Nashville, Tenn. (February 6, 2026) – Chosen Road is excited to be releasing “People” today, February 6th on Thoroughbred Records. It is a contemporary, Americana-laced song that bridges city streets and country roads, capturing the everyday lives, quiet faith, and shared humanity that connect us all. People Release
Written by Jeffery East, James Ryan, and Larry White, “People” paints vivid scenes of working hands and encouraging hearts. From bright city lights to hard-working tractors at the county line this song is reminding listeners that no matter where we come from, we’re all doing the best we can.
Chosen Road front man Jonathan Buckner says, “‘People’ is a modern Americana song that moves between city streets and country roads, reflecting on everyday work, quiet faith, and the shared humanity that connects us all.”
For nearly two decades, Chosen Road has been known for powerful harmonies, world-class musicianship, and songs that reach deep into the heart of American roots music. Founded in 2001, the band quickly carved out a reputation as one of the most dynamic groups in bluegrass and acoustic music.
Chosen Road is Jonathan Buckner and Zachary Alvis, Tyler Robertson, Christopher Stockwell, and Bradly Parsons,
“This song says it all. It captures the spirit of America for 250 years,” added Ed Leonard, president of Thoroughbred Records. “People need to hear this and will be immensely encouraged by it. We are honored to release it.”
Built on honest storytelling and a soul-rooted chorus, “People” speaks to the current moment with uncommon clarity — emphasizing grace over labels and love over division. The song’s message resonates deeply in a time when audiences are craving connection, compassion, and songs that reflect real life.
People
Jeffery East, James Ryan and Larry White
Bright lights, big city
On the street below, there’s a blue Mercedes
Follow that car as it drives on out
To a picket fence loud on the edge of town
County line, there’s a man on a tractor
Raising up corn and a family after
The sun goes down supper and grace
It’s a big old world at the end of the day
Chorus
We’re all just people
Working hard, putting food on the table
Throwing up prayers and tryin’ to stay faithful
Long as we’re able
We’re all just human making mistakes
And love, it’s what we do, man
Just doing the very best that we can
Cause on the others side, He ain’t checking labels
We’re all just people
No matter where your sun rises
It’s gonna rain, it’s gonna shine
We’re gonna live, we’re gonna die
And we all just wanna leave something behind
Heart to have, a hand to hold
A safe place we can go
To plant a seed and watch it grow
There’s a thousand names for what we call home
Chorus
We’re all just people
Working hard, putting food on the table
Throwing up prayers and tryna stay faithful
Long as we’re able
We’re all just human making mistakes
And love, it’s what we do, man
Just doing the very best that we can
Cause on the others side, He ain’t checking labels
We’re all just people
Bridge
From a million miles away (Miles away)
Oh, we all just look the same (Ohh)
Chorus
We’re all just people
Working hard, putting food on the table
Throwing up prayers and tryna stay faithful
Long as we’re able
We’re all just human making mistakes
And love, it’s what we do, man
Just doing the very best that we can
Cause on the others side, He ain’t checking labels
We’re all just people (Hmm, yeah)
We’re all just people (Hmm)
“People” is the second song release from the upcoming release EP, American Morning: Side A, that comes out February 20, 2026.
About Chosen Road:
Chosen Road is an award-winning bluegrass gospel band known for its deep Appalachian roots, exceptional musicianship, and unwavering commitment to faith-driven storytelling. Founded in 2009, the band blends traditional bluegrass sounds with heartfelt messages of hope, redemption, and community. Whether on stage, in church, or on the road, Chosen Road’s music reflects a genuine passion for ministry and a calling to connect people through songs that point back to faith, family, and home.
