Samantha Rae brings a playful twist to heartbreak with “I Only Cry In Trucks,” released on July 26, 2024. This country track takes an amusing approach to dealing with romantic disappointment, using a love for trucks and automobiles as the perfect cover for emotions he would rather not admit. It’s a nice track, with vocals that complement the instrumentation well, giving the song an enjoyable country character that suits its storytelling.
The story follows a guy who heads out for a good time with a girl, only for his mood to take a turn when he is reminded of someone he hasn’t quite gotten over. Instead of openly admitting that he’s hurting, he insists that he only cries in trucks. It’s a funny premise, but there’s more to it than the humour initially suggests. The narrator is clearly struggling with his feelings, and his repeated references to different truck brands become a clever way of expressing that frustration.
From the Cummins Dodge and Ford dually to the F-150 and GMC, the automotive references give the song a distinct personality while keeping its country identity firmly in place. The recurring chorus is catchy and easy to follow, making the central joke even more enjoyable with each return.
What works particularly well is the contrast between he tough exterior and the vulnerability hiding underneath. He wants to appear unfazed, but his emotions keep getting the better of him. That little contradiction gives the song its charm. “I Only Cry In Trucks” is an entertaining country number that doesn’t take itself too seriously. Samantha Rae turns an everyday experience of heartbreak into a lighthearted singalong, proving that sometimes humour is the best way to admit you’re not quite over someone.
