7. Sweet Home Alabama, Lynyrd Skynyrd
Despite its controversial lyrics, southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd’s Sweet Home Alabama reached number eight on the charts when it was released in 1974. The song was actually written as a reply to two songs by Canadian artist Neil Young; Alabama and Southern Man. If you have a passion for classic southern-fried rock, then this is definitely one for your road trip playlist. It’s hard to feel road fatigue with this hook blaring from the car speakers. “Big wheels keep on turning…”
8. Life in the Fast Lane, The Eagles
Released in 1976 on the world-famous album Hotel California, Life in the Fast Lane features lyrics about a couple who thrive on living on the edge. The jet-set lifestyle described in the song was heavily inspired by the Eagles’ freeway-filled Los Angeles background, where living to excess is not exactly uncommon.
9. King of the Road, Roger Miller
An oldie but a goodie, the timeless classic King of the Road by American country singer Roger Miller was released in 1965. The lyrics tell the tongue-in-cheek story of a vagabond who revels in the freedom of owning nothing and living a nomadic lifestyle. The song hit first place in the US Country Chart and the UK Singles Chart. Groove to it on your car’s playlist for a nostalgic change of pace and feel like you’re the “king of the road” yourself.
