Counting Blue Cars
Dishwalla
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Must have been late after noon I could tell by how far the child's shadow stretched out And he walked with a purpose in his sneakers down the street He had many questions like children often do He said, "Tell me all your thoughts on God And tell me, am I very far?" Must have been late after noon On our way, the sun broke free of the clouds We count only blue cars skip the cracks in the street And ask many questions like children often do We said, "Tell me all your thoughts on God 'Cause I'd really like to meet her. And ask her why we're who we are." Tell me all your thoughts on God 'Cause I'm on my way to see her So tell me, am I very far Am I very far now It's getting cold, picked up the pace How our shoes make hard noises in this place Our clothes are stained, we pass many cross eyed people And ask many questions like children often do We said, Tell me all your thoughts on God 'Cause I'd really like to meet her And ask her why we're who we are Tell me all your thoughts on God 'Cause I'm on my way to see her So tell me am I very far Am I very far now? Tell me all your thoughts on God Tell me all your thoughts on God
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Written by: GEORGE PENDERGAST III, GEORGE EDWARD III PENDERGAST, GREGORY JAMES KOLANEK, JOHN RICHARDS, JOHN ROBERT RICHARDS, RODNEY BROWNING, SCOTT ALEXANDER, SCOTT PRESTON ALEXANDER
Lyrics © BIGGER THAN PEANUT BUTTER MUSIC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, JOHN ROBERT RICHARDS, Abkco Music Inc.
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15 facts about this song
Release Date"Counting Blue Cars" was first released by the alternative rock band "Dishwalla" in November 1995.
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Album SuccessIt is the most popular single from their breakout 1995 album "Pet Your Friends".
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Billboard ChartsIt peaked at number 15 on the Billboard Hot 100, and also topped the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks and Modern Rock Tracks charts.
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Grammy NominationThe song was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals in 1997.
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Cultural ImpactDue to its frequent radio play and broad popularity, the single is often recognized as the band's signature song.
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Tell Me All Your Thoughts on GodThe lyrics "Tell me all your thoughts on God" made the song controversial because of its religious content, leading to its ban in some areas.
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Songwriting Credit"Counting Blue Cars" was written by the band members J.R. Richards, Rodney Browning Cravens, George Pendergast, Scot Alexander, and Jim Wood.
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Beyond MusicThe phrase "Counting Blue Cars" has since emerged in literature and popular culture as synonymous with observation, deep reflection, or a sense of wonder.
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Recognition from BillboardIn 1996, Billboard magazine classified "Counting Blue Cars" as the Rock Song of the Year.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Counting Blue Cars" was directed by Samuel Bayer, who's known for directing Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit" music video.
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Sales & CertificationThe song achieved gold certification by RIAA after it sold more than 500,000 copies.
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Song Meaning"Counting Blue Cars" can be interpreted as a song questioning the existence and nature of God, with the 'blue cars’ symbolizing the everyday things that can prompt these deep thoughts.
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Pop CultureThis song was featured in several TV series and movies, including “Charmed,” “Smallville,” and “Last Chance Harvey.”
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Live Performances"Counting Blue Cars" often serves as the band’s closing song during concerts, showcasing the enduring popularity of the track among fans.
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Orchestral VersionIn 2018, a fully orchestrated version of the song was released on J.R. Richard's album, "Stripped".
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