Ben Rector, a Nashville-based singer-songwriter, has been steadily releasing music for ten years. He’s found his niche in what he calls “pop music with a purpose.” Right now, his catchy and uplifting single “Brand New” is featured in the trailer for the new Nicholas Sparks film The Choice and is being played on radio stations across the US. To quickly catch up on the best songs—and our favorite lines—of Ben Rector’s repertoire so far, check out our list below.
1. You and Me
“I got scars to prove that I don’t need you but my heart knows that I always do.”
2. Hank
“And if it is you do not end up with a brother, just call this older uncle. I will always lend an ear.”
4. She Is
“She hails from Boston. She hates the sounds that goodbyes make.”
5. Ordinary Love
“She’s dancing like a fool all across my living room. Whenever I’m with you, my heart is singing.”
6. Beautiful
“I was sixteen with an open heart.”
7. Associated
“I don’t know if she’s associated. I think that could be debated right after I know her name.”
7. Sailboat
“Night after night there’s an empty horizon, my God do I feel so alone.”
8. The Beat
“Her heart is broken but she won’t say that. Her heart is broken but she can’t go back.”
9. White Dress
“I never knew that I could love someone the way that I love you.”
10. Paris
“Paris feels like falling back in love.”
11. Note To Self
“I don’t know how long I have to keep reminding myself to be who I want to be and not somebody else.”
12. Crazy
“Apps for everyone!”
Buy Ben Rector’s latest (and greatest) album here.
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