Introduction
“See You There” is a deeply personal and emotionally resonant song by Joey Feek, featured on her posthumous solo album If Not For You, released in April 2017. Originally recorded in 2005, the song remained unreleased until after Joey’s passing in 2016, when Gaither Music Group brought her early solo work to light .
The song serves as a heartfelt tribute to Joey’s younger brother, Justin Martin, who tragically died in a car accident in 1994 at the age of seventeen. Joey and her mother were among the first to arrive at the accident scene, an event that profoundly impacted her life . “See You There” captures the raw emotions of that moment, with lyrics reflecting the family’s grief and the hope of reuniting in the afterlife.
Joey’s husband, Rory Feek, emphasized that the album If Not For You encapsulates songs that were significant to Joey, revealing her values and aspirations. He noted that the lyrics provide insight into who she was and who she aimed to be . The album includes contributions from Joey’s family, such as her parents and stepdaughter Heidi Feek, adding to its intimate nature.
“See You There” stands out as a poignant expression of love, loss, and enduring faith. It offers listeners a window into Joey Feek’s personal experiences and her unwavering belief in eternal connections beyond this life.
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Lyrics
You waited all summer, for that night to come around
Mom was in the kitchen, and I was laying down
We said we’d meet up later, at the county fair
As you closed the door, you hollered See you there
See you there, see you there
There was broken glass and blue lights everywhere
You were lying by your jeep
We held our breath and said a prayer
We could hardly bare, to see you there
No one had to tell us, that you were hurt real bad
To life flight you to Indy was the only chance you had
Mama climbed in with you, she knew I was scared
As she closed the door, she hollered See you there
See you there, see you there
There were lines and tubes and doctors everywhere
Daddy stayed up all night long, right beside you in the chair
He could hardly bare, to see you there
We sang in the Garden at our little country church
There must’ve been a mile of cars, following your hearse
You’d think after 10 years, it wouldn’t make me cry
But it’s almost like you must’ve known, that night you said goodbye
That you were headed up to heaven, not to the county fair
When you closed the door and hollered See you there
See you there, see you there
See you there, oh, I’ll see you there