9. Deftones, “Be Quiet and Drive.” Contrary to the song’s title, you’re highly encouraged here to headbang and to be loud and rowdy. As a matter of fact, you’ll find yourself doing the opposite of being quiet, since it’s nearly impossible to stay still while listening to this heavy track. It’s got an empowering quality to it that makes it worthy of anybody’s road trip playlist.
8. 4 Non-Blondes, “What’s Up?” This track is a road trip must-have. It lends itself to a liberating and reflective mood that can’t be achieved by any other song of its kind. You’re likely to put the top down, crank up the volume and hit the repeat button with this one.
7. Oasis, “Rock ‘n’ Roll Star.” This visceral 1994 alpha-male hit cries “road trip” out loud. With lyrics like “The day’s moving just too fast for me, I need some time in the sunshine,” you can’t help but to hit the road somewhere. This upbeat jam will have you feeling like a touring rock ‘n’ roll star in no time.
6. Foo Fighters, “Everlong.” Nothing beats cruising along the coast on a nearly empty highway to this classic Foo Fighters track off their best-selling 1997 album The Colour and the Shape. It’s one of those feel-good songs that demands that you listen to it, and it’s worth every drop of gas in your tank.
5. The Rolling Stones, “Rip This Joint.” No road trip playlist is complete without a Rolling Stones track, especially one like “Rip This Joint.” If you want to drive in true rock ‘n’ roll spirit, load this song and hit cruise control. The rocking rhythm guitar, brash sax, swinging drums and rollicking piano will make your trip a breeze.
4. AC/DC, “Back in Black.” You’re bound to turn into a menace on wheels with this song’s absolutely punchy riff. Symptoms include an irresistible urge to adopt an Angus Young-like rock ‘n’ roll pout; forgetfulness (of what the speed limit is) and an excessive desire to share this song with fellow motorists by cranking up the volume. This is just one of those songs that makes you stay in the car until it’s over.
3. Nirvana, “Smells Like Teen Spirit.” Do we really need to explain why this song belongs on your playlist? Just listen to it (again)—its raucously strummed intro will put you just shy of road rage, and you’ll put the pedal to the metal and get to your destination in no time while screaming your lungs out. Your vocal chords might not appreciate it, but it’s worth it.
2. Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, “Running Down a Dream.” Great candidate for anthem of all road trip anthems. It embodies the essence of being on the road, and although the music is absolutely perfect for a drive, it’s the story-like quality of the lyrics that put it atop our list. You’ll feel like you’re starring in your own movie about your adventurous journey down the interstate. Soak up the lyrics and drive …
1. Kansas, “Carry On Wayward Son.” Very few of us will admit to momentarily letting go of the steering wheel for half a second to play air guitar along with this song’s irresistibly amazing riffs and solos. This song lets everyone present sing to their heart’s content, all in perfect rock ‘n’ roll style. It’s a timeless classic and an all-time-favorite, and that’s why it tops our list.
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