by Jarred Johnson, plant communications specialist, Spring Hill Complex
SPRING HILL, Tenn. – Country music singer Johnny Dailey debuted his new song “Factory Man” at the most appropriate place you could imagine – General Motors’ Spring Hill Manufacturing plant, just 30 miles south of Nashville.
Dailey played the song with his band at a recent celebration at the plant for the launch of the Cadillac VISTIQ and the LYRIQ-V, a pair of mid-size electric-powered SUVs. Check out the video below to see his performance and hear the new song.
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While he’s now finding success in country music, Dailey has worked previously as both a woodworker and metalworker. He grew up on a farm in Argo, Alabama, and his father and grandfather worked in the steel industry.
Dailey’s new song puts him back in touch with his roots, focusing on the pride and dignity of American manufacturing.
That’s why he chose Spring Hill to debut his song “Factory Man,” taking the stage with his band as part of an event celebrating the plant’s production of two new, electric mid-size SUVs: the Cadillac VISTIQ and LYRIQ V-Series.
“It felt like a special opportunity to be part of this,” Dailey said. “This is why I make music. My songs are for hard-working people like the ones at this plant.”
CAPTION: Johnny Daily and his band perform “Factory Man” at Spring Hill assembly.
Cadillac connection
The history of Cadillacs and country music runs deep, with hit songs featuring Cadillac from many globally recognized artists – many of whom also drive the iconic brand. The king himself had a gold-plated Cadillac Series 75 Fleetwood limousine, which is on display in the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville, a short drive from Spring Hill.
Cadillacs have long been symbols of American luxury and aspiration, themes that resonate with country music’s storytelling.
Looking back, looking ahead
It might seem counterintuitive to pair country music’s nostalgia with the progressive technology of electric cars. But Anton Busuttil, director of the Spring Hill Plant, thinks otherwise
“The past and future are linked here,” said Busuttil. “Since this plant was first established in 1985, our identity has always been focused on competitiveness, adaptability, and new technologies.”
Printed on stickers passed out with other giveaways during the event was Spring Hill Manufacturing’s slogan, “Building the Future Since 1985."
CAPTION: An all-electric Cadillac LYRIQ rolls off the line at Spring Hill Assembly.
Adapting to customer needs
Spring Hill produces both gas-powered and electric vehicles, one passing right after another down the assembly line. That flexible approach gives GM the ability to respond to customer preferences.
The chorus of Johnny Dailey’s “Factory Man” speaks about this same kind of resilience: “I’m just a factory man doing all he can,” Dailey sings, “to roll with the weather and dance with the time.”
Cody Cross, a team member at Spring Hill, stood swaying in front of the stage during the concert. “I appreciate the company doing this kind of stuff,” Cross said. “It shows you they really notice you and the things you’re doing.”
After finishing his set, Johnny Dailey got behind the wheel of a new, three-row Cadillac VISTIQ and listened to his song through the Dolby Atmos® sound system.
“‘Factory Man’ in the GM Factory,” Dailey said, one cowboy boot dangling through the open door. “Doesn’t get more special than that.”
Check out these stories to learn more about the Spring Hill manufacturing plant:
SPRING HILL, Tenn. – Country music singer Johnny Dailey debuted his new song “Factory Man” at the most appropriate place you could imagine – General Motors’ Spring Hill Manufacturing plant, just 30 miles south of Nashville.
Dailey played the song with his band at a recent celebration at the plant for the launch of the Cadillac VISTIQ and the LYRIQ-V, a pair of mid-size electric-powered SUVs. Check out the video below to see his performance and hear the new song.
While he’s now finding success in country music, Dailey has worked previously as both a woodworker and metalworker. He grew up on a farm in Argo, Alabama, and his father and grandfather worked in the steel industry.
Dailey’s new song puts him back in touch with his roots, focusing on the pride and dignity of American manufacturing.
That’s why he chose Spring Hill to debut his song “Factory Man,” taking the stage with his band as part of an event celebrating the plant’s production of two new, electric mid-size SUVs: the Cadillac VISTIQ and LYRIQ V-Series.
“It felt like a special opportunity to be part of this,” Dailey said. “This is why I make music. My songs are for hard-working people like the ones at this plant.”
Cadillac connection
The history of Cadillacs and country music runs deep, with hit songs featuring Cadillac from many globally recognized artists – many of whom also drive the iconic brand. The king himself had a gold-plated Cadillac Series 75 Fleetwood limousine, which is on display in the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville, a short drive from Spring Hill.
Cadillacs have long been symbols of American luxury and aspiration, themes that resonate with country music’s storytelling.
Looking back, looking ahead
It might seem counterintuitive to pair country music’s nostalgia with the progressive technology of electric cars. But Anton Busuttil, director of the Spring Hill Plant, thinks otherwise
“The past and future are linked here,” said Busuttil. “Since this plant was first established in 1985, our identity has always been focused on competitiveness, adaptability, and new technologies.”
Printed on stickers passed out with other giveaways during the event was Spring Hill Manufacturing’s slogan, “Building the Future Since 1985."
Adapting to customer needs
Spring Hill produces both gas-powered and electric vehicles, one passing right after another down the assembly line. That flexible approach gives GM the ability to respond to customer preferences.
The chorus of Johnny Dailey’s “Factory Man” speaks about this same kind of resilience: “I’m just a factory man doing all he can,” Dailey sings, “to roll with the weather and dance with the time.”
Cody Cross, a team member at Spring Hill, stood swaying in front of the stage during the concert. “I appreciate the company doing this kind of stuff,” Cross said. “It shows you they really notice you and the things you’re doing.”
After finishing his set, Johnny Dailey got behind the wheel of a new, three-row Cadillac VISTIQ and listened to his song through the Dolby Atmos® sound system.
“‘Factory Man’ in the GM Factory,” Dailey said, one cowboy boot dangling through the open door. “Doesn’t get more special than that.”
Check out these stories to learn more about the Spring Hill manufacturing plant:
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