Verse 1)
I pulled into that old town,
Sun setting low, painted skies of gold,
Familiar streets, where we danced and laughed,
Now they’re just echoes of stories told.
(Verse 2)
Thought I’d surprise you, with flowers in hand,
But there you were, in a lover’s embrace,
Heart sinking like the sun behind the land,
Tears mixed with the dust on that same old place.
(Chorus)
Driving 96, weaving through the pain,
Memories flash like the lights in the rain.
That love felt like home, but it burned to the ground,
Now I’m just a ghost on this one-way road out.
Oh, I’m raising up high, drowning in the scars,
Driving past my ex, chasing my own stars.
(Verse 3)
I can still taste the sweetness of your kiss,
On that warm summer night, the world was ours,
But now all that lingers is a bitter twist,
Like smoke from the tires, choking on my scars.
(Verse 4)
I hit the gas harder, feeling the rush,
Wind through the window, the freedom I crave,
Leaving behind shadows, screaming that hush,
I’m just a wild heart, learning how to be brave.
(Chorus)
Driving 96, weaving through the pain,
Memories flash like the lights in the rain.
That love felt like home, but it burned to the ground,
Now I’m just a ghost on this one-way road out.
Oh, I’m raising up high, drowning in the scars,
Driving past my ex, chasing my own stars.
(Bridge)
Now it’s me and the road, no looking back,
With every mile I take, I find my way,
I’m turning the page, painting my track,
From heartache and loss to a bright new day.
(Chorus)
Driving 96, weaving through the pain,
Memories flash like the lights in the rain.
That love felt like home, but it burned to the ground,
Now I’m just a ghost on this one-way road out.
Oh, I’m raising up high, drowning in the scars,
Driving past my ex, chasing my own stars.
(Outro)
So here’s to the lessons, to the love that won’t die,
I’m finding my strength, and I’ll learn how to fly.
With each thunderous heartbeat, I’ll leave you behind,
Driving past my ex, I’m finally free in my mind.
