Baby Driver
Simon And Garfunkel · Old Friends [1997]
My mamma was an engineer
And I was born one dark gray morn
With music coming in my ears
In my ears
They call me Baby Driver
And once upon a pair of wheels
Hit the road and I'm gone
What's my number
I wonder how your engines feel
Ba ba ba ba
Scoot down the road
What's my number
I wonder how your engines feel
My daddy was a prominent frogman
My mamma's in the Naval Reserve
When I was young I carried a gun
But I never got the chance to serve
I did not serve
They call me Baby Driver
And once upon a pair of wheels
Hit the road and I'm gone
What's my number
I wonder how your engines feel
Ba ba ba ba
Scoot down the road
What's my number
I wonder how your engines feel
My daddy got a big promotion
My mamma got a raise in pay
There's no one home, we're all alone
Oh come into my room and play
Yes we can play
I'm not talking about your pigtails
But I'm talking 'bout your sex appeal
Hit the road and I'm gone
What's my number
I wonder how your engines feel
Ba ba ba ba
Scoot down the road
What's my number
I wonder how your engines feel
Baby Driver
Simon and Garfunkel's 'Baby Driver' appears on their 1997 compilation album, Old Friends. This track represents the duo's enduring legacy in folk rock, showcasing the intricate harmonies and acoustic textures that defined their classic era. While the song shares its title with a later film, the recording stands as a testament to the group's ability to craft intimate, narrative-driven music. The album itself serves as a retrospective collection, gathering significant moments from their extensive discography. Listeners familiar with their major hits will recognize the signature blend of poetic lyricism and melodic precision that made them icons of the late 1960s and early 1970s. This recording remains a cherished element of their catalog, offering a glimpse into the timeless quality of their partnership.