The song "Blue Car" by Jeff Bridges tells a story about a person who is driving down from a mountain in their blue car to say goodbye to someone. The lyrics describe the beauty of the sunrise and compare it to the person they are leaving behind, expressing that nothing can compare to them. The singer reminisces about the times they used to ride in their blue car together when it was new. The car is described as being old with a loose clutch, screaming brakes, and a feeling of desperation expressed in a song called "what's the use." However, the singer believes that the car is still good for one more trip, emphasizing their determination to see the person they are saying goodbye to. There is a contrast between the natural elements, such as lightning striking tall pine trees and the birds crying and wheeling in the breeze, and the inability for certain things to work out in love. The singer expresses that some things are just not meant to be. When the singer returns to the mountain, they will close their door against the wind and park their old blue car. They suggest that they may stumble or face difficulties, but they assert that they will never fall in love again. Overall, the song portrays a person driving their blue car down from a mountain to bid farewell, reminiscing about past moments while acknowledging the challenges they face. It conveys a sense of nostalgia, longing, and a determination to move on from love.
