Back of the Van

Album: Ladyhawke (2008)
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Songfacts®:

  • This song was originally Ladyhawke's debut release in April 2008. After the success of her self-titled debut album it was re-issued in May 2009 as a limited edition single.
  • Ladyhawke told The Sun May 8, 2009: "It's a summer romance song, about a road trip in the early evening, drinking beers and the excitement of being with someone new."

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  • Theresa from Murfreesboro, TnBeautiful song - I can relate to the lyrics.
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