I bought myself a new car
In March of 2024
It came with all the bells and whistles
A bright green Ford Bronco Sport

My old Chevy stayed in the driveway
Gathering dust for quite a long while
The Bronco eventually had to go back to the dealer
New cars always have recalls

After 10 years and 140,000 miles
The Cruze just wouldn't stay running
I replaced the battery, alternator, and drive belt
Even the fuel pump to be cautious

I wondered if she was punishing me
For leaving her to sit in the sun
She just wasn't as reliable anymore
And I didn't want to be stranded again

That car took me so many places
She never broke down when I drove away from pain
All those trips to New Orleans and Milwaukee
Funerals, former homes, and divorce court dates

The turbo saved my life, I'm sure
More than a few times on the interstate
I love my new car but I'm not ready to let go
Sometimes, my little Chevy was the only place I felt safe

I wish I would have known
The last time I was in her driver seat
It would be the end of our grand adventures
Windows down, cigarette in hand, with heavy metal blasting