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Fortune and Fame

Josh showed up at the party, there were some games and entertainment happening. Meanwhile, upstairs in one of the bedrooms, Barry was hanging out with two girls.

Black Eyed Peas

Beth approached Josh and asked if he would be willing to bid on her.

Early Morning

Jungle Brothers

After Josh successfully won the auction for Beth, they danced together at the party.

I'm Gonna Fall

Later on, Beth recorded a video of Josh in his bedroom while he played some music and even stripped down.

The Salmon Song

Barry played guitar and sang at the party.

I Got A Girl

Breckin Meyer

Josh recorded a song in a video message for his girlfriend.

Mr. E's Beautiful Blues

E.L. tries to get Josh to open up about the sex tape while also discussing why Josh feels guilty about his actions with Beth.

Freakin' You

Beth is seen talking to an unnamed topless girl in a locker room.

Randy Travis

Music plays in the cafe while Kyle complains about his incorrect order to the waiter.

Voodoo Lady

E.L. shows up with a stolen bus, and the trip continues with another travel montage.

Natural High

Barry drops a mouse into the snake's cage.

It's Tricky

There's a scene where some guys dance on stage to a song, and Kyle joins them on stage.

Inside My Love

Minnie Riperton

Kyle has a romantic encounter with a larger lady named Rhonda on a swing bench outside.

Kyle appears to be in a different mood as the group hits the road again.

I Wanna Rock

Twisted Sister

The guys sing along to a song while on the bus and eventually arrive at Barry's grandparents' house.

I See You Baby

Groove Armada

While Barry's grandfather watches TV, the guys show up. Kyle's parents inquire at the hotel if anyone has seen their son.

Lovin' Machine

The Jon Spencer Blues Explosion

The group makes it to the University of Austin.

Pumping On Your Stereo

Josh, E.L., Rubin, and Kyle take the bus back to Ithaca and arrive 57 minutes late in front of Josh's classroom.

Anything, Anything (I'll Give You)

Second song in end credits.

University Of Ithaca Alma Mater

Gordon Henderson and His Midnight Music Makers

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My Drinking Lady

Heart Shaped World

Jessica Andrews

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What’s the movie about? Four college buddies embark on a road trip to retrieve an illicit tape mistakenly mailed to a female friend.

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The soundtrack to Road Trip veers away from the contemporary practice of hiring third-string alternative bands to cover classic rock tunes. That fact alone gives this entertaining collection a leg up on its filler-happy brethren. Road Trip --a cross-country, hormone-heavy romp featuring Canada's favorite headcase, Tom Green--boasts cuts from the Jon Spencer Blues Explosion , Kid Rock (featuring Uncle Kracker), Buckcherry , and even Minnie Riperton . The underrated "Voodoo Lady" by Ween gets a second chance, as do Run DMC 's "It's Tricky" and Twisted Sister 's "I Wanna Rock," which sounds awfully quaint several years after frontman Dee Snider's ugly mug scared a nation. The shifting gears--from rock to rap to pop to soul--make this vehicle work as both a film soundtrack and a great disc for a road trip of your own. --Jason Josephes

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• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 5 x 0.25 inches; 3.28 ounces
• Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Dreamworks
• Item model number ‏ : ‎ AMELS-6C22F0A43FEF
• Original Release Date ‏ : ‎ 2000
• Run time ‏ : ‎ 1 hour and 33 minutes
• Date First Available ‏ : ‎ December 8, 2006
• Label ‏ : ‎ Dreamworks
• ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00004T9VG
• Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 1
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Road Trip (2000) Soundtrack

19 May 2000 (33 Songs)

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Mr. E's Beautiful Blues

Eels - Useless Trinkets-B Sides, Soundtracks, Rarities and Unreleased 1996-2006 (Audio Version)

It's Tricky

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Fortune & Fame

KGB - Road Trip (Music From the Motion Picture)

University Of Ithaca Alma Mater

Gordon Henderson and His Midnight Music Makers

KBG - Road Trip (Music From the Motion Picture)

Early Morning

Jungle Brothers - Road Trip (Music From the Motion Picture)

I'm Gonna Fall

Ash - Road Trip (Music From the Motion Picture)

The Salmon Song

My drinking lady, i got a girl.

Breckin Meyer

Fortune and Fame

Freakin' you.

Jungle Brothers

Randy Travis - You and You Alone

Heart Shaped World

Jessica Andrews - Heart Shaped World

Voodoo Lady

Ween - Road Trip (Music From the Motion Picture)

Run-DMC - Road Trip (Music From the Motion Picture)

Inside My Love

Minnie Riperton - Road Trip (Music From the Motion Picture)

E.m.S.P. (feat. Uncle Kracker)

Kid Rock - Road Trip (Music From the Motion Picture)

Lovin' Machine

The Jon Spencer Blues Explosion - Road Trip (Music From the Motion Picture)

University of Ithaca Alma Mater

Gordon Henderson & His Midnight Music Makers

I Wanna Rock

Twisted Sister - Road Trip (Music From the Motion Picture)

I See You Baby

Groove Armada

The Black Eyed Peas - Behind the Front

Natural High

Bloodstone - Jackie Brown (Music from the Miramax Motion Picture)

Black Eyed Peas - Behind the Front

My Drinking Club

E-40 - Tha Hall of Game

My Drinking Club (feat. Young Mugzi of the Mossie)

Pumping on your stereo.

Supergrass - Road Trip (Music From the Motion Picture)

Anything, Anything (I'll Give You)

Buckcherry - Road Trip (Music From the Motion Picture)

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January 1, 2000 4 Songs, 16 minutes This Compilation ℗ 2000 Geffen Records

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Road Trip Soundtrack

From the director of the Hangover trilogy and Joker, Road Trip is a raunchy college comedy classic. After an Ithaca college student films his one-night stand with a beautiful sorority girl, he discovers one of his friends has accidentally mailed the homemade porn tape to his girlfriend. In a frenzy, he must borrow a car and hit the road in a desperate bid to intercept the tape. Featuring a talented cast that includes Breckin Meyer, Rachel Blanchard, Seann William Scott, Amy Smart, Fred Ward, Tom Green, Anthony Rapp, Andy Dick, and Ethan Suplee.

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Three for the Road

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Release Date: April 1, 2024

Conducted by David Shire

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• Shut Up and Drive Written by Gillian Gilbert (as Gillian Lesley Gilbert), Peter Hook , Stephen Morris (as Stephen Paul David Morris), Evan Rogers , Carl Sturken and Bernard Sumner Performed by Rihanna Courtesy of The Island Def Jam Music Group Under license from Universal Music Enterprises
• Lovely Written and Performed by Giorgio Rosciglione and Rosario Sasso Courtesy of 5 Alarm Music
• Alphabet Song Performed by Na'Kia Bell Smith
• Turning On Written and Performed by Steve Ennever and Michael Shepstone (as Mike Shepstone) Courtesy of 5 Alarm Music
• Dawn Hymn Written and Performed by Ben Salisbury Courtesy of 5 Alarm Music
• ABC Written by Berry Gordy (as Berry Gordy Jr.), Fonce Mizell (as Alphonso Mizell), Freddie Perren and Deke Richards Performed by Jackson 5 (as The Jackson 5) Courtesy of Motown Records Under license from Universal Music Enterprises
• Double Dutch Bus Written by William Bloom (as William A. Bloom) and Frankie Smith (as Franklyn Leon Smith) Performed by Na'Kia Bell Smith
• Double Dutch Bus Written by William Bloom (as William A. Bloom) and Frankie Smith (as Franklyn Leon Smith) Performed by Frankie Smith Courtesy of Unidisc Music, Inc.
• National Emblem Arranged and Performed by John Cacavas Courtesy of 5 Alarm Music
• Why Can't We Be Friends Written by Papa Dee Allen (as Sylvester Allen), Harold R. Brown (as Harold Brown), B.B. Dickerson (as Morris Dickerson), Jerry Goldstein , Lonnie Jordan (as Le Roy Jordan), Charles Miller , Lee Oskar and Howard E. Scott (as Howard Scott) Performed by War (as WAR) Courtesy of Avenue Records
• Friends Don't Let Friends Dial Drunk Written by Tom Higgenson , Bret Mazur and Kraig Tyler Performed by Plain White T's Courtesy of Hollywood Records
• Mozart: Piano Concerto #21, in C Written by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Courtesy of 5 Alarm Music
• It Had to Be You Written by Isham Jones and Gus Kahn Courtesy of Blank Productions By arrangement with Source/Q Performed by Joseph R. Gannascoli (as Joseph Gannascoli)
• We Wish You a Merry Christmas Performed by Donny Osmond and Molly Ephraim
• Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini Written by Lee Pockriss (as Lee J. Pockriss) and Paul Vance Performed by Donny Osmond and Molly Ephraim
• Getting to Know You Written by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II Performed by Donny Osmond and Molly Ephraim
• Sister Christian Written by Kelly Keagy
• So Long, Farewell Written by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II Performed by Donny Osmond and Molly Ephraim
• Double Dutch Bus Written by William Bloom (as William A. Bloom) and Frankie Smith (as Franklyn Leon Smith) Produced by Ali Dee Performed by Raven-Symoné and Cast
• Havana Perez Written and Performed by Rob Walker Courtesy of 5 Alarm Music
• Crushcrushcrush Written by Hayley Williams and Josh Farro (as Joshua Farro) Performed by Paramore Courtesy of Atlantic Recording Corp. By arrangement with Warner Music Group Film & TV Licensing
• Sacrifice Written and Performed by Gary Kuo Courtesy of 5 Alarm Music
• Mr. Big Stuff Written by Joseph Broussard , Carrol Washington and Ralph Williams Performed by Jean Knight Courtesy of Concord Music Group, Inc.
• Cobrastyle Written by Joakim Åhlund (as Joakim Ahlund), Klas Ahlund , Patrik Arve , Mad Cobra (as Ewart Brown), Fabian Torsson , David Parker, Sylvia Robinson and Troy Rami Featuring Mad Cobra Performed by Teddybears Sthlm (as Teddybears) Courtesy of Atlantic Recording Corp./Sony BMG Music Entertainment (Sweden) AB By arrangement with Warner Music Group Film & TV Licensing
• In the Pictures Written by Eric Hudson and Frankie Storm Performed by Raven-Symoné Courtesy of Hollywood Records
• Don't Bring Me Down Written by Jeff Lynne Performed by Electric Light Orchestra Courtesy of Daft As A Brush, Inc.
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• Right Back Where We Started From Written by J. Vincent Edwards (as Vincent Edwards) and Pierre Tubbs Performed by Maxine Nightingale Courtesy of EMI Records Ltd. Under license from EMI Film & Television Music
• Double Dutch Bus Written by William Bloom (as William A. Bloom) and Frankie Smith (as Franklyn Leon Smith) Produced by The Clutch Performed by Raven-Symoné Courtesy of Hollywood Records

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Posted: February 10, 2024 | Last updated: February 10, 2024

One of the most important parts of planning a road trip — even before you head to the gas station or pack the snacks — is curating the right playlist. If you're a country music fan, you're fortunate in that the genre is positively replete with songs that are perfect to crank loud while you're driving the open road.

Flip through the slideshow below for 20 essential country road trip tunes, from classics like Willie Nelson's "On The Road Again" to Luke Combs's chart-topping cover of "Fast Car." 

"On The Road Again," Willie Nelson

No road trip would be complete without Willie Nelson's 1980 classic "On The Road Again," perfect for when you're traveling with a big group of friends for a weekend getaway. 

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"Amarillo By Morning," George Strait

George Strait's seminal 1973 song "Amarillo By Morning," about a broken-down rodeo cowboy making his way around the country, is a perfect song to blare while you're driving through the vast expanses of the American West. 

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"King of the Road," Roger Miller

If you've ever had to travel on a budget, you can probably relate to the vagabond protagonist in "King of the Road." It's been a country road trip staple since 1965, and is perfect for a group singalong in the car when everyone's starting to get a little sleepy. 

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"80s Mercedes," Maren Morris

Whether or not you're a "'90s baby," anyone can appreciate the breezy, top-down vibes of Maren Morris's "80s Mercedes." Even if you're not driving a convertible, roll the windows down and turn the volume up when this one comes on. 

"Wagon Wheel," Darius Rucker

Originally recorded by Old Crow Medicine Show, with lyrics by Bob Dylan, "Wagon Wheel" is a road trip staple, especially for anyone who's traveling through the Southeastern United States. And even if you're not "headed down south to the land of the pines," this song is perfect for any destination. 

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"Heads Carolina, Tails California," Jo Dee Messina

Even if it isn't possible for most of us do something as spontaneous as choosing your vacation destination with the flip of a coin, it's still fun to daydream about the prospect while listening to Jo Dee Messina sing "Heads Carolina, Tails California" while driving down the highway. 

"East Bound and Down," Jerry Reed

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"Traveller," Chris Stapleton

"Traveller," the title track of Chris Stapleton's smash debut album, is a must for anyone who's got a heavy case of wanderlust. 

"Jackson," Johnny Cash & June Carter Cash

Even if you don't quite have the vocal prowess of Johnny & June, grab your significant other and head out on the road while playing "Jackson," a perfect song for even the happiest couples to harmonize to in the car. 

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"Life Is A Highway," Rascal Flatts

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"Toes," Zac Brown Band

If you're driving toward a beachy destination, make sure that "Toes" is definitely on your road trip playlist. While you're stuck in traffic, it's a good reminder to think about all the relaxing on the sand you'll be doing as soon as you arrive. 

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"Wide Open Spaces," The Chicks

If you've ever driven across the great state of Texas, you quickly get the idea of what "Wide Open Spaces" is talking about. Add it to your playlist, and spend a little time contemplating the gorgeous scenery while the Chicks harmonize. 

"Take Me Home, Country Roads," John Denver

Arguably best saved for your return trip home, "Take Me Home, Country Roads" is ideal for those moments when you're trying to stay motivated to finish those last few hours of driving. 

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"Fast Car," Luke Combs

Luke Combs's take on Tracy Chapman's much-revered "Fast Car" is currently burning up the country charts, and for good reason. It's faithful to the original, perfect for blaring while you contemplate life on your long drive. 

"Before He Cheats," Carrie Underwood

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"Sweet Home Alabama," Lynyrd Skynyrd

Sure, it's technically Southern rock, but Lynyrd Skynyrd's "Sweet Home Alabama" is an absolute must for your road trip playlist. That ridiculously catchy melody aside, it's an instant mood boost for when the trip's dragging on a little too long. 

"Settling Down," Miranda Lambert

Miranda Lambert's 2020 ballad "Settling Down" is essential for anyone who, like Lambert sings in this song, has their "feet on the ground and head up in the clouds." 

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"Red Dirt Road," Brooks & Dunn

Dig deep into your childhood nostalgia with "Red Dirt Road," a song that's all about reliving those memories of driving around on backroads in the past, from legendary '90s duo Brooks & Dunn. 

"I've Been Everywhere," Johnny Cash

Johnny Cash lists off too many American destinations to count in "I've Been Everywhere," making it an obvious addition to the soundtrack for a great American road trip. Even if you're not going to Dayton, Ohio or Tulsa, Oklahoma, the appeal of this song is totally universal. 

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"Let's Go to Vegas," Faith Hill

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50 Best Road Trip Songs: From Beastie Boys to Bruce Springsteen and Beyond

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Whether you’re off on vacation or just taking a day trip, it’s hard not to smile when the sun’s shining and there’s nothing ahead but the open road. The only thing that could make it better is the perfect song playing at full blast. We’ve gathered the perfect summery tunes to accompany you on your travels. So, fasten your seatbelts and come along for the ride with SiriusXM as we look at 50 of the most iconic road trip songs!

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Sing-Along Anthems

A road trip usually means you’ve got time to kill on your way to your destination. Time flies when you’re having fun, and there’s no better way to get the good vibes going than by rolling down the windows and blasting out some sing-along anthems!

From Bruce Springsteen ’s lyrics about hitting the road to find success to Vanessa Carlton’s pop hit about going the distance for love, these iconic tracks are essential road trip listening. Whether you’re a natural performer or more of the humming type, you’ll be singing along in no time!

• “Paradise By the Dashboard Light” — Meat Loaf
• “A Thousand Miles” — Vanessa Carlton
• “Proud Mary” — Tina Turner
• “Psycho Killer” — Talking Heads
• “Born to Run” — Bruce Springsteen
• “Go Your Own Way” — Fleetwood Mac
• “American Pie” — Don McLean
• “Livin’ On a Prayer” — Bon Jovi

’80s Throwbacks

If you really love a blast from the past, these songs are for you. So many ’80s tracks are ideal for road trips, with nostalgic melodies and catchy beats which instantly transport you back in time. Get your neon leg-warmers out — it’s time for permed hair and iconic dance moves as you cruise down the open road (and take a trip down memory lane)!

• “Little Red Corvette” — Prince
• “I Drove All Night” — Cyndi Lauper
• “Walk This Way” — Aerosmith and Run DMC
• “Danger Zone” — Kenny Loggins
• “Runnin’ Down a Dream” — Tom Petty

’90s Bops

As you make your way through your journey, you might also want to make your way through music history. Jumping forward a decade, the ’90s is where you’ll find catchy rhythms and beautiful melodies that will make any journey enjoyable. From TLC to the Beastie Boys, here are some perfect songs to sing with your besties as you contemplate your lives on the open road.

• “Waterfalls” — TLC
• “All The Small Things” — Blink-182
• “No Sleep ‘til Brooklyn” — Beastie Boys
• “Man! I Feel Like a Woman” — Shania Twain
• “Everyday Is a Winding Road” — Sheryl Crow

2000s Bangers

Another decade on, the bops just won’t stop! From Corinne Bailey Rae’s smooth vocals to Miley Cyrus’ 2009 party pop, these early 2000s tracks are essential for a summer adventure. These catchy tunes will get even the grumpiest backseat drivers nodding along, so be sure to add them to your road trip playlist.

• “Long Road to Ruin” — Foo Fighters
• “California” — Phantom Planet
• “Chasing Pavements” — Adele
• “Put Your Records On” — Corinne Bailey Rae
• “Shut Up and Drive” — Rihanna
• “Party in the USA” — Miley Cyrus

Modern Pop Hits

A road trip doesn’t technically have to be by car. Maybe you’ve taken a page out of Lil Nas X’s book and you’re making your way on horseback. Either way, these modern pop hits are must-haves on your travels. Channel your inner Ed Sheeran as you drive down those country lanes!

• “Barbie World” — Nicki Minaj and Ice Spice (with Aqua)
• “Castle on the Hill” — Ed Sheeran
• “Levitating” — Dua Lipa
• “Vroom Vroom” — Charli XCX
• “Old Town Road” — Lil Nas X

Classic Rock

When the going gets tough, it’s time to headbang your way down the highway. Driving long distances can get tiring, so when you need an energy boost, these are the tracks to turn up to eleven. All you need is your headband and your air guitar — get ready to kick back and let the beat drive you onwards to Paradise City!

• “Paradise City” — Guns N’ Roses
• “Highway Star” — Deep Purple
• “Here I Go Again” — Whitesnake
• “Highway to Hell” — AC/DC
• “Who Are You” — The Who

Baby Driver (2017) Soundtrack

This Edgar Wright film combines two great things: music and driving. It also happens to have a fantastic soundtrack! Many movies through the years have captured the spirit of driving in many different ways, such as Easy Rider  (1969), Little Miss Sunshine  (2006), and Mad Max: Fury Road (2015). These songs will have you enjoying your journey, but you’ll also be planning your next movie night!

• “Radar Love” — Golden Earring
• “Baby Driver” — Simon & Garfunkel
• “Chase Me” — Danger Mouse feat. Run the Jewels & Big Boi
• “Brighton Rock” — Queen

From Luke Combs ’ heartfelt cover of Tracy Chapman’s 1998 hit to Willie Nelson ‘s love letter to the journey ahead, country music is perfect for reflective moments on the road. These songs encapsulate the often bittersweet joy of travel, which resonates with the freedom and adventure of road trips. Have your tissues at the ready — some of these tracks are real tear-jerkers!

• “Highway Vagabond” — Miranda Lambert
• “Sweet Home Alabama” — Lynyrd Skynyrd
• “Fast Car” — Luke Combs
• “On the Road Again” — Willie Nelson
• “Take It Easy” — Eagles
• “Life is a Highway” — Rascal Flatts
• “Take Me Home, Country Roads” — John Denver

While we certainly hope your road trip doesn’t feel like you’re going through the valley of the shadow of death, we do have a song for that. Whether it’s Coolio or Q-Tip providing the soundtrack to your road trip, there are plenty of hip-hop songs about driving to get you through even the longest of journeys. Check out these tracks to help you vibe while you drive.

• “Ridin’” — Chamillionaire feat. Krayzie Bone
• “A Boomin’ System” — LL Cool J
• “Gangsta’s Paradise” — Coolio
• “Let Me Ride” — Dr. Dre
• “Let’s Ride” — Q-Tip

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Jeremiah Fraites of The Lumineers on his new album 'Piano Piano 2'

Ayesha Rascoe

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe asks Jeremiah Fraites of The Lumineers about his new collection of piano music, his second, called "Piano Piano 2."

AYESHA RASCOE, HOST:

Jeremiah Fraites remembers the early days of his band, the Lumineers.

JEREMIAH FRAITES: When we started the band, you know, I couldn't play a piano chord to save my life, quite literally. I was a drummer at the time, but when we started The Lumineers, we had another drummer, so I was sort of, like, relegated to the piano, which I liked. I liked the challenge.

RASCOE: Fraites says as a child, he treasured cassette tapes of Beethoven's piano sonatas and that they inspired a curiosity about the instrument that has since become a passion.

FRAITES: Many years ago, I was lucky enough to be in Vienna, Austria, at the House of Music, and it's this museum about classical artists and whatnot. And there was a quote from one of the composers that said, you know, when I sit down at the piano, that feeling I have I wouldn't trade for all the king's gold in all of the world. And I honestly just connected with that idea so much.

(SOUNDBITE OF JEREMIAH FRAITES' "WELCOME")

RASCOE: In 2021, Fraites released a collection of piano compositions. Now he has a second called "Piano Piano 2."

FRAITES: I just write stuff that sort of gets me high. I write stuff that really clicks something in my brain. There's this great producer who sort of said, you should consider the audience last, and in that way, you'll actually serve the audience more. And I think that really holds true for any creative project I take on. I think that if you sit down to try and please somebody else creatively, you're going to fail before you even start.

RASCOE: How do you tell a story through solo piano music?

FRAITES: I think that when you start to write an idea and when you start to work on it and actually start to record it, the idea communicates back with you because some ideas, you think, oh, I want to make this really big and huge in the studio. I want to add all these strings and drums and bass. And the song quite literally rejects everything you do to it. And some songs - there's a song that comes to mind off this new record called "Spirals."

(SOUNDBITE OF JEREMIAH FRAITES' "SPIRALS")

FRAITES: I knew I wanted it to feel big. I knew I wanted it to feel chaotic. I called it "Spirals" very much intentionally because I wanted that spiral - downward spiral journey. And it seemed like the more I added to it, the better it got, in my opinion. So some songs are just like that.

RASCOE: Well, speaking of spirals, it features the voices of what sound like children.

UNIDENTIFIED CHILD: (Laughter).

RASCOE: What are we hearing there?

FRAITES: So we're hearing a lot of stuff. I took many samples that were, you know, personal to my life - a phone conversation where me and my wife, Francesca, are talking, and she's laughing, our kids playing on there. I remember at one point I was on tour. And I got an audio message on my phone. I was missing home. And, you know, something from my son - have a good show, daddy. And from our 2-year-old daughter, she's like, good night, daddy. And that's on there. I think that when someone listens to it for the first time, even if they don't know all that backstory, they'll just hear this sort of, at times, chaotic cocktail effect of spoken word against some pretty fast piano. So I think, yeah, it's one of my favorite tracks for that reason.

RASCOE: You know, I read that "Piano Piano 2" was recorded around the world. What were some of those places? And did the pianos become characters in your mind? Because different pianos have different - have a little different sound to them, right?

FRAITES: Yeah, exactly. So I was on tour with The Lumineers for the last two years. We finished in December, and I was working all the while on this "Piano Piano 2" record. I mean, I worked on this record anywhere from Denver, Colo., to New York to Canada, LA, Brazil at one point. Like you said, each piano - like, they couldn't be more different from each other. And I think that when you're writing on a grand piano or when you're writing on an upright piano or if you're writing on a felted upright piano, which is when, quite literally, just a little piece of felt goes in between the hammers and the keys and gives it this really cool, soft, sort of curious sound, I think all those things combined I really obsess with. And I love that, at the end of the day, that there's seven different pianos on this record.

RASCOE: Your song "Extra Lives" is especially poignant and dreamy. It has this warm quality about it, but it's also mournful.

(SOUNDBITE OF JEREMIAH FRAITES' "EXTRA LIVES")

FRAITES: You know, my father - he passed away...

RASCOE: Oh, I'm so sorry.

FRAITES: ...Just a few weeks ago now. He was 77. And I just thought about all the times as a kid waking up in Ramsey, N.J., where I was born and raised, him just, you know, waking up at - coming down the stairs at 7:30, getting his big thermos of coffee, kissing my mom and then going out the door and then coming back at 5:30 or 6 p.m. every day, five days a week for 40-plus years to put food on the table and that sort of role he played to provide for me and my brother and my mom.

And I feel like in a way, he really gave us all extra lives. I mean, he did so much to set me up for success with music, to allow me to take over the whole house, to learn how to play the drums. I mean, what a terrible thing that must be to endure for - especially for a guy that loves peace and quiet, to let me learn the drums. And, you know, that's where the Lumineers started. We were practicing and learning songs all day, all night. So yeah, I think that meaning sort of developed, and it was a nice way to dedicate something to him. Yeah.

(SOUNDBITE OF JEREMIAH FRAITES' "PLUCK")

RASCOE: Many people treat instrumental piano music as something that plays in the background at a social function or while studying. How do you want listeners to experience "Piano Piano 2"?

FRAITES: I think I want people to listen to it in the way that works for them. I kind of love the idea. I watched the Eagles documentary. It's, like, a three- or four-hour documentary, and Don Henley was talking about - he said, you know, the Eagles - we didn't just make music. People listen to the Eagles' music as soundtracks to their lives. He was like, people had moments, you know, their first kiss in a car or going on that first road trip across America. Like, their life was happening while the Eagles were in the background. And I was like, if that could ever happen, whether it be with The Lumineers' music or this "Piano Piano" stuff, I think that's the highest compliment if people can listen to it in that regard, you know?

RASCOE: That's musician and composer Jeremiah Fraites. Thank you so much for joining us.

FRAITES: Yeah, thanks so much for having me.

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