Backseat of a Greyhound Bus

Sara Evans

About Backseat of a Greyhound Bus

"Backseat of a Greyhound Bus" is a song written by Chris Lindsey, Hillary Lindsey, Aimee Mayo, and Troy Verges and recorded by American country music artist Sara Evans. It was released in February 2003 as the first single from Evans' 2003 album Restless. The song became Evans' sixth Top 20 hit on the US Billboard Hot Country Songs chart with a peak at number 16.


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2008
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She wore a dress with cherries on it
Going somewhere where she'd be wanted
A town this small, all they do is talk
No wedding ring chipped fingernail polish
She always wished that she could go to college
But some dreams fade, they just slip away
She started to show a few months ago
And she had to go, that's how she wound up

On the backseat of a greyhound bus
Head hung down with the windows up
Staring at the rest of her life
She never thought this would be the place
Where she would find her saving grace
But she fell in love, she fell in love
On the backseat of a greyhound bus

Oh, yeah, yeah

Moon was full the stars were smilin'
God has a funny sense of timin'
The baby came on the interstate
Somewhere between Jackson and Memphis
She finally found what she'd been missing
She cried and laughed when the red lights flashed
Sweet baby girl, she looked into the face of a new, the face of a brand new world

On the backseat of a Greyhound bus,
Heart so full that it could bust.
Starin' at the rest of her life.
She never thought this would be the place,
Where she would find her savin' grace,
But she fell in love; she fell in love,
On the backseat of a Greyhound Bus.

Sweet baby girl, she found a brand new world

On the backseat of a Greyhound bus,
Heart so full that it could bust.
Starin' at the rest of her life.
She never thought this would be the place,
Where she would find her savin' grace,
But she fell in love; she fell in love,
On the backseat of a Greyhound Bus.

She wore a dress with cherries on it going somewhere where she'd be wanted

Hey yeah! Oh yeah,

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Sara Evans

Sara Lynn Evans (born February 5, 1971) is an American country singer and songwriter. For her entire career, she has been signed to RCA Records Nashville. more »

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Written by: HILLARY LINDSEY, CHRIS LINDSEY, TROY VERGES, AIMEE MAYO

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC

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11 facts about this song

Origin
"Backseat of a Greyhound Bus" is a song performed by American country music artist Sara Evans. It was released in March 2003 as the first single from her album "Restless".
Songwriters
The song was penned by four songwriters namely – Hilary Lindsey, Troy Verges, Aimee Mayo, and Chris Lindsey.
Music genre
The song falls under the Country Music genre.
Chart performance
"Backseat of a Greyhound Bus" reached number 16 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart during its run.
Video description
The music video, directed by Peter Zavadil, shows Sara Evans singing in the desert while also illustrating a narrative of a woman leaving her past behind and beginning a new journey on a Greyhound bus.
Song theme
The lyrics emphasizes the theme of independence and self-discovery, as being narrated by a woman who gives birth in the Greyhound bus and finds the strength to make a fresh start.
Album success
The album "Restless", which includes the single, became a commercial success. It peaked at number 3 on Top Country Albums, and was certified Platinum by RIAA.
Critical reception
The song received generally positive reviews from music critics for its profound storytelling and Evans' expressive delivery.
Impact on Sara Evans' Career
The success of this song, along with other hits from the album ‘Restless’, cemented Sara Evans' status as a noteworthy artist in the country music scene.
Literal Interpretation
The song title creates a strong visual and sets the scene for the listener, painting a vivid picture of the protagonist's transformative journey.
Live Performances
Sara Evans has included "Backseat of a Greyhound Bus" in setlists of numerous live performances, continuing to connect with audiences through its relatable story.

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