Leon Bridges has released the first single “Peaceful Place” from his upcoming album of the same name Leon. The song has a groovy, slow sound that’s made for quiet summer days. In the accompanying music video, Bridges and his friends spend a fun day in the city, including shopping, eating, jam sessions, and a hot air balloon.

In “Peaceful Place,” he talks about the bad times he’s experienced and how he came to be content with his life. He sings, “I’m not used to walking / On the darker side / Rain in my eyes / Rain in my eyes / Even though I was stoned / Inside / I felt alone / I felt so alone / I’m in a peaceful place / I find something that no one can take away from me / I’m in a peaceful place now.”

The 13-track album is upbeat and rooted in feelings of nostalgia and good times. The songs are about Bridges’ childhood and were written throughout his career, just waiting for the right moment to release them.

“Leon has been a long time coming,” Bridges said in a statement. “I have been Gold digger sound. They didn’t fit with what I wanted to do with this album and I tried to move on. But I couldn’t get rid of them because they are a part of me. And, if I’m honest, also because I think these are some of my best work to date.”

He continued: “In many ways Leon has been in the works since I was a kid. This record is about simpler days. It’s about the time I spent in my beloved Fort Worth and the experiences that made me the man I am today. It’s soulful music in the truest sense of the word – it’s steeped in my soul. I’m excited to share these stories about home, about nostalgia, about my upbringing, about where I came from, with all of you. I hope this music brings you back to your roots and your journey.”

You can listen to “Peaceful Place” below and watch the music video above. Leon will be released on October 4th.