Backstory:
Born out of the vibrant music scene of Nashville, Tennessee, ‘Pleasant Car’ is a quartet of passionate musicians who share a love for vintage cars and soulful music. The band was formed in 2008 when lead singer Jared Holt met drummer Andy Peterson at a local car show. Both shared a deep admiration for pleasant rides and bluesy rock tunes. They soon roped in bassist Lily Osborne and guitarist Mike Ross, who, much like them, shared a passion for the same. They found their inspiration in the tranquility of long, open-road drives, and the peace these serene moments brought them. They decided to call their band ‘Pleasant Car’ to commemorate their shared passion.
Genre:
Indie Rock/Blues
Title:
“Open Highway Serenade”
Lyrics:
(Verse G-D-Em-C x2)
Driving down the open road, under the crimson sky,
A sweet melody from the radio, as miles pass us by.
The engine purrs like a lullaby, as we leave the town,
In our pleasant car, baby, we ain’t slowing down.
(Chorus C-G-D-Em x2)
This is our open highway serenade,
Lost in the rhythm of the tires, promises we’ve made.
In the rear view mirror, we’re leaving our past,
In our pleasant car, we’re finding freedom at last.
(Verse G-D-Em-C x2)
The wind whispers tales, as we trace the sun,
Our hearts beat to the rhythm of the road, two souls on the run.
With every mile marker, we leave behind a scar,
In this sweet, sweet journey, in our pleasant car.
(Chorus C-G-D-Em x2)
This is our open highway serenade,
Lost in the rhythm of the tires, promises we’ve made.
In the rear view mirror, we’re leaving our past,
In our pleasant car, we’re finding freedom at last.
(Ending G-D-Em-C)
In our pleasant car, under the starry night,
We’re just two lost souls, bathed in the moonlight.
This is our open highway serenade, baby,
In our pleasant car, we’re finding our own way.
Fan Testimonial:
Fan Name: Emily Johnson
“I’ve been following Pleasant Car since their very beginnings, and their music truly speaks to my soul. The way they blend indie rock with blues is absolutely mesmerizing. ‘Open Highway Serenade’ is my favorite song for its beautiful lyrics and the sense of freedom it instills. To me, they’re not just a band, they’re a symbol of liberation and the joy of the journey. I love how their love for vintage cars and open roads seep into their music, creating a unique and heartfelt sound. Pleasant Car is my favorite band because they remind me that the journey is just as beautiful as the destination.”