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Introduction
Hey there! I just have to share this song that’s been on repeat for me lately—Scotty McCreery’s “Cab in a Solo.” It’s one of those tracks that grabs you right from the first listen and doesn’t let go.
Released on August 21, 2023, as the lead single from his album Rise & Fall, “Cab in a Solo” showcases Scotty’s deep baritone voice, bringing a nostalgic ’90s country vibe that’s both refreshing and heart-wrenching.
The song tells the story of a guy trying to rekindle a romance. He shows up at his ex’s place with a bottle of Silver Oak 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon—talk about pulling out all the stops! But when he arrives, he sees shadows on her bedroom wall, realizing she’s already moved on.
The clever wordplay in the chorus—”Drinkin’ cab in a solo / Solo in the cab of my truck”—beautifully captures his heartbreak and solitude.
Scotty co-wrote this gem with Brent Anderson and Frank Rogers during a retreat in the mountains of North Carolina.
He mentioned that the song came together in about 90 minutes, which is pretty amazing.
It peaked at number two on the Billboard Country Airplay chart in May 2024, showing just how much it’s resonated with listeners.
If you’re into songs that tell a vivid story and tug at your heartstrings, “Cab in a Solo” is definitely worth a listen. It’s a testament to Scotty’s growth as an artist and his ability to connect with fans on a deeply emotional level.
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Lyrics
I’ve sent a dozen text and I ain’t heard jack
I guess she’s busy playing hard to get back
So I bought her roses and her favorite wine
Thinking we’d be making up in no time
But I’m parked out here on her street
Looks like the joke’s on me
Sitting here, I can’t believe what I just saw
Couple shadows kissing on her bedroom wall
It’s looking like my plan didn’t work out at all
Heartbreak turned into broke up
So now I’m finding out how a heartbreak taste
With a Silver Oak, 1998
Drinking Cab in a solo, solo in the cab
Of my truck
Yeah I thought about taking it back to the store
‘Cause it’s the nicest bottle that I ever paid for
But then again if I had that money back
I’d just find a bar and go run up a tab
I could go for a whiskey, I could go for a beer
But hell I’m already here
Sitting here, I can’t believe what I just saw
Couple shadows kissing on her bedroom wall
It’s looking like my plan didn’t work out at all
Heartbreak turned into broke up
So now I’m finding out how a heartbreak taste
With a Silver Oak, 1998
Drinking Cab in a solo, solo in the cab
Of my truck
She just turned out the lights
Guess she meant it when she said goodbye
Man I swear I can’t believe what I just saw
Couple shadows kissing on her bedroom wall
It’s looking like my plan didn’t work out at all
Heartbreak turned into broke up
So now I’m finding out how a heartbreak taste
With a Silver Oak, 1998
Drinking Cab in a solo, solo in the cab
Of my truck
Yeah I’m drinking Cab in a solo, solo in the cab
Of my truck