"Heartstrings and Highways" is an evocative collection of songs that map the emotional terrain of love, loss, and self-discovery. River Lee takes listeners on a journey through life’s most defining moments, using the open road as a metaphor for the twists, turns, and detours of the heart. With its rich storytelling and soulful melodies, this EP is an ode to the power of love and the lessons learned along the way.

A standout track, "Need to Miss You to Kiss You", perfectly encapsulates the bittersweet essence of the EP. The song tells the story of a couple whose love grows stronger through distance, exploring the idea that longing can reignite passion and deepen connection. With its tender lyrics and haunting melody, the track captures the ache of separation and the joy of reuniting, creating an emotional centerpiece for the album.

From tender ballads to reflective mid-tempos, "Heartstrings and Highways" offers a soundtrack for those navigating the emotional crossroads of life. Each track is like a postcard from a moment in time, making this EP a heartfelt tribute to the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring power of love.

Story Behind the Albums Creation/Inspiration

"Heartstrings and Highways" started as a personal project—something to help me process the dissolution of my first marriage and the emotional whirlwind of stepping into a new relationship with the man who would later become my husband. Music has always been my way of making sense of life, and at the time, I was navigating heartbreak, healing, and the excitement and uncertainty of new love.

But everything shifted one day when Brandon, who was still my boyfriend then, blurted out something that stuck with me. We were driving each other crazy, and in the heat of the moment, he said, "I need to miss you to love you." That phrase hit me like a lightning bolt, and suddenly, I knew I had the heart of this project. I wrote "Need to Miss You to Kiss You," and from there, the whole EP took shape around it.

"Heartstrings and Highways" became more than just a way to process the past—it turned into a collection of songs about love’s journey, the ups and downs, the space we sometimes need, and the undeniable pull that keeps bringing us back together. It’s a reflection of where I’ve been, where I am, and the road that love continues to lead me down.

Track List

1. Eternal Boots in Love                        02:57

2. Need to Miss You to Kiss You           03:04

3. Love Across the Line                         03:09

4. Rearview Mirror                                 02:36

5. A Love the World Couldn't Know    02:53

Lyrics

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