Don't Think About Her When You're Trying To Drive
Little Village · Other Songs - Little Village
Drivin' down that lonesome road tonight
Looking for one starlight glowing
Or her face shining in the dash light
Driving out of Natchez
You drive her back and forth across your mind
Tires squeal as the wheels spin faster
Love's gone for good this time
[Chorus]
Don't think about her
Move on, you're lucky just to be alive
You'll live without her
Just don't you think about her
When you're trying to drive
A heart in your condition
Shouldn't be out on that road tonight
Bad clutch and your load keeps shifting
Hold on, Buddy you'll be alright
You'll wake tomorrow morning
Probably be in Memphis or somewhere
They won't know one thing about her
Those lips, those eyes, that hair
[Chorus]
You make that phone call
You'll hear her saying
"Hello, who's there, is it somebody playing?"
You won't be able to utter a word
She's better off not knowing
Where it is you're going
[Chorus: x2]
Don't you think about her
Trying to drive
Don't Think About Her When You're Trying To Drive
Little Village's 2001 single 'Don't Think About Her When You're Trying To Drive' stands as a defining track of the English garage and rave revival era. Released during a period of intense resurgence for UK garage, the song blends the genre's signature deep, rolling basslines with a melodic, soulful vocal delivery that captures the frenetic energy of late-night driving. The track exemplifies the genre's ability to merge danceable rhythms with emotional, atmospheric textures, creating a sound that was both commercially viable and critically acclaimed. Its enduring popularity highlights the group's skill in crafting records that resonated deeply with audiences seeking the nostalgic yet modern feel characteristic of early 2000s garage music.