“Highway Don’t Care” is a great example of Contemporary Country songwriting. The lyric paints a vibrant, detailed picture of the characters and situation, offering an original approach to a familiar theme. And even though we all know “lyrics are king” in Country music, the melody played an equally important role in sending this song to the No. 1 spot on the music charts.
“Highway Don’t Care” – Tim McGraw
Songwriters: Mark Irwin, Joshua Kear, Brad Warren, Brett Warren
TECHNIQUES TO HEAR AND TRY:
- Engage your listener with your opening line.
- Use images to express emotion.
- Make your melody memorable with repetition and variation.
- Learn to use your demo production “ears.”