cruise,
I got my windows down and the radio up, get your radio up

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Florida Georgia Line

Florida Georgia Line is an American country music duo composed of Tyler Hubbard (from Monroe, Georgia) and Brian Kelley (from Ormond Beach, Florida). In December of 2011, they signed a publishing/production/management deal with Craig Wiseman (Big Loud Shirt Publishing), Kevin "Chief" Zaruk (Chief Music Management) and Joey Moi's (Mountain View Records) partnership, Big Loud Mountain. Their second EP, It'z Just What We Do, charted on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart. Florida Georgia Line played on the 2012 Country Throwdown Tour, sponsored as the Kingsford BBQ Band, along with acts such as Josh Thompson, Corey Smith, Gary Allan, Justin Moore, and Rodney Atkins. They have also opened for Brantley Gilbert, Jake Owen, Colt Ford and Dierks Bentley. more »

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Written by: Bryan Kelley, Chase Rice, Jesse Kenneth Robert Rice, Joseph Kelly Moi, Tyler Reed Hubbard

Lyrics © OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Round Hill Music Big Loud Songs

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10 facts about this song

Billboard Chart Success
"Cruise" is not only Florida Georgia Line's first single, but it also quickly became their first number one hit. The song topped the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and stayed there for 24 weeks, a record-breaking achievement.
Songwriting Process
The song was co-written by the duo, Brian Kelley and Tyler Hubbard, along with songwriters Joey Moi, Chase Rice, and Jesse Rice. It was written in just two hours, demonstrating the group's song-writing talent.
Diamond Certification
"Cruise" made history by receiving Diamond certification from the RIAA, making it one of only a few country songs to achieve this honour. This prestigious award reinforces the song’s tremendous success.
Remix Version
The song was famously remixed with rapper Nelly, which elevated its popularity and helped it cross over onto pop charts. The remix version was released in April 2013 and was able to peak at number four on the Billboard Hot 100.
Commercial Success
As of July 2014, "Cruise" had sold over 7 million copies in the U.S alone, establishing its commercial success. It is also Florida Georgia Line's best-selling song to date.
Music Video Popularity
The music video has amassed over 150 million views on YouTube, further demonstrating the song's widespread popularity. The official video was directed by Brian Lazzaro and displays the duo performing the song in a festive outdoor setting.
Accolades
"Cruise" won the award for 'Single of the Year; at the 2013 CMA Awards, further cementing its status as a country music hit.
Inspirations
Brian Kelley, one half of the Florida Georgia Line duo, stated in an interview that the duo's inspirations for the song came from their love for summer, hanging out with friends, and having a good time; evident in the track’s upbeat tempo and carefree lyrics.
Impact on Band's Career
The immense success of "Cruise" played a significant role in launching Florida Georgia Line's career. It helped the band gain recognition and eventually led to the duo becoming one of the most successful country-pop crossover acts.
Digital Record
"Cruise" became the first country song to ever receive the Digital Diamond Award, which celebrates 10 million or more in song sales and streams. This indicates how well-loved the song is among listeners.

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