Add These Songs To Your Road Trip Playlist
Car rides can be long but they don't have to be painful. Driving is a good excuse to practice your vocals while you're sitting for hours. It feels good to crank up the volume, roll the windows down, and belt your heart out to the wind. Whether on a new adventure or driving to your family's favorite spot, hit the dusty trail with these car bangers.
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1. Little Red Corvette by Prince
A song with a fancy car in its name is destined for a driving playlist. Prince uses several automobile metaphors in his lyrics and it’s a feel-good rock tune to keep you upbeat and alert.
2. Born To Run by Bruce Springsteen
Bruce obviously had to make the list. His voice was made for the car stereo and this tune is the ultimate sing-along. Born to Run will motivate you as you take the wheel and shout out the lyrics to passing cars.
3. 91 Unleaded by The Butlers
Maybe you haven’t heard this song yet but it should be immediately added to your “Iconic Road Trip” playlist. It’s a fun and folky love song referencing long drives and needing money for gasoline.
4. Cecilia by Simon & Garfunkel
This is a classic song to get your motor running! It’s a loveable oldie everyone in the car will know. Your vehicle will turn into a karaoke party on wheels.
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5. Shut Up And Drive by Rihanna
Don’t take the title of this song literally–– shout out and drive instead! The lyrics hit the mark about driving and who doesn’t love a catchy RiRi tune? This song will have you bopping in your car seat.
6. Drive My Car by The Beatles
You can’t take a long drive without taking The Beatles along for the ride. This legendary boy band has plenty of bangers for the car but this one gets a shout-out for obvious reasons.
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7. Road Trippin’ by The Red Hot Chili Peppers
It’s like this song was written for road trips or something? This tune is hot like the band who wrote it and it was curated for your car stereo. You can relate to the words as you make your way down the road.
8. Holiday Road by Lindsey Buckingham
Holiday Road is an iconic upbeat song to get you excited for your vacation. It’ll keep you entertained from a long boring drive as you sing along to its catchy tune. Side note: you might embarrass the kids as you car-dance to this one!
9. Summertime by DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince
This hip-hop hit makes you want to slouch in the driver’s seat with your sunglasses on. You’ll soak in the sun rays through the windshield as you repeat “summer summer summertime” along with the chorus.
10. Blue Sky by Allman Brothers Band
There’s something about old easy rock songs that just scream road trips. This song will give you a boost of serotonin and energy to keep you focused on the road.
11. I Drove All Night by Cyndi Lauper
She can relate–– let Cyndi serenade you as you drive all night long. The only way to sing along to this ballad is with volume and passion. It’s ok to attract onlookers from passing cars.
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12. I’ve Been Everywhere by Johnny Cash
It’s likely that Johnny Cash is already at the top of your road trip playlist. He’s got those mellow tunes and baritone vocals to please your ears as you drive. This tune in particular is perfect for a car ride.
13. On The Road Again by Willie Nelson
If this song is playing then we also can’t wait to get on the road again! It’s like Willie wrote this song for you in this moment. Classic country songs are the best passengers for long drives on country roads.
14. L.A. Woman by The Doors
You’ll forget about your sore bottom when you have The Doors blaring from your car speakers. The drive won’t seem so long when you’re listening to a jam like this one.
15. 1979 by The Smashing Pumpkins
This is a perfect road tune because it’s just the right balance of mellow and catchy. It won’t make you sleepy but it’s gentle on the ears when you want a break from heavier head bangers.
16. Radar Love by Golden Earring
Save this song for after you’ve bottled up a bit of road rage. It’s high-energy and highly likely to take your mind off the bad drivers as you sing off some steam.
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17. Boyz N The Hood by Eazy-E
You’ll cruise down the street to this smooth rap beat. Roll your windows down and let the bass make your vehicle bounce.
18. Even Flow by Pearl Jam
This song was probably on your mixed tape back in the day. You used to rock out to this banger when you first learned how to drive. It deserves to be back on your driving playlist.
19. Fascination by Alphabeat
Add a little funky dance party to your mobile disco. This song will bring you and your passengers all the joy and happiness. Nobody on board will be stuck thinking “Are we there yet?”
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20. Road To Nowhere by Talking Heads
Hopefully, you’re on the road to somewhere! But if you’re lost, the Talking Heads know how to cheer you up. This song is vibrant, catchy, and a great sing-a-long for long drives.
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