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The Ultimate Travel Playlist: 100 Best Travel Songs (with Lyrics and Videos)

Katie Hammel

July 18, 2023

10 min read

Music has the power to transport us, change our moods, and conjure memories. And, for many travelers, music is closely linked to travel. It can helps us understand the people and culture of a place, break down language barriers, and sear certain moments into our memories forever.

With help from members of our Travel Community and Going staff, we've created the ultimate travel playlist of 100 travel songs. Some reference specific places, others showcase the musical talent of a specific country, and others simply celebrate the joy of exploration.

Here, in no particular order, are 100 of our favorite travel songs.

56 songs that reference specific places in the title or lyrics

Sure, some of these songs, such Paris by the Chainsmokers or Toto’s Africa , actually have little to do with the specific place; it’s just used as the title or the setting for the story. But others not only reference a country or city, they also evoke a specific sense of that particular place or tell a story about that destination.

For example, in Marrakech Express , Crosby, Stills & Nash recount scenes from a train ride Nash actually took in 1966. In London Calling , the Clash sing about the social issues facing London in the late 70s. In Walking in Memphis , Marc Cohn croons about his experience wandering the city. And Simon & Garfunkel's America was inspired by a road trip that Paul Simon took with his girlfriend.

Here are some of our favorite songs that mention a specific city or country, and a snippet of the lyrics.

Listen when:  you're on a $388 flight to Vienna, or a $671 flight to Johannesburg, or a $353 flight to Paris, or...

1. Kathmandu – Bob Seger

I think I'm going to Katmandu

‍ That's really, really where I'm going to

If I ever get out of here

That's what I'm gonna do

I know my plane is due

The one that's going to Katmandu

Up to the mountain's where I'm going to

K-k-k-k-k-k Kathmandu ‍

2. One Night in Bangkok – Murray Head

One night in Bangkok and the world's your oyster

The bars are temples but the pearls ain't free

You'll find a god in every golden cloister

A little flesh, a little history

I can feel an angel sliding up to me

3. I've Been Everywhere – Johnny Cash

I've been everywhere, man

Crossed the deserts bare, man

I've breathed the mountain air, man

Travel, I've had my share, man

I've been everywhere

I've been to

4. Africa – Toto

The wild dogs cry out in the night

As they grow restless, longing for some solitary company

I know that I must do what's right

As sure as Kilimanjaro rises like Olympus above the Serengeti

I seek to cure what's deep inside, frightened of this thing that I've become

It's gonna take a lot to drag me away from you

There's nothing that a hundred men or more could ever do

I bless the rains down in Africa

Gonna take some time to do the things we never have

Bonus: Check out the 2018 cover by Weezer and this awesome 2016 video from Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard.

5. Marrakech Express – Crosby, Stills & Nash

Take the train from Casablanca going south

Blowing smoke rings from the corners of my my, my, my, my mouth

Colored cottons hang in air

Charming cobras in the square

Striped jellabas we can wear at home

Don't you know we're riding on the Marrakesh Express

6. Waka Waka (This Time for Africa) – Shakira

Today's your day

You paved the way

If you get down get up oh oh

When you get down get up eh eh

Tsamina mina zangalewa

This time for Africa

7. San Francisco – Scott McKenzie

If you're going to San Francisco

Be sure to wear some flowers in your hair

You're gonna meet some gentle people there

8. London Calling – The Clash

The ice age is coming, the sun is zooming in

Engines stop running, the wheat is growin' thin

A nuclear era, but I have no fear

'Cause London is drowning, and I, I live by the river

9. Galway Girl – Ed Sheeran

You know, she played the fiddle in an Irish band

But she fell in love with an Englishman

Kissed her on the neck and then I took her by the hand

Said, "Baby, I just wanna dance"

With my pretty little Galway girl

You're my pretty little Galway girl

10. Istanbul (Not Constantinople) – They Might Be Giants

Every gal in Constantinople

Lives in Istanbul, not Constantinople

So if you've a date in Constantinople

She'll be waiting in Istanbul

Even old New York was once New Amsterdam

Why they changed it I can't say

People just liked it better that way

11. Ramblin’ Man – the Allman Brothers Band

I'm on my way to New Orleans this mornin'

I'm leavin' out of Nashville, Tennessee

They're always having a good time down on the bayou

Lord, them Delta women think the world of me

Lord, I was born a ramblin' man

Tryin' to make a livin' and doin' the best I can

And when it's time for leavin'

I hope you'll understand

That I was born a ramblin' man

12. Aux Champs-Élysées – Joe Dassin

Aux Champs-Elysées, aux Champs-Elysées

Au soleil, sous la pluie, à midi ou à minuit

Il y a tout ce que vous voulez aux Champs-Elysées

In English:

Champs-Elysees, Champs-Elysees In the sun, in the rain, at noon or midnight There is everything you want on the Champs-Elysées

13. Lovers in Japan – Coldplay

Tonight, maybe we're gonna run

Dreamin' of the Osaka sun

Ohh, ohh, ohhh

Dreamin' of when the morning comes

14. Barcelona – George Ezra

Every time you have to go

Shut my eyes and you know

I’ll be lying right by your side

In Barcelona

15. April in Paris – Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong

I never knew the charm of spring

I never met it face to face

I never knew my heart could sing

I never missed a warm embrace

Till April in Paris, chestnuts in blossom

Holiday tables under the trees

April in Paris, this is a feeling

16. Blue Hawaii – Elvis Presley

Come with me

While the moon is on the sea

The night is young

And so are we, so are we

Dreams come true

In blue Hawaii

17. Back in the U.S.S.R. – The Beatles

Well the Ukraine girls really knock me out

They leave the West behind

And Moscow girls make me sing and shout

That Georgia's always on my mind

Aw come on!

Yeah I'm back in the U.S.S.R.

You don't know how lucky you are boys

Back in the U.S.S.R.

18. Rio – Netsky featuring Macklemore

It’s the “Rio” remix, you should see us

Swimming in the ocean like the pool is hella heated

Expedited Visa and I’m posted with my feet up

Parasailing over beaches, got my girl from Ipanema

19. Barcelona – Ed Sheeran

And you and I we're flying on an airplane tonight

We're going somewhere where the sun is shining bright

Just close your eyes

And let's pretend we're dancing in the street

20. Havana – Camila Cabello

Havana, ooh na-na

Half of my heart is in Havana, ooh na-na

He took me back to East Atlanta, na-na-na, ah

Oh, but my heart is in Havana ‍

21. In America – Neil Diamond

Everywhere around the world

They're coming to America

Every time that flag's unfurled

Got a dream to take them there

Got a dream they've come to share

22. Tennessee – Arrested Development

They tell me my ears are so young

Go back, from whence you came

My family tree, my family name

For some strange reason it had to be

He guided me to Tennessee

Take me to another place, take me to another land

Make me forget all that hurts me, let me understand your plan

23. Paris – The Chainsmokers

We were staying in Paris

To get away from your parents

You look so proud

Standing there with a frown and a cigarette

Posting pictures of yourself on the internet

24. Graceland – Paul Simon

The Mississippi Delta was shining

Like a National guitar

I am following the river

Down the highway

Through the cradle of the civil war

I'm going to Graceland

25. Carolina in My Mind – James Taylor

In my mind I'm gone to Carolina

Can't you see the sunshine?

Can't you just feel the moonshine?

And, ain't it just like a friend of mine

To hit me from behind?

Yes, I'm gone to Carolina in my mind

26. New York State of Mind – Billy Joel

Some folks like to get away

Take a holiday from the neighborhood

Hop a flight to Miami Beach or to Hollywood

But I'm takin' a Greyhound on the Hudson River line

I'm in a New York state of mind

27. Walking in Memphis – Marc Cohn

Saw the ghost of Elvis

On Union Avenue

Followed him up to the gates of Graceland

Then I watched him walk right through

Now security they did not see him

They just hovered 'round his tomb

But there's a pretty little thing

Waiting for the King

Down in the Jungle Room

When I was walking in Memphis

I was walking with my feet ten feet off of Beale

Walking in Memphis

But do I really feel the way I feel?

28. America – Simon & Garfunkel

Cathy, I said as we boarded a Greyhound in Pittsburgh

Michigan seems like a dream to me now

It took me four days to hitchhike from Saginaw

I've gone to look for America

29. Mexico – James Taylor

Way down here you need a reason to move

Feel a fool running your stateside games

Lose your load, leave your mind behind Baby Jane

It sounds so simple I just got to go

The sun's so hot I forgot to go home

Guess I'll have to go now

30. California – Phantom Planet

Hustlers grab your guns

Your shadow weighs a ton

Driving down the 101

California here we come

Right back where we started from

California, here we come.

31. Chicago – Sufjan Stevens

I fell in love again

All things go, all things go

Drove to Chicago

All things know, all things know

32. Kokomo – The Beach Boys

Off the Florida Keys, there's a place called Kokomo

That's where you want to go to get away from it all

Bodies in the sand, tropical drink melting in your hand

We'll be falling in love to the rhythm of a steel drum band

Down in Kokomo

Aruba, Jamaica, oh I want to take you to

Bermuda, Bahama, come on pretty mama

Key Largo, Montego, baby why don't we go

down to Kokomo, we'll get there fast and then we'll take it slow

That's where we want to go, way down in Kokomo

33. Sweet Home Alabama – Lynyrd Skynyrd

Sweet home Alabama

Where the skies are so blue

Lord, I'm coming home to you

34. Vertigo – FM Belfast

We are going far away

Don't you look down

You are high above ground

We are driving with our friends

We are driving to a faraway place

35. California Love – Tupac and Dr. Dre

Say what you say, but give me that bomb beat from Dre

Let me serenade the streets of L.A

From Oakland to Sacktown

The Bay Area and back down

Cali is where they put they mack down give me love!

California, knows how to party

In the city of L.A.

In the city of good ol' Watts

In the city, the city of Compton

We keep it rocking

36. Malibu – Miley Cyrus

But here I am

Next to you

The sky is so blue

37. Midnight Train to Georgia – Gladys Knight and the Pips

He's leaving

On that midnight train to Georgia

And he's goin' back

To a simpler place and time

And I’ll be with him

I'd rather live in his world

Than live without him in mine

38. California Dreaming – The Mamas and the Papas

All the leaves are brown

And the sky is grey

I've been for a walk

On a winter's day

I'd be safe and warm

If I was in L.A.

California dreamin'

On such a winter's day

39. New York Groove – Ace Frehley

Many years since I was here

On the street I was passin' my time away

To the left and to the right,

Buildings towering to the sky

It's outta sight in the dead of night

Here I am, and in this city, with a fistful of dollars

And baby, you'd better believe

I'm back, back in the New York groove

40. Miami – Will Smith

Party in the city where the heat is on

All night, on the beach till the break of dawn

Welcome to Miami

Bienvenidos a Miami

Bouncin' in the club where the heat is on

I'm goin’ to Miami

41. Vienna – Ultravox

The music is weaving

Haunting notes, pizzicato strings

The rhythm is calling

Alone in the night as the daylight brings

A cool empty silence

The warmth of your hand and a cold grey sky

It fades to the distance

The image has gone only you and I

It means nothing to me

This means nothing to me

42. Viva Las Vegas – Elvis Presley

Bright light city gonna set my soul

Gonna set my soul on fire

Got a whole lot of money that's ready to burn

So get those stakes up higher

There's a thousand pretty women waitin' out there

And they're all livin' devil may care

And I'm just the devil with love to spare

Viva Las Vegas, viva Las Vegas

43. Rocky Road to Dublin – The Irish Descendants

Well in Dublin next arrived, I thought it'd be a pity

To be so soon deprived a view of that fine city

So then I took a stroll down among the quality

Me bundle it was stolen in a neat locality

Something crossed me mind, then I looked behind

No bundle could I find upon me stick a-wobblin'

Inquiring for the rogue, said me connaught brogue wasn't much in vogue

On the rocky road to Dublin

44. Beverly Hills – Weezer

Beverly Hills

That's where I want to be (gimme, gimme)

Livin' in Beverly Hills

Rollin' like a celebrity (gimme, gimme)

45. Surfin' USA – The Beach Boys

Haggerties and Swamies

Pacific Palisades

San Anofree and Sunset

Redondo Beach L. A.

All over La Jolla

At Waimea Bay

Everybody's gone surfin'

Surfin' U.S. A.

46. I'm Shipping Up To Boston – Dropkick Murphys

I'm a sailor peg

And I've lost my leg

Climbing up the top sails

I've lost my leg!

I'm shipping up to Boston, whoa

I'm shipping off to find my wooden leg

47. Hello Seattle – Owl City

Hello Seattle, I am a manta ray

Deep beneath the blue waves

I'll crawl the sandy bottom of Puget Sound

And construct my summer home

48. God Blessed Texas – Little Texas

God blessed Texas

With His own hand

Brought down angels from the promised land

Gave 'em a place where they could dance

If you want to see heaven, brother, here's you chance

I've been sent to spread the message

49. Taj Mahal – Sam Roberts Band

Sitting with you on the banks of the Ganges

Stealing a kiss on the streets of Bombay

Caressing your hair like the wind through the palm trees

I never dreamed that anyone could take you away

Keep on keep on keep on singing

I'm building a beautiful statue

To make sure that no one forgets you

50. Alaska – Maggie Rogers

I was walking through icy streams

That took my breath away

Moving slowly through westward water

Over glacial plains

And I walked off you

And I walked off an old me

Oh me, oh my, I thought it was a dream

So it seemed

51. Miles from Minnesota – The Lower 48

Yes next year we'll go traveling

Our escapades so baffling

Our sovereign love returning to the sea

We'll be miles from Minnesota then

Writing letters we won't send

For no words shall contain what will be

Well your sweet voice and my rough hands

When darkness prowls we will dance

Through bluffs and fields and orchards with the moon

Yes next year we will leave this place summer's kiss is just a taste

Fall's warm embrace is coming to us soon

Oh! We've got everywhere to go

You should sleep, I'll see you in the morning

52. Take Me Home Country Roads – John Denver

Almost heaven, West Virginia

Blue Ridge Mountains, Shenandoah River

Life is old there, older than the trees

Younger than the mountains, blowing like a breeze

Country roads, take me home

To the place I belong

West Virginia, mountain mama

Take me home, country roads

53. Miles Away – The Maine

I took a trip up the west coast

Was searching for a temp so low

And a summer high

The Sun swayed and set slow

Made waves with some friends I know

Got lost in the ebb and flow

Of the drifting tide

I didn't ever want to come down

From that west coast rush and summer high

And easy, peaceful sense of time

54. Brazil – Declan McKenna

I wanna play the beautiful game while I'm in Brazil

'Cause everybody plays the beautiful game while out in Brazil

'Cause it's all you've ever wanted, and it's all that you want still

Don't you wanna play the beautiful game out in Brazil?

55. Under African Skies – Paul Simon

Joseph's face was as black as the night

And the pale yellow moon shone in his eyes

His path was marked

By the stars in the Southern Hemisphere

And he walked the length of his days

Under African skies

56. Take It Easy – The Eagles

Well I'm a standin' on a corner in Winslow, Arizona

Such a fine sight to see

It's a girl, my lord, in a flatbed

Ford slowin' down to take a look at me

Come on baby

Don't say maybe

I gotta know if your sweet love is gonna save me

We may lose and we may win

Though we will never be here again

So open up, I'm climbin' in

Take it easy

26 awesome international songs

A song’s title or lyrics don’t need to explicitly mention a specific place; sometimes it's the artist, the melody, the language, or simply the emotion of the song that ties it in our memories to a place we love.

Whether it’s the sultry sounds of Gotan Project’s Amor Porteno taking us back to a tango club in Buenos Aires, or the ethereal sounds of Hoppípolla from Sigur Rós transporting us to the otherworldly landscapes of Iceland, these international songs make us think of the places they are from or written about.

Listen when:  you're on your cheap flight to Iceland, or packing for your trip to Seoul, or strolling the streets of Paris, or driving the backroads of Scotland, or...

57. The Last – Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra

58. let the music play – shamur, 59. la vie en rose – edith piaf, 60. gangnam style – psy.

61. Immigrant Song – Led Zeppelin

62. money (that's what i want) – cheryl k, 63. royals – lorde, 64. rewrite – asian kung fu generation, 65. redemption song – bob marley, 66. dreams – the cranberries, 67. little busters – the pillows, 68. jai ho – a.r. rahman.

69. Counting Stars – Nujabes

70. i’m gonna be (500 miles) – the proclaimers, 71. sni bong – dengue fever, 72. jungle drum – emiliana torrini.

73. On and On – VIXX

74. beds are burning – midnight oil, 75. amor porteño – gotan project, 76. dui bu qi – transition, 77. sirocco – ulrich schnauss and jonas munk, 78. mi gente – j balvin.

79. Hoppípolla – Sigur Rós

80. somewhere over the rainbow – israel kamakawiwoʻole, 81. land down under – men at work, 82. guantanamera – celia cruz.

‍ 18 great songs about travel and wanderlust

Finally, the last songs on the list are those that inspire us to get out and see the world, that commiserate with those us of suffering from the travel bug, and that celebrate the beauty of a life less ordinary.

Listen when: you're suffering from an acute case of wanderlust or dreaming of your next great adventure.

83. Born to be Wild – Steppenwolf

Get your motor runnin'

Head out on the highway

Lookin' for adventure

And whatever comes our way

Yeah Darlin' go make it happen

Take the world in a love embrace

Fire all of your guns at once

And explode into space

84. Roam – The B52s

Roam if you want to

Roam around the world

Without wings, without wheels

Without anything but the love we feel

85. I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For – U2

I have climbed the highest mountains

I have run through the fields

Only to be with you

I have run, I have crawled

I have scaled these city walls

These city walls

But I still haven't found

What I'm looking for

86. Come Fly with Me – Frank Sinatra

Come fly with me, we'll fly, we'll fly away

If you can use some exotic booze

There's a bar in far Bombay

Come on fly with me, we'll fly, we'll fly away

87. On the Road Again – Willie Nelson

On the road again

Goin' places that I've never been

Seein' things that I may never see again

And I can't wait to get on the road again

88. Road to Nowhere – Talking Heads

We're on a road to nowhere

Come on inside

Taking that ride to nowhere

We'll take that ride

I'm feeling okay this morning

And you know

We're on the road to paradise

Here we go, here we go

89. Life is a Highway – Tom Cochran

Life's like a road that you travel on

When there's one day here and the next day gone

Sometimes you bend, sometimes you stand

Sometimes you turn your back to the wind

There's a world outside every darkened door

Where blues won't haunt you anymore

Where the brave are free and lovers soar

Come ride with me to the distant shore

We won't hesitate, break down the garden gate

There's not much time left today

90. When I’m Gone (Cups Song) – Anna Kendrick

I’ve got my ticket for the long way ‘round

The one with the prettiest of views

It’s got mountains, it’s got rivers, it’s got sights to give you shivers

But it sure would be prettier with you

When I’m gone

You’re gonna miss me when I’m gone

You’re gonna miss me by my walk

You’re gonna miss me by my talk, oh

91. Born to Run – Bruce Springsteen

Someday girl I don't know when

We're gonna get to that place

Where we really wanna go

And we'll walk in the sun

But till then tramps like us

Baby we were born to run

92. Send Me On My Way – Rusted Root

Well, I would like to hold my little hand

And we will run, we will, we will crawl, we will

I would like to hold my little hand

And we will run, we will, we will crawl

Send me on my way (on my way)

93. Margaritaville – Jimmy Buffett

I blew out my flip flop

Stepped on a pop top

Cut my heel had to cruise on back home

But there's booze in the blender

And soon it will render

That frozen concoction that helps me hang on

Wastin' away again in Margaritaville

Searchin' for my lost shaker of salt

Some people claim that there's a woman to blame

But I know it's my own damn fault

94. Moon River – Audrey Hepburn

Two drifters, off to see the world

There's such a lot of world to see

We're after the same rainbow's end, waitin' 'round the bend

My huckleberry friend, moon river, and me

95. Leaving on a Jet Plane – Peter Paul, and Mary

My bags are packed

I'm ready to go

I'm standing here outside your door

I hate to wake you up to say goodbye

But the dawn is breakin'

It's early morn

The taxi's waitin'

He's blowin' his horn

Already I'm so lonesome

I could cry

So kiss me and smile for me

Tell me that you'll wait for me

Hold me like you'll never let me go

I'm leavin' on a jet plane

I Don't know when I'll be back again

Oh, babe, I hate to go

96. The Passenger – Iggy Pop

I am a passenger

And I ride and I ride

I ride through the city's backside

I see the stars come out of the sky

Yeah, they're bright in a hollow sky

You know it looks so good tonight

I stay under glass

I look through my window so bright

I see the stars come out tonight

I see the bright and hollow sky

Over the city's ripped-back sky

And everything looks good tonight

97. Vacation – The Go-Go's

All I ever wanted

Had to get away

Meant to be spent alone

98. Homeward Bound – Simon & Garfunkel

Every day's an endless stream

Of cigarettes and magazines

And each town looks the same to me, the movies and the factories

And every stranger's face I see reminds me that I long to be

Homeward bound

I wish I was

Home where my thought's escaping

Home where my music's playing

Home where my love lies waiting

Silently for me

99. No Roots – Alice Merton

I like standing still, but that's just a wishful plan

Ask me where I come from, I'll say a different land

But I've got memories and travel like gypsies in the night

I count gates and numbers, then play the guessing game

It's just the place that changes, the rest is still the same

And a thousand times I've seen this road

A thousand times

I've got no roots, but my home was never on the ground

100. Fly Away – Lenny Kravitz

I want to get away

I want to fly away

Yeah, yeah, yeah ‍

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Katie is Going's Director of Content Marketing. She has been to 30+ countries, prefers markets to museums, hates cucumbers, and dreams of one day living in a small cabin by the sea in Iceland. Originally from Detroit, she lived in Seattle and Chicago before settling in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband and their two cats.

Published July 18, 2023

Last updated December 28, 2023

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93 Best Songs About Travel and Adventure for Your Playlist

Looking for great songs for your next trip? Well, you’re in the right place! I’ve put together 93 of the BEST adventure songs for the ultimate wanderlust playlist! Be sure to add them to your travel playlist before you leave so you don’t run into trouble with Internet connections.

When you get out on the open road, there’s nothing quite like turning up the music and listening to the perfect song to get you excited about your travel plans! Exploring new places, getting out of your comfort zone, meeting new people, basking in the sun — whatever travel adventures you are taking on your next vacation will help keep you young, healthy, and happy!

We are traveling out west to Wyoming, Idaho, Montana, and South Dakota soon! I am beyond excited to be off on our next adventure for 15-days! My road trip playlist has already been keeping me company as I plan and prepare for the trip, but I’ve discovered even more great songs to add before we leave!

Related Article: 30 Reasons Why Traveling Is Important To Your Overall Wellness

Disclaimer : This list of the best adventure songs has been curated by me, thus they represent my taste and preferred style and genres. You will note that the selected songs are primarily clean, traditional songs from mainstream genres. I recognize that there are many other enjoyable songs about travel today that may not have been included in this list.

Best Adventure Songs to Inspire Your Wanderlust

I think travel and music go together just like peanut butter and jelly. A perfect playlist in the background almost always enriches your adventures.

Favorite songs bring back wonderful memories of past travels, as well as inspire a clear and present mindset for your current adventures.

Whether you are riding along country roads or flying across the mid-west on a jet plane — or maybe both — the best travel songs inspire positive vibes and great memories!

These are my all-time favorite travel and adventure songs that bring me great joy on every trip!

• “Welcome to New York” by Taylor Swift
• “Highway Don’t Care” by Tim McGraw and Taylor Swift
• “Surfin’ USA” by The Beach Boys
• “California Girls” by Katy Perry ft. Snoop Dogg
• “Havana” by Camila Cabello
• “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere” by Alan Jackson
• “Proud Mary” by Tina Turner
• “Kokomo” by The Beach Boys
• “Escape (The Pina Colada Song)” by Rupert Holmes
• “Cruise” by Florida Georgia Line
• “Dirt Road Anthem” by Jason Aldean
• “Blowin’ Smoke” by Kacey Musgrave
• “On The Road Again” by Willie Nelson
• “My Church” by Maren Morris
• “I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)” by The Proclaimers
• “I Know Where I’m Going” by The Judds

Travel and Adventure Songs from Country Artists

Country music is generally my preferred genre of music. But when I travel, I enjoy a variety of music genres because of the upbeat tempo of many of the songs.

These are some of my favorite adventure songs from country music that I have on my playlist. They take me back to many times in my life when I traveled with loved ones and they are a breath of fresh air that bring back wonderful memories.

• “Soak Up The Sun” by Sheryl Crow
• “Leaving On A Jet Plane” by John Denver
• “Life Is A Highway” by Rascal Flats
• “I’ve Been Everywhere Man” by Johnny Cash
• “On The Road Again” by Willy Nelson
• “Ramblin’ Man” by The Allman Brothers
• “Drunk on a Plane” by Dierks Bentley
• “Somewhere on a Beach” by Dierks Bentley
• “Highway Vagabond” by Miranda Lambert
• “I’m a Ramblin’ Man” by Waylon Jennings
• “Take Me Home, Country Roads” by John Denver
• “Jackson” by Johnny Cash and June Carter

Best Songs for Beach Vacations

I’ve spent my entire life going on vacations to the beach. We live about 3 hours from Ocean City, Maryland so that has always been our vacation spot every summer. And since we are a family of teachers, it worked out especially well during our summer break.

The Beach Boys songs went on every vacation with us for years, so today their songs bring me great joy! I have such wonderful memories! Plus, who doesn’t have a little summer love story that comes to mind when you listen to some of these songs?

I’ve also discovered some new favorites, too. When I listen to these songs, they magically take me back to the beach where I am carefree and happy. Where I am making great memories with family and friends over the years.

I hope these summertime beach adventure (and love:) songs bring great joy to your heart and mind.

• “Toes” by Zack Brown Band
• “Surfin’ Safari” by The Beach Boys
• “When The Sun Goes Down” by Kenny Chesney and Uncle Kracker
• “Pontoon” by Little Big Town
• “Summertime” by Will Smith & DJ Jazzy Jeff
• “Yellow Submarine” by The Beatles
• “California Dreamin’ ” by The Beach Boys
• “No Shoes, No Shirt, No Problems” by Kenny Chesney
• “All Summer Long” by Kid Rock
• “Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini” by Brian Hyland
• “Under the Boardwalk” by The Drifters
• “Summer Nights” by Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta
• “Surf City” by Jan & Dean
• “Beachin’ ” by Jake Owen
• “Summertime” by Kenny Chesney

Relaxing Adventure & Travel Songs

Sometimes when we are traveling, we just want to sit with our music, our favorite people, and relax. These are some of the best songs for that. Enjoy those moments!

• “Margaritaville” by Jimmy Buffett
• “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” by Ava Cassidy
• “Come Away With” Me by Norah Jones
• “Leaving On A Jet Plane” by Chantal Kreviazuk
• “New York State Of Mind” by Billie Joel
• “Homeward Bound” by Simon & Garfunkel
• “Orinoco Flow” by Enya
• “Road Trippin'” by the Red Hot Chili Peppers
• “New York State of Mind” by Billy Joel
• “Fast Car” by Tracy Chapman
• “Free” by Donavon Frankenreiter
• “Hotel California” by Eagles
• “Africa” by Toto

Favorite Rock Songs About Travel

These rock songs are all pretty amazing. My husband is going to especially love these songs on our vacation playlist.

I know and love almost all of these songs from my youth, and I find it very interesting that they have common themes that reflect the times several decades ago. The world was free and wild back then — people hitchhiked across the United States with no worries — and these songs reflect that freedom.

Let these songs take you back to a more simple, yet wild and free time!

• “Born To Be Wild” by Steppenwolf
• “Born to Run” by Bruce Springsteen
• “Travelin’ Man” by Lynyrd Skynyrd
• “Sweet Home Alabama” by Lynard Skynard
• “A Horse with No Name” by America
• “Go Your Own Way” by Fleetwood Mac
• “Like a Rolling Stone” by Bob Dylan
• “Life is a Highway” by Tom Cochrane

Best Classic Songs About Adventure and Travel

No list of songs is ever going to satisfy everyone simple because we each have our own opinions and preferences. But there are classic songs about adventure and travel that seem to make every list — just because everyone knows and loves them.

Each of these songs is on this list for a different reason. Sometimes the lyrics are meaningful and remind us of a great adventure on the open road. Sometimes the music is upbeat or inspiring and makes us excited about our adventure. Sometimes it’s just a happy beat that gets our toes tapping and puts a smile our faces.

Some of these songs go back decades but they are ingrained in our minds and inspire our wanderlust dreams. Who could put together a playlist of the best adventure songs without these classics?

• “I Left My Heart In San Francisco” by Tony Bennet
• “Midnight Train To Georgia” by Gladys Knight And The Pips
• “Island in the Sun” by Weezer
• “Coming To America” by Neil Diamond
• “California Dreamin’ ” by The Mamas And The Papas
• “Travelin’ Man” by Ricky Nelson
• “Come Fly With Me” by Frank Sinatra
• “What a Wonderful World” by Louis Armstrong
• “New York, New York” by Frank Sinatra
• “Send Me On My Way” by Rusted Root
• “Carry on Wayward Son” by Kansas
• “Sittin’ On the Dock of the Bay” by Otis Redding
• “Leaving On a Jet Plane” by Peter, Paul, and Mary
• “Wayfaring Strangers” by Johnny Cash
• “American” by Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel

Contemporary Songs About Travel

I honestly don’t know too many of these songs, but I noticed they were frequently found on other lists of best adventure songs. I listened to them and didn’t find anything offensive, so I included them on my list since they are obviously popular songs and inspire new adventures and fun!

•   “Galway Girl” by Ed Sheeran
•  “A Thousand Miles” by Vanessa Carlton
• “Shut Up and Drive” by Rihanna
• “On Top of The World” by Imagine Dragons
• “Around the World” by Daft Punk
• “All I Want” by Joni Mitchell
• “Take Me Home” by Phil Collins
• “My Traveling Star” by James Taylor

Best Travel Songs for Reels and TikTok

These are some super fun songs to use for your vacation and travel videos! They are staples on Reels and TikTok, so when you are putting together a little music video of your vacation to share on social media, consider one of these great songs.

Or, you can even consider one of the songs in the above — any of them would be a great song to go with your short-form, vertical video! A classic song that everyone knows is always a good choice, too.

• “Magic in the Hamptons” by Social House
•  “Vacation” by The Dirty Heads
• “Sunny Day” by Ted Fresco
• “Explore the World” by Brainheart
• “Dancing in the Streets of Barcelona” by Ed Sheeran

Final Thoughts: Best Adventure Songs for your Playlist

I have thoroughly enjoyed curating this list of best adventure songs for all of us! I can hardly wait to add new songs to my travel and adventure playlist in preparation for my national parks vacation out west.

While researching songs for this article, if I didn’t already know a song, I asked Alexa to play it for me to determine if it would make the cut or not. There are more travel songs out there than I ever imagined! And I didn’t realize how many travel and adventure songs were also about LOVE:)

Did you know that traveling and adventure are beneficial to your overall wellness? That’s why I include articles about adventure on my website about personal growth and wellness:) Traveling actually helps you live a happier, healthier, and longer life! So while you’re singing your way through your adventures, you might want to check out these other articles about travel and adventure:

• 5 Secrets to Help You Plan an Adventure Vacation
• Adventure Quotes to Inspire Your Youthful Spirit
• 19 Awesome Adventurous Bucket List Ideas to do in America
• 5 Cool Things To Do on a Weekend in Charleston, SC
• Family Fun in Nashville – Over 50 Things to Do in 2021!

Have fun in all of your travels and adventures ! Meet new people… see new places… learn new things…all while relaxing with your favorite travel and adventure songs!

Love to ALL! ~ Susan

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Susan Ballinger is an award-winning educator, author, speaker, PTSD survivor, and advocate for ALL who has always been passionate about supporting and inspiring others in their personal growth. In her retirement years, she became the primary caregiver of her aging parents and developed an extensive knowledge-base about the elderly. You can learn more about Susan's professional work and compassionate nature by exploring her ABOUT page and connecting through her social media platforms.

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80 Best Songs About Traveling: The Ultimate Travel Playlist?

Music can put you in the mood for many things, and one of those is travel! This list of the best songs about traveling will inspire you to hit the road and take the path less traveled!

Travel Songs

There’s something about travel that just begs for a good song. Maybe it’s the excitement of new places and experiences, or the nostalgia for past trips. Whatever the reason, there are plenty of great songs out there about travel.

A fantastic song about travel can make you feel like you’re already on your way to your next adventure. It can also be the perfect way to reminisce about a past trip. And, of course, a good travel song is the perfect addition to any road trip playlist.

On our last road trip around the Mani Peninsula of Greece , we collected some of our favourite songs to play along the way! 

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Best Road Trips Songs

Why not put together the ultimate travel playlist to either inspire you to travel or to play while you're out on the road? Here's over 80 of our favorite songs about travel:

1. “Sweet Home Alabama” by Lynyrd Skynyrd

The song “Sweet Home Alabama” is about the band's hometown of Muscle Shoals, Alabama. The opening line “Big wheels keep on turnin'” definitely makes us think of long road trips!

2. “On the Road Again” by Willie Nelson

This song captures the essence of living life on the road, and is an ode to the open road and the nomadic life of a touring musician. It’s been covered by many artists over the years, but we love the original version by Willie Nelson.

3. “Life on the Road” by Mumford & Sons Song

This song, from Mumford & Sons' album “Wilder Mind”, is a beautiful and nostalgic look at life traveling on the road. It's definitely one of our all-time favorites for road trips!

4. “Take the Long Way Home” by Supertramp Song

The song talks about the scenic route and enjoying the journey. It's a great one for road trips!

5. “Drivin' My Life Away” by Eddie Rabbit

This song is a classic driving anthem about being on the road and longing for home.

6. “I've Been Everywhere” by Johnny Cash

This music is a country classic that lists all the places in the United States that Johnny Cash has been. It's a fun and adventurous tune that will have you dreaming of new destinations !

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7. “On Top of the World” by Imagine Dragons Song

This upbeat, positive song is an ideal pick for your travel playlist. It's about dreaming big and going out into the world to get what you want.

8. “City of New Orleans” by Arlo Guthrie Song

This folk song by Arlo Guthrie is a nostalgic look back at train travel in America in the 1970s. It's an upbeat, heartwarming tune that will have you dreaming about your own train adventures.

9. “I'm Outta Here” by Shania Twain Song

This song is all about the excitement of hitting the road and heading out on an adventure. It's a great travel anthem no matter where you're going!

10. “Route 66” by Nat King Cole Song

This classic song by Nat King Cole is all about the iconic American road trip. It's a fun and easy-going tune that will put you in the mood for your own adventure.

11. “The Wanderer” by Dion Song

It tells the story of the nomadic life of a traveler. It's an energetic and upbeat tune that celebrates the freedom of just going where the road takes you.

13. “Fast Car” by Tracy Chapman

This powerful ballad is all about the struggle to break free from the circumstances that hold you down, and it perfectly encapsulates the spirit of travel. Whether you’re a first-time traveler or an experienced adventurer, this song will speak to your soul.

14. “The Times They Are A-Changin'” by Bob Dylan

The classic song by Bob Dylan is all about social change, but it also perfectly captures the feeling of wanderlust. It's a great pick for anyone who's looking to explore the world and see something new.

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15. “Don't Stop Believin'” by Journey

This iconic song by the rock band Journey is all about following your dreams and never giving up. It's a great pick for those times when you need a little extra motivation to keep moving forward. Whether you're on a road trip or just trying to stick with your travel plans , this song will inspire you to keep going.

16. “I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)” by The Proclaimers

This catchy, upbeat song is all about the freedom and excitement of traveling on your own terms. It's a great pick for anyone who's embarking on a solo adventure or just looking for some inspiration to get out there and explore the world. No matter where you're going, this song will make you want to keep moving forward.

17. “Road to Nowhere” by Talking Heads Song

A song about the uncertainty of travel and how you never really know what's around the corner. It's a powerful, introspective ballad that will make you think deeply about your adventures. If you're looking for something that will challenge you and give you a new perspective on travel, this is a perfect choice.

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18. “The Weight” by The Band Song

This song is all about the burdens we carry with us on our travels. It's a reflective and introspective tune that will make you think about the things you're carrying with you, both physically and emotionally. If you're looking for a song that will help you process your own travel experiences, this is a great choice.

19. “Leaving on a Jet Plane” by John Denver

This classic song by John Denver is all about the heartbreak of leaving home and heading out into the world. It perfectly captures that bittersweet feeling of travel, when you know that things will never be quite the same once you leave.

20. “Midnight Train to Georgia” by Gladys Knight and the Pips Song

This iconic song by Gladys Knight and the Pips is all about traveling to a better, brighter future. It's a great anthem for anyone who's chasing their dreams or just looking for something new in life. Whether you're on your way to a new destination or just trying to make sense of your journey, this song will give you the inspiration and motivation you need to keep moving forward.

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21. “Ramblin' Man” by The Allman Brothers Band

This song is all about the joys and challenges of the nomadic life. It's a great pick for anyone who's feeling restless and looking to hit the open road. If you're looking for a song that will make you want to jump in your car and start driving, this is the perfect choice.

22. “Viva Las Vegas” by Elvis Presley

This classic song by Elvis Presley is all about the excitement and energy of Sin City. It's a great pick for anyone who's looking to let loose and have a good time. Whether you're headed to Vegas for a weekend or just looking for a little bit of escapism, this song will give you the perfect soundtrack.

23. “One Night in Bangkok” by Murray Head

The song talks about the exotic appeal of Bangkok . It's a great pick for anyone who's looking to experience something new and exciting. If you're headed to Thailand or just dreaming of far-off destinations, this song will take you there.

24. “I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For” by U2

This classic song by U2 is all about the search for meaning and purpose in life. It's a great pick for anyone who's feeling lost or just looking for something more. Whether you're on a journey of self-discovery or just trying to find your place in the world, this song will resonate with you.

25. “Wherever I May Roam” by Metallica

This song is all about the freedom and flexibility of the nomadic lifestyle. It's a great pick for anyone who's feeling restless and looking to hit the open road. If you're looking for a song that will make you want to jump in your car and start driving, this is the perfect choice.

26. “Wherever You Will Go” by The Calling

This song is all about the feeling of being lost and alone while traveling. It's a beautiful and introspective ballad that will resonate with anyone who's ever felt lost while on the road. If you're looking for a song that will help you process your own travel experiences, this is a great choice.

27. “Road Trippin’ ” by Red Hot Chili Peppers

This upbeat, carefree tune is all about the joys of road tripping. It's a great pick for anyone who's hitting the road and looking for something that will put them in a good mood. No matter where your travels take you, this song will give you the energy and spirit to keep going.

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28. “Wagon Wheel” by Old Crow Medicine Show

This infectiously catchy folk-rock song is all about the thrill of adventure and seeing new places. It's a great pick for anyone who's looking to travel and explore, whether it's their first time or their hundredth. This song will pump you up and get you ready for anything that comes your way.

29. “The Wanderer” by Dion

This song is all about the feeling of being lost and alone while traveling. It's a reflective and introspective tune that will resonate with anyone who's ever felt lost while on the road. If you're looking for a song that will help you process your own travel experiences, this is a great choice.

30. “Don't Worry, Be Happy” by Bobby McFerrin

This upbeat, cheerful and fun song is all about being content and happy with where you are in life. It's a great pick for anyone who's on the road or just starting a new journey in life. No matter where your travels take you, this song will help you keep a positive attitude and just enjoy the ride.

31. “Easy” by Lionel Richie / Faith No More

This pop ballad is all about the feeling of being on the road and embracing all of the surprises that come along with it. It's a great pick for anyone who's looking to travel and explore, whether it's their first time or their hundredth. This song will help you keep a positive attitude and just enjoy the ride.

32. “Dreamers of the Shore” by Volcan Peaks

This hauntingly beautiful tune is all about the feeling of being on the road and facing your fears. It's a powerful ballad that will resonate with anyone who's ever set foot on a plane, train or automobile to look for something new. If you're looking for something that will help you process any travel-related fears, this song is a great choice.

33. “Somewhere Only We Know” by Keane

The song, Somewhere Only We Know, is a piece of nostalgia. The lyrics circle around about something, someone, and somewhere he used to love. It is about finding and travelling back to the feelings he used to feel, activities he used to do, and the people and places he used to see. At the same time, this song will unfold a new emotion of how past look like and how it can change drastically that will make you reflect the temporariness in this world.

34. “The Longest Road” by Morgan Page feat. Lissie

This upbeat music will boost your excitement while travelling. This song will talk about the journey of life, and how it can affect you life. It is about enjoying, trying new things, create bonds, build memories, and making mistakes. This will make you feel the urge of always chasing things in order to live and create a meaningful life out of it.

35. “I Travel” by Simple Minds

This song is all about the feeling of homesickness while traveling. It's a beautiful and introspective ballad that will resonate with anyone who's ever left their home behind to travel. Whether you're far from home or just missing your loved ones, this song is slightly melancholic but nice.

36. “Home” by Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros

In travelling, this song will comfort you as it will present the feeling of missing home while living in a different environment. It will likewise bring you motivation with the gratefulness of being in a new place. It will ignite different emotions, specifically the feeling of attachment, nearly love to someone, some place, or a moment that will keep you moving.

37. “Running to Stand Still” by U2

This song is all about the feeling of being on the road and facing your fears. It's a powerful ballad that will resonate with anyone who's ever set foot on a plane, train or automobile to look for something new. If you're looking for something that will help you process any travel-related fears, this song is a great choice.

38. “The Road to Reno” by Guy Clark

This sad country tune is all about the feeling of traveling on the road with no end in sight. It's a powerful ballad that will resonate with anyone who's ever left their home behind for an open-ended journey.

39. “Kokomo” by The Beach Boys

This fun and upbeat song is all about the feeling of being on a tropical island, far away from your troubles. It's a great pick for anyone who's looking to travel to a new and exotic location. Whether you're planning a trip or just dreaming of one, this song will help you relax and escape the everyday grind.

40. “California Dreaming” by The Mamas & The Papas

This song is all about the feeling of longing for home while you're on the road. It's a beautiful and introspective ballad that will resonate with anyone who's ever left their home behind to travel. Whether you're far from home or just missing your loved ones, this song will make you feel right at ease.

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41. “Somewhere over the Rainbow” by Israel Kamakawiwo'ole

This beautiful and haunting song is all about the feeling of longing for home while you're on the road. It's a great pick for anyone who's ever left their home behind to travel, whether they're far from home or just missing their loved ones.

42. “Adventure of a Lifetime” by Coldplay

This fun and groovy dance song is about feeling the emotions of being alive, again. This disco inspired music will motivate you to always carry on in life because it is an adventure, there's trouble and joy in it. This song will awaken us to the energy of life while travelling and to not lose it, hence the adventure of a lifetime.

43. “Paris” by The Chainsmokers

This electronic dance music is about finding independence with the ones you love and to live with. Paris is what the couple's trying to go and live the life they wanted away from the obstructions of their family, environmental trauma, and anxiety. Even though this song is about searching for the fantasy they wanted to live, this song gives people to motivation to dream, work on that dream and to make it come true, whether it's travelling or not.

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44. “Sleep on the Floor” by The Lumineers

This feel good music with its country tune and calming arrangement is about travelling away to the big bustling cities and making the most out of that impulsive decision even you're feeling out from you comfort zone. It will give you courage that in the journey of life, there's always the presence of troubles and unavoidable circumstances that you can overcome as long as you have someone with you.

45. “Heading Home” by Gryffin feat. Josef Salvat

Heading Home, an electronic dance music is a feel good music talking about the feeling of always longing to feel the comfort of a home. It will make you feel the known feeling of a traveller, being a lost person, yet pushes you to always move forward and enjoy the things life has thrown at you.

46. “Havana” by Camila Cabello

Havana is a song paying tribute to the artist's home country, Cuba. This dance music gives you the vibes of their culture, warmth, and love to their place. This song is associated to a love of a country by praising its beauty, romanticizing the relationships you can build, and treasuring the moments of travelling.

47. “Autumn Dawn” by Volcan Peaks

This music will serenade your ears while travelling a long road as bring comfort and calmness with the lyrics and its tune. Even though this song will give you comfort, the lyrics much more emphasize the feeling during a separation. This will bring enough sadness to the listeners to realize the growth you will encounter separating from a place, person, and moment among others.

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48. “Take Me Back To London ” by Ed Sheeran

This upbeat music is a vibe starter when travelling. It's about reminiscing a place where they grow up and travelling back to those moments through sharing their different stories. It's about realizing that a person can move forward in life and still be the person dreaming of what they have become.

49. “Travel Song” by Teleman

Travel Song, a feel good music, is a comforting music to hear when driving towards a destination. This song is about affection and risk, drawing matches between a widespread fire and a destined relationship. The music reflects the tone of the verses, as well — an incredible, irresistible harmony among poppy and fun-loving sentimentalism and serious, sobering acknowledgements

50. “Beach Bonfire” by Sandro

This comforting song is good lullaby during downtime or hours for siesta. From the title itself, it's about igniting your travel with beach bonfire and find comfort with it while enjoying the sea breeze and the sound of the waves. This song freezes a moment as it's very calm, and can make you realize and internalize the events during a trip.

51. “Stargazing” by Kygo feat. Justin Jesso

This is a hopeful song to everyone who's thinking they cannot get through something. The song is best for travelling especially when you're burn out or unmotivated to do such, it will give you courage to look forward of what's gonna happen. This was intentionally about the artist's ex-girlfriend finding her way to fix their relationship, but at the same time knowing that it will be okay otherwise, since there's always hope when you look up to the sky and see stars keep blazing.

52. “I’m like a Bird” by Nelly Furtado

This fun beat music will bring your feet on the move. The song talks about the freedom of a human as a bird has, but at the same time recognizing the impermanence of the abilities a human can do with that freedom. It's a good music during a trip on a summer knowing you're free from hectic schedule and heavy responsibilities.

53. “Anywhere” by Passenger

Passenger never really disappoint, especially with this song, giving us the feel good vibe when hitting off the road. It's about devotion, love, and commitment to someone when travelling, believing that it will always be remarkable as long it's with that significant other. Anywhere talks about a destination that can fulfill the dream and goal of couples driven by the want to travel and escape.

54. “Fly Away ” by Lenny Kravitz

This rock music will bring to a different dimension when travelling. The song purposively gives out a different feeling, yet so relatable as it is about escaping and going to a different place that you wish different from what you are currently living. It's a feel good music for people travelling objectifying their want for escape and adventure.

55. “Africa” by Toto

This song age like fine wine, it's really a very well-created piece of music, with driving drum circles, layered harmonies, and an anthemic tune. The comforting voice of the singer really gives you a good film moment while travelling. Not only that it pays tribute to the beauty of Africa , it will definitely give you the feeling of warmth and ease when travelling.

56. “Good Life” by One Republic

This upbeat song is best when you're travelling for your self's improvement. It's tied in with discarding your burdens and stresses and having a decent life, since you can as it centers around being the individual you need to be and not what others believe you should be. This tune truly radiates a great deal of sentiments, yet it's elevating and brings a peculiar inclination to the listeners.

57. “Wanderlust ” by Frank Turner

This country feel music will make you feel the moment while travelling. The song portrays one of Frank's heartfelt limbo, it puts to differentiate the reasonable and satisfying relationship he has with this young lady with his ceaseless desire for tour and travelling. With this song, you will feel motivated on the decisions you will be encountering regarding travels and tours.

58. “Ocean” by Martin Garrix feat Khalid

This calming, downtempo dance track highlights instrumentation by Dutch DJ Martin Garrix and vocals by American artist Khalid. This electronic dance music mainly talks about the power of love, using the ocean as metaphor that can't break a relationship. This music sets the active mood while travelling, it pumps your heart, break the awkwardness, and develop a strong start on a trip.

59. “Catch & Release” by Matt Simons

This song has an incredibly calming tune in any trip, when it discusses survival strategies through the battles in our lives. This discusses going to where without help from anyone else, yet it isn't forlorn… where someone can act naturally and find solace in self-reflection even in obscurity. This song resonates with every last one of us, the melody having a profound importance with its care meaning.

60. “Traveling On” by Kongos

Traveling On is a calming music that's best when travelling in a non-touristy village. It's a breathtaking song that soothes you blood, bones, and soul. It helps you to remember the little moments while travelling, at the same time makes wanna seize the day.

61. “Dreaming” by Smallpools

The song gets going with a tranquil sound that crescendos into a beat to set the bass of the tune that fits when you listen clearly when travelling. The tune has an exceptionally electronic sound to it, yet the artist's voice is genuine. All through the melody there is a feeling of anxiety and urgency of attempting to make a spot for yourself. The melody for the most part catches the inclination that the world is against you.

62. “These Days” by Foo Fighters

This rock music is best when travelling long serene roads, with its developing style from calm to rock.  The song divulges on the idea that we must live life to the fullest, knowing and acknowledging that it's temporary and it may or will end these days. When going on a trip, we must not forget to always take risks, create memories, and be spontaneous.

63. “Born to Be Wild” by Steppenwolf

Like any travel songs, this rock anthem is made for highways and unplanned trips. This song resonates the drive of motor riders travelling across countries by road, being wild and fun. The song, nonetheless represents to those who think they're born to be wild, being carefree, and worry less.

64. “Send Me On My Way” by Rusted Root

Send Me on My Way is a magical song that motivates you to keep moving forward when travelling with the warmth it expresses, and the soothing feeling it gives. This sets your happy mood when travelling, redefines your vision to the beauty of the traveled places, generates wonderful narratives when interacting with locals of you destinations, and releases your stress.

65. “Perfect Strangers” by Jonas Blue

This dance music will give you the vibe and mood when travelling in summer. It may originally be about two strangers found their charm with one another while travelling, it's nonetheless a summer anthem way back when it was released, with its catchy lyrics, and undeniably good electronic accompaniment.

66. “Let the Sun Shine” by Labrinth

Originally a country song, Let the Sun Shine was produced wonderfully to a hip-hop music, generating a new good travel music.  It's about the new beginnings in our life every day, giving us another time to renew, enjoy, and live. This upbeat music is best when travelling with friends, and strangers as it will connect your thoughts and mood during a trip.

67. “Beautiful Day” by U2

This iconic song is amazing when travelling alone, to be able to reflect that life may take away a lot from you, there will always be joy on what remained. This rock music gives you the vibes and good mood going abroad. This song will make you look for hope and beauty in this world even with its existing nightmares.

68. “Take Me Home, Country Roads” by John Denver

This timeless song really resonates with the ones always travelling and always on the hope to be home as soon as possible. This may be a song about home-sickness, the tune will always be remembered and used while travelling long roads. The undeniably good rhythm and its meaningful lyrics will always have a special place in all traveller's heart.

69. “Heart Of Gold” by Neil Young

This classic song expresses the longing for love and hope to never give up. This calming music is best when travelling with the car windows down while feeling the wind brushing your skin and listen as it whispers your wind. The soothing voices and mellow rhythm of the song is also good when you're taking a rest after a long day of a trip.

70. “The Sound of Silence” by Simon & Garfunkel

The Sound of Silence may be an empowering song to those oppressed and unprivileged, it likewise encourages people to not be afraid to talk to people especially when travelling alone. This song is the best company when having a down time during a trip, as it recognizes the importance of solo time when overwhelmed, especially during a travel.

71. “With or Without you” by U2

With or Without You, is a song about moving forward that's translated by travellers into a good solo travel song. This rock classic is a good jam of any ages, since it's relatable at some point in life. The sentimental foundation of the song makes it a great song when going for a trip, best played in a radio on a random setting.

72. “Have You Ever Seen The Rain?” by CCR

This timeless country music is about having a beautiful, sunny, and vibrant life and knowing that there will be rainy times as well. This music is a vibe when driving on a countryside moving across borders. It's best when travelling with friends and deciding on spontaneous stops for fun and adventure. It is an anthem for a road trip.

73. “Linger” by The Cranberries

The love song turned to a travel anthem is about the things you do when in love. This classic song has become the anthem of most travellers crossing borders and going out their comfort zone. With the soothing voice and beautifully arranged dynamics, makes this song a remarkable to any ages when going for a trip.

74. “Days of Silence” by Las Lunas

This calm music is great way to feed your ears with ease and help your mind find sanity when travelling. The beautifully written lyrics and its soothing tune will bring you peace of mind. When travelling, it's best to listen it at night, to wrap up the day with good music and deep reflection of the trip.

75. “I'm Thinking About You” by Windshield

I'm Thinking About You is a great song when unwinding, just sitting on your rented cabin, chilling with the sound of nature, and live on your thoughts. It's best when camping with friends or any of your love ones, as it will unleash your authenticity as your principle for love. This song will bring you to your thoughts that can help you generate reflections throughout.

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76. “Like Stone” by Daniel Gunnarson

This acoustic song will bring you a smile when travelling as it will set your positive mood when travelling. The calming arrangement of the song soothes your soul and washes all you stress and worries. This will ignite you drive on documenting the trip to freeze the moments and treasure it with all you heart.

77. “Feel your Blue Sky” by Bothnia

The song may start melancholic, the song delivers a powerful message of courage. This song is calming and comforting to the heart, and best when travelling to an isolated island or listened with radios on long quiet road. The song is best company for couple or solo travellers, as it will give you sanity and ease.

78. “Cornelia” by The Eastern Plain

This angelic song is best when you're travelling for peace and sanity. This song will bring you in a different beautiful dimension, and reframes your vision to the positive thoughts when travelling. The song is great when going to high altitudes and look down to the beautiful scenery of the city.

79. “A Thousand Miles” by Vanessa Carlton

Some of the riffs for this hit song were written when Vanessa Carlton was just 17 years old. First released in 2002, the music video sees Vanessa being driven on a cross country road trip in America playing a piano.

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80. “Roam” by The B-52's

I've added this thanks to a reader's comment! The unmistaken style of the B-53's hits you from the opening, and the up-beat catchy chorus and melody quickly puts you in a happy place – no matter where you are in the world!

Roam if you want to Roam around the world Roam if you want to Without anything but the love we feel

Did the B-52's ever get the lasting recognition they fully deserve? Probably not, which is a real shame. Check it out on YouTube here: Roam

What makes a good travel song?

We think a good travel song should either inspire wanderlust or evoke memories of past trips . It should also have a catchy melody that will stay in your head long after the journey is over!

Why do people love songs about travel so much?

Songs about travel have a way of capturing the excitement, adventure , and sense of possibility that comes with hitting the open road. They can also be incredibly nostalgic, reminding us of past trips and all the places we’ve been.

How to make a perfect traveling playlist ?

To make the perfect traveling playlist, start by thinking about what kinds of travel experiences you want to evoke. Do you want a playlist that will get you pumped up for your next big adventure? Or one that will soothe homesick feelings and help you relax while on the road?

You might also consider choosing songs with lyrics that reflect your own feelings about travel, whether it’s excitement at the unknown or a sense of longing for home.

Once you have your ideas in place, put together a playlist that incorporates a variety of different artists and genres to keep things interesting! And don’t forget to pack your headphones so you can enjoy your songs in style on your next trip .

Tips for using music to enhance your travel experience :

1. Take some time to think about the kind of experiences you want to have while traveling, and then create a playlist that will help you get in the right mindset.

2. Consider choosing music with lyrics that reflect your own feelings about travel, whether it’s excitement at the unknown or a sense of longing for home.

3. Prioritize listening to your playlist while on the road, whether you’re driving or flying. This can help you get in the right mindset for your trip and make it more enjoyable.

4. Don’t forget to pack a good set of earbuds so you can enjoy your music in style at any time during your travels.

5. Most importantly, have fun and enjoy the journey! Music can play a big role in making any trip more memorable and enjoyable.

Related: Songs about bicycles

Travel Songs Playlist Final thoughts

Travel and music go together like peanut butter and jelly. Whether you're hitting the open road on an epic road trip or jetting off to a new and exotic destination, music can help set the mood and enhance your travel experience.

If you're looking for some great songs about travel, we recommend checking out tracks by Guy Clark, The Beach Boys, and The Mamas & the Papas. And don't forget to pack your headphones so you can enjoy your music in style on your next trip!

What's are your best road trip songs? What do you consider to be the ultimate travel song? Let us know in the comments below!

5 thoughts on “80 Best Songs About Traveling: The Ultimate Travel Playlist?”

After a year on the road, these suggestions, and the songs they brought to mind, has expanded my traveling playlist from a few dozen to more than a hundred. Thanks a million, Dave!

Shocked not to see Roam by the B52’s?!

So am I! I’ll try to add it in over the next week or so!

Another great tune that I have never seen on any “Travel Song” list is “Born to Wander” by the Rare Earth on their 1970 album “Ecology”.

The members of Lynyrd Skynyrd did not grow up in muscle shoals Alabama. They grew up in Jacksonville, Florida.

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65 Songs About Travel & Adventure For The Ultimate Wanderlust Playlist

Add these songs to your travel playlist to fuel your wanderlust..

By Izzy Casey — Last updated on Jun 28, 2023

There's nothing better than having music in your life that encompasses what you are doing or how you are feeling. And what better time to have music explain your feelings than on vacation?

Whether you're looking for the perfect songs to accompany your travel videos or are putting together a playlist for your vacation, these songs about traveling will fuel your wanderlust and set the tone for adventure.

65 Best Songs About Wanderlust, Travel & Adventure

1. "go your own way" by fleetwood mac.

If you haven't heard this song before, it will likely become your favorite travel song. It's one of those travel songs that's infused with the best travel tips: go your own way.

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2. "Leaving On A Jet Plane" by Peter, Paul, and Mary

You can listen to music while traveling by downloading songs to your phone. If you're traveling by plane, this song will definitely set the mood for you. John Denver also has a popular recording of it.

3. "On The Road Again" by Willie Nelson

This song is absolutely perfect for road trips . Pump up the music and sing along with your friends.

4. "Come Sail Away" by Styx

You don't have to be literally sailing away for this song to resonate. Sailing away, metaphorically speaking, can represent leaving home to jump into the unknown.

5. "Road To Nowhere" by Talking Heads

This is a great song to rock out to when you're traveling to a new destination for the foreseeable future. When moving, you might have to wrestle with a lot of bittersweet, complex emotions. This song is perfect for coping with those changes.

6. "Midnight Train To Georgia" by Gladys Knight & The Pips

This Grammy Award-winning song is about traveling from L.A. to Georgia on a train that departs at midnight.

7. "Travelin’ Man" by Ricky Nelson

Or a traveling woman, or traveling person, of course. This song is quite literally about traveling, so it will be perfect for any travel-themed playlist.

8. "Homeward Bound" by Simon & Garfunkel

Ever wanted to travel so you could avoid home? This song is about leaving home and constantly being reminded of it.

9. "Send Me On My Way" by Rusted Root

This is a song about moving forward in life — but being happy and hopeful about it.

10. "Life Is A Highway" by Rascal Flatts

"Life Is A Highway" is a metaphor for living life to the fullest and taking big risks.

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11. "Space Oddity" by David Bowie

"Space Oddity" came out the same year that astronauts landed on the moon: 1969.

12. "Fast Car" by Tracy Chapman

If you're driving down the road in a fast car — or even a slow one — this song will be perfect for your travel playlist.

13. "Orinoco Flow" by Enya

In this song, the narrator fantasizes about sailing away and traveling the world.

14. "See The World" by the Kooks

Want to see the world? Turn this song up to the full blast.

15. "Road Trippin'" by the Red Hot Chili Peppers

This song is perfect for your road trip playlist, as it is all about going on a road trip.

16. "Hot Fun in the Summertime" by Sly & The Family Stone

Nothing screams summer vacation like hot fun summertime.

17. "Malibu" by Kim Petras

"Malibu" is such a good vacation song. It's perfect for relaxing and chilling by the beach.

18. "Island in the Sun" by Weezer

"Island in the Sun" is all about sailing away to a fantasy beach. If only escaping your problems could be so easy.

19. "Surfin’ USA" by The Beach Boys

The music was based on “Sweet Little Sixteen” by Chuck Berry. This song covers all of the best surfing locations in the United States.

20. "California Gurls" by Katy Perry ft. Snoop Dogg

California Girls — they're undeniable! If you've ever been — or lived — in California, it might not ring true. But it definitely covers all of the California stereotypes that potential tourists might assume are accurate.

21. "School’s Out" by Alice Cooper

Nothing better than the end of the school year! What's more fun than celebrating the beginning of summer with a little Alice Cooper?

22. "Don’t Worry, Be Happy" by Bob Marley

This carefree song will perfectly put your work-life woes on pause. Close your eyes, take a breath, listen to this song, and enjoy yourself.

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23. "Soak Up The Sun" by Sheryl Crow

Traveling to a sunny place? This song is perfect for listening to by the pool or beach.

24. "Vacation" by The Go-Go's

What better way to celebrate your vacation than with a song that's literally called "Vacation"?

25. "It's Nice To Go Trav'ling" by Frank Sinatra

It's nice to go traveling, don't you think? Rocking out to this song is the best way to enjoy your travels.

26. "Meet the Parents" by Kim Petras

In this song, Kim Petras sings about taking someone to the beach, Paris, Miami, and New York.

27. "Galway Girl" by Ed Sheeran

The song is about a narrator that falls in love with a girl from Galway, Ireland.

28. "New York, I Love You" by LCD Soundsystem

What better way to embrace the Big Apple than with this song? Though it's about contradictions and a love/hate relationship with New York City, it's a reminder for anyone traveling that this city has a lot of heart.

29. "Night in Bangkok" by Murray Head

Bangkok is the capital of Thailand, and this song is great for traveling, as it describes what a literal night in Bangkok looks like.

30. "Free Man In Paris" by Joni Mitchell

Ever been to Paris? Ever been to Paris listening to this song? It's perfect for the first or next time your plane lands there.

31. "Paris, Tokyo" by Lupe Fiasco

Lupe Fiasco said he wrote this song because he loves Paris and Tokyo!

32. "American Boy" by Estelle ft. Kanye West

In this song, one of the narrators asks the other to take her to New York and L.A. And if either of those locations is your destination, you can rock out to this jam on the way there.

33. "Destination Calabria" by Alex Gaudino ft. Crystal Waters

This song is about leaving home without a plan set in stone.

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34. "Havana" by Camila Cabello

Camila Cabello is from Havana, so who better to sing a song about this beautiful city than a native?

35. "Sweet Home Alabama" by Lynyrd Skynyrd

Whether you're visiting Alabama or just love the tune, it's a great song about never forgetting your roots.

36. "A Thousand Miles" by Vanessa Carlton

"A Thousand Miles" is a fun travel song, especially if you're traveling a thousand miles (or more!) away from home.

37. "I’ve Been Everywhere" by Johnny Cash

This song is great if you've been traveling all over the place and is known to inspire wanderlust in anyone who listens.

38. "Everywhere" by Fleetwood Mac

Though "Everywhere" may not be about travel specifically, it conveys the lovely feeling of being anywhere in the world with your love by your side.

39. "Roam" by the B52s

This song invites you to explore the world, wherever you want, whenever.

40. "My Traveling Star" by James Taylor

"My Traveling Star" explores the tension between home and the road.

41. "Come Away With Me" by Norah Jones

This song is all about asking someone to leave with you.

42. "Shut Up and Drive" by Rihanna

Definitely consider adding this to your road trip playlist, especially if the driver talks too much.

43. "The Long Way Around" by The Chicks

Any song by The Chicks will suffice for your road trip blues.

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44. "Route 66" by Nat King Cole

Route 66 is one of the most famous routes in the United States. So if you're planning to drive the entire 2,000-mile stretch, consider adding this one to your wanderlust playlist.

45. "I Left My Heart In San Francisco" by Tony Bennett

This is the perfect song when moving feels more bittersweet than sweet.

46. "Montego Bay" by Amazulu

Montego Bay is Jamaica's third most populous city, and this song is all about relaxing.

47. "Proud Mary" by Tina Turner

Originally performed by Creedence Clearwater Revival, this song is about a steamboat traveling up and down the river. But its deeper meaning has an encouraging message to appreciate the simple things in life outside of bills and work.

48. "On Top of The World" by Imagine Dragons

This song is all about moving forward and letting go of the past . It's an anthem that radiates positivity, and its upbeat energy and empowering message of triumph make it a perfect choice for a road trip or adventure.

49. "I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)" by The Proclaimers

This song is perfect for road trips. It's one of those songs that everyone loves to sing along to in a car.

50. "Runaway" by Kanye West

This song is perfect for any trip, especially if you're traveling to get away from your problems.

51. Bruno Mars TikTok Song

This Bruno Mars remix is a staple for travel TikTokers.

52. TikTok Snapping Song

Transition your travel videos with a snap with this song in the background for a cool effect.

53. "Sunny Day" by Ted Fresco

This upbeat song adds a fun, lighthearted mood to your travel videos or wanderlust playlist.

54. "Vacation" by The Dirty Heads

This has quickly become the ultimate vacation video song thanks to TikTok.

55. "Paradise" by Bazzi

Show everyone a piece of your own paradise with this wanderlust song.

56. "Knee Deep" by The Zac Brown Band ft. Jimmy Buffet

An ultimate vacation goal is what this song represents. The Zac Brown Band and Jimmy Buffet paint a picture of a peaceful oceanfront property and not worrying about anything.

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57. "Empire State of Mind" by Jay-Z ft. Alicia Keys

Anyone going to New York City will be inspired by the glamorous and freeing descriptions of the concrete jungle.

58. "Traveling Alone" by Passenger

The song discusses wanting to travel all over, even if you're alone. So, if you have wanderlust this song is right up your alley.

59. "Down Under" by Men at Work

This classic 80s hit is all about how amazing Australia is. Once you hear it, you'll definitely want to visit the land down under.

60. "Guaranteed" by Eddie Vedder

This song was written for the film "Into The Wild" and won a Golden Globe. Why not add an award-winning hit to your playlist?

61. "Vienna" by Billy Joel

"Vienna" by Billy Joel discusses the importance of slowing down in life and enjoying the moment. It reminds us to take a break and smell the flowers.

62. "Born To Be Wild" by Steppenwolf

If you love riding along the open road, this song is for you. Originally recorded in 1968, it was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

63. "Graceland" by Paul Simon

This recording is a timeless masterpiece that has a vibrant and uplifting musical journey. Its introspective lyrics capture the essence of growth and exploration.

64. "Come Fly With Me" by Frank Sinatra

"Come Fly With Me" was written specifically for Frank Sinatra, and is a romantic song where Sinatra invites listeners to visit exotic places with him, like Peru and Bombay.

65. "Travelin Band" by Creedence Clearwater Revival

This is a high-energy rock and roll classic that captivates listeners with its infectious rhythm and spirited guitar riffs. You have to tap your feet when you hear it!

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Izzy Casey is a freelance writer, former YourTango writer and associate editor, and copy editor who received her MFA in Poetry from the Iowa Writers' Workshop. Her work has been published in Corriere della Sera, The Iowa Review, Bennington Review, Gulf Coast, Black Warrior Review, BOATT, NY Tyrant, and elsewhere.

The Ultimate Travel Songs Playlist to Inspire Wanderlust

• The Power of Travel Songs: Let Music Take You on an Extraordinary Journey

Do you daydream about going to faraway places and having incredible adventures? There’s something magical about the way travel songs make you feel. The melodies and words of these beautiful songs can take you to faraway places, bring back memories of trips you’ve already taken, and make you want to travel more. So, whether you’re getting ready for a trip or just want to get away from everyday life, we’ve put together a playlist of songs that will take you to other places, remind you of great trips you’ve taken in the past, and make you want to travel more. Put on your headphones, take a deep breath, and let the music take you away.

“On the Road Again” – Willie Nelson: A Timeless Classic for Wanderers

“africa” – toto: embark on an imaginary safari, “wanderlust” – björk: embracing the beauty of the unknown, “i’m gonna be (500 miles)” – the proclaimers: a celebration of enduring spirit and exploration, “graceland” – paul simon: a melodic road trip, “paradise” – coldplay: chasing dreams and finding your own paradise, “ramble on” – led zeppelin: the spirit of a restless wanderer, “the world” – brad paisley: embracing the vastness and beauty of our planet, “hotel california” – eagles: unveiling the intrigue of the sunny california, “america” by simon and garfunkel, “the passenger” by iggy pop, “roam” by the b-52s and “send me on my way” by rusted root, “going to california” by led zeppelin, “i’ve been everywhere” by johnny cash, “rocky mountain high” and “take me home, country roads” by john denver, “california dreamin'” by the mamas & the papas, “wildflowers” by tom petty, “life is a highway” by tom cochrane, looking for some travel inspiration, faq – travel songs.

What better way to kick-start our travel playlist than with this iconic song? Willie Nelson’s classic tune, “On the Road Again,” captures the essence of the open road and the thrill of embarking on a new adventure. As you listen to the twang of the guitar and Nelson’s unmistakable voice, you’ll feel a surge of excitement and an irresistible urge to hit the road and explore new horizons. This song is a testament to the enduring spirit of travel songs and the freedom they evoke.

Favorite Line in the Travel-Song: “On the road again, just can’t wait to get on the road again. The life I love is making music with my friends.” – Willie Nelson

Few songs capture the mystique and allure of a distant continent quite like Toto’s “Africa.” With its infectious beat and evocative lyrics, this timeless anthem transports you to the heart of Africa, where vast landscapes, diverse wildlife, and ancient cultures await. Close your eyes and let the music guide you on an imaginary safari, where every beat of the drum resonates with the rhythm of your wanderlust.

Favorite Line in the Travel Song: “I bless the rains down in Africa, gonna take some time to do the things we never had.” – Toto

Björk’s ethereal voice combined with the whimsical soundscape of “Wanderlust” will take you on an otherworldly journey. This song is a perfect match for those seeking a more introspective and contemplative travel experience. As you listen, you’ll find yourself yearning for new horizons, embracing the beauty of the unknown, and being inspired to embark on transformative adventures.

“ Wanderlust, relentlessly craving wanderlust.” – Björk

No travel playlist would be complete without this infectiously catchy tune by The Proclaimers. As the chorus kicks in, you’ll find yourself tapping your feet and singing along. “I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)” is a celebration of the enduring spirit of travel songs and the willingness to go the extra mile (or 500 miles!) to explore the world and create unforgettable memories.

“But I would walk 500 miles, and I would walk 500 more, just to be the man who walks a thousand miles to fall down at your door.” – The Proclaimers

Paul Simon’s “Graceland” effortlessly captures the essence of a road trip, blending folk and world music influences to create a melodic masterpiece. With its poignant lyrics and uplifting rhythm, the song paints a vivid picture of a journey to the fabled home of Elvis Presley. It reminds us of the transformative power of travel-songs and the remarkable connections we can make along the way.

“And she said, ‘Losing love is like a window in your heart. Everybody sees you’re blown apart. Everybody sees the wind blow.’ – Paul Simon

Coldplay’s “Paradise” takes us on an emotional ride, inspiring us to seek our own version of paradise. The song’s soaring melodies and thought-provoking lyrics evoke images of white sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters, and a world waiting to be explored. Let this track be your anthem as you chase your dreams of finding your own paradise and embark on exhilarating adventures.

“When she was just a girl, she expected the world, but it flew away from her reach, so she ran away in her sleep.” – Coldplay

For those who seek adventure and a touch of rock ‘n’ roll, Led Zeppelin’s “Ramble On” is the perfect addition to your travel playlist. With its energetic guitar riffs and Robert Plant’s mesmerizing vocals, this song embodies the spirit of a restless wanderer, embarking on a quest for new experiences and the thrill of the unknown. Let the music ignite your inner explorer.

“Leaves are falling all around, time I was on my way. Thanks to you, I’m much obliged for such a pleasant stay.” – Led Zeppelin

Country music often tells stories of life on the road and the beauty of the world around us, and Brad Paisley’s “The World” is no exception. This uplifting and heartfelt track reminds us of the vastness and diversity of our planet, urging us to explore its wonders and appreciate the remarkable places that await us. Let the music inspire you to embark on unforgettable journeys.

“To the teller down at the bank, you’re just another checking account. To the plumber that came today, you’re just another house. At the airport ticket counter, you’re just another fare.” – Brad Paisley

With its iconic guitar intro and mysterious lyrics, “Hotel California” by the Eagles transports us to a world of intrigue and curiosity. This timeless classic evokes images of road trips along the Californian coastline, capturing the essence of a never-ending journey and the allure of the unknown. Let the music guide you through the twists and turns of this metaphorical hotel, where checking out may not be as easy as it seems.

“Welcome to the Hotel California, such a lovely place, such a lovely face. Plenty of room at the Hotel California, any time of year, you can find it here.” – Eagles

“Viva la Vida” – Coldplay: Seize the Moment and Live Life to the Fullest –

We conclude our travel playlist with Coldplay’s “Viva la Vida,” a song that speaks to the dreamers and explorers. Its grand orchestration and reflective lyrics inspire us to seize the moment, conquer new frontiers, and embrace the beauty and complexity of the world. It’s the perfect anthem for those who dare to dream big and live life to the fullest.

“I used to rule the world, seas would rise when I gave the word. Now in the morning, I sleep alone, sweep the streets I used to own.” – Coldplay

“Laughing on the bus, playing games with the faces. She said the man in the gabardine suit was a spy. I said, ‘Be careful, his bowtie is really a camera.’ – Simon and Garfunkel

Why: This classic song from the duo’s Bookends album tells the story of young lovers hitchhiking across the United States in search of the essence of America. With its poetic lyrics and melodic harmonies, “America” captures the carefree spirit and sense of adventure associated with road trips and travel.

“I am the passenger and I ride and I ride. I ride through the city’s backside. I see the stars come out of the sky.” – Iggy Pop

Why: Iggy Pop’s “The Passenger” is a timeless anthem that resonates with travelers worldwide. Its catchy melody and infectious energy make it a go-to song for those seeking a sense of liberation and thrill while exploring new destinations.

“Roam if you want to, roam around the world. Roam if you want to, without wings, without wheels.” – The B-52s

“Send me on my way, send me on my way, send me on my way, send me on my way.” – Rusted Root

Why: Both “Roam” and “Send Me On My Way” are upbeat and infectious tunes that embody the joy and excitement of travel. These songs have become staples on road trip playlists, with their lively rhythms and uplifting lyrics serving as the perfect companions for memorable journeys.

“Standing on a hill in my mountain of dreams, telling myself it’s not as hard, hard, hard as it seems.” – Led Zeppelin

Why: Led Zeppelin’s “Going to California” is an iconic track that exudes a sense of wanderlust. Its soothing acoustic guitar and poetic lyrics inspire listeners to set off on their own adventures, particularly in the enchanting landscapes of California.

“I’ve been everywhere, man. I’ve been everywhere, man. Crossed the deserts bare, man. I’ve breathed the mountain air, man.” – Johnny Cash

Why: Johnny Cash’s “I’ve Been Everywhere” is a playful and fast-paced song that lists numerous locations around the world. As Cash rattles off city names, you’ll find yourself itching to explore new places and experience the thrill of discovering unfamiliar destinations.

“Rocky Mountain high, Colorado. Rocky Mountain high, I’ve seen it rainin’ fire in the sky.” – John Denver

“Take me home, country roads, to the place I belong. West Virginia, mountain mama, take me home, country roads.” – John Denver

Why: John Denver’s songs are renowned for their evocative lyrics that capture the beauty of nature and the allure of the open road. “Rocky Mountain High” and “Take Me Home, Country Roads” transport listeners to picturesque landscapes and evoke a sense of longing for the freedom that travel brings.

“All the leaves are brown and the sky is gray. I’ve been for a walk on a winter’s day. I’d be safe and warm if I was in L.A. California dreamin’ on such a winter’s day.” – The Mamas & The Papas

Why: With its iconic harmonies and wistful lyrics, “California Dreamin'” is a timeless song that epitomizes the desire to escape to warmer climates and embark on a journey of self-discovery. This song is sure to make you yearn for the open road.

“You belong among the wildflowers. You belong in a boat out at sea. Sail away, kill off the hours. You belong somewhere you feel free.” – Tom Petty

Why: Tom Petty’s “Wildflowers” is a soulful and introspective song that encourages listeners to embrace their wanderlust and explore the world around them. Its heartfelt lyrics and soothing melody make it a perfect companion for long drives and reflective moments.

“Life is a highway, I wanna ride it all night long. If you’re going my way, I wanna drive it all night long.” – Tom Cochrane

Why: Made famous by the movie “Cars,” “Life is a Highway” by Tom Cochrane is an anthem of adventure and embracing the unknown. Its energetic rhythm and uplifting lyrics make it a must-have song on any travel playlist.

The power of music to take us away, make us feel things, and ignite our wanderlust is unrivaled. We hope that listening to the songs featured on this ultimate travel songs playlist will ignite a feeling of adventure within you and motivate you to see the world. So, the next time you find yourself packing for a trip or even simply daydream

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Q: What is a good travel video song? A: There are several great songs that can enhance your travel videos and evoke a sense of adventure. Some popular choices include:

• Willie Nelson – On the Road Again
• Toto – Africa Björk – Wanderlust
• The Proclaimers – I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)
• Paul Simon – Graceland
• Coldplay – Paradise
• Led Zeppelin – Ramble On
• Brad Paisley – The World
• Eagles – Hotel California Coldplay – Viva la Vida

Q: What is a song about moving away? A: Moving away can be a bittersweet experience, and there are songs that capture the emotions associated with this life change. Here are a few songs about moving away:

• “Homeward Bound” by Simon & Garfunkel
• “Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)” by Green Day
• “Leaving on a Jet Plane” by John Denver
• “Fast Car” by Tracy Chapman
• “No Surprises” by Radiohead
• “The Boxer” by Simon & Garfunkel

Remember that musical preferences are subjective, so choose a song that resonates with your personal feelings and experiences.

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45 Best Songs about Traveling and Adventure for Inspiration

Whether it is a road trip across America or a day trip to the beach with your best friend, every adventure needs an awesome playlist! Music is one of the best ways to set the mood for any outing, but especially vacations.

In this article, you will find the best songs about traveling and adventure. You will hear some great songs from road trips, fun beach ditties, and romantic wanderlust beats. Read on for some amazing tunes sure to kick your mood into overdrive and give you that traveler’s itch.

“Life Is a Highway” by Rascal Flatts

Song year: 2008

If you are on a road trip, this song is a staple for the journey! Road trips can be a boring thing if the destination is on your mind rather than the journey itself, but give this song a listen and suddenly that highway is much more intriguing! You never know what you will be able to see or do along the way.

While you are at it, put it on repeat. It really is just that good.

“Route 66” by Chuck Berry

Song year: 1946

This song reminds you that places often have a fantastic story behind them. Chuck Berry embraces the history of Route 66 and the thrill of traveling on it. With a piano front and center, the music even feels historic.

History may not be your favorite thing, but no one can deny the awesome past of Route 66. There is even a section of that road that plays “America the Beautiful” if you drive on the rumble strips going the speed limit. That would make a pretty great TikTok video.

“Mustang Sally” by Wilson Pickett

Song year: 1966

Even a dented Buick will feel like a Mustang with this song blasting from the speakers and you will surely feel like a goddess at the wheel. It may have come out decades ago, but this is one song that will never be old!

“Chillin’ It” by Cole Swindell

Song year: 2014

With a happy and carefree energy to it, this song is absolutely lovely for driving down the open road with the top down and hair flowing. The beat even makes it the perfect sing-along song. Cole Swindell’s voice is perfect in this song, with a nearly unparalleled energy to it.

“Cruise” by Florida Georgia Line

Song year: 2012

This song has more of an aimless journey feel to it, perfect for those trips to anywhere. Pop this on, shift into drive, and find out where on the map you end up. You can even double the fun and bring your best friend with you! The talented musicians in Florida Georgia Line would definitely approve.

“Rhythm Made Me Do It” by Shania Twain

Song year: 1999

Shania has the perfect voice for a road trip and this song is decidedly more rock than most of her other songs. The combination makes for some great highway driving music!

Even though her other songs are not necessarily about vacationing, they would still make some great additions to your road trip playlist, as well. She is certainly one of Canada’s best contributions to the music scene.

“Born to Be Wild” by Steppenwolf

Song year: 1969

You may not be a biker, but this song sure will have you feeling like one. You can almost feel the snarl of a powerful bike under you as you weave in and out of traffic on a busy highway. Unleash your wild side with this on your playlist, even if you are traveling on four wheels instead of two.

“Highway to Hell” by AC/DC

Song year: 1979

If you are not careful when you listen to this one while driving, you will end up with a speeding ticket! This song embodies throwing out the rules and going with the flow. Just be sure you listen to it on the way to vacation, before all of those questionable decisions have been made!

“Electric Avenue” by Eddie Grant

Whether it is Electric Avenue or the open road, your car will dance right along with you as you listen to this classic. Few songs stay as popular and well-known as this one has over the last decade.

“Margaritaville” by Jimmy Buffet and Alan Jackson

Song year: 1977

It is almost criminal to spend a day at the beach without enjoying this delightful song! If any song is perfect for lounging in the sand with a colorful mixed drink, this is it. You can feel yourself relax from your head to your toes, leaving all your worries behind as you head for the beach.

“Vacation” by Thomas Rhett

Song year: 2015

While it definitely has an unusual tone, it captures all of the essentials of those sunny beach days. It is a fantastic hidden gem in the beach music world! Pop it in, crank it up, and dance your vacation away, preferably with a drink that has one of those cute little umbrellas in it. Do not forget your sunscreen!

“No Shoes, No Shirt, No Problems” by Kenny Chesney

Song year: 2002

Even the title sums up exactly how you want a beach trip to go. Kenny delivers a fantastically fun song that has you feeling the sand between your toes, even if you are not at the beach. For those who are not fond of country music, you should not count this one out until you listen to it. It is definitely not your usual country song.

“Pontoon” by Little Big Town

Who does not want to spend the day on a pontoon? Most people have great childhood memories of days spent out on the lake with family or friends and this song makes for some serious nostalgia. Summer rays, good friends, and good fishing…the perfect trifecta!

“Some Beach” by Blake Shelton

Song year: 2004

While this song is about wishing you were at the beach, you sure feel the satisfaction when you play it while you are actually there! Perfect mental images coupled with Blake’s velvety voice make this song more than ideal for a day on the sand. Even better, you fully appreciate the break from the daily grind that comes with a beach day.

“Cake by the Ocean” by DNCE

If you want to dance on the beach, this is the song you want to play. With a delightfully original beat and fun, quirky lyrics, few beach songs compare to this one! The lyrics are original and flow wonderfully with the overall feel of the song being incredibly playful.

Having been featured on the Teen Choice Awards, this is a great song for the whole family to enjoy during vacation. Your kids will probably even recognize it!

“Toes” by the Zac Brown Band

Song year: 2006

You will feel like you are already in the Bahamas when listening to this song. This band’s mental imagery is strong in both the lyrics and the beat. You would swear you can feel your toes squishing through the damp sand with the waves rushing up towards your beach chair.

Be sure to watch out for the tide!

“Kokomo” by The Beach Boys

Song year: 1988

This song is everything a steamy Bahamas vacation with your special someone should be. With major honeymoon vibes, listening to this will have your blood pressure rising and looking at your partner with fire in your eyes. The only other thing you need is a cute beach bungalow for the week…right on the sand, of course!

“Soak up the Sun” by Sheryl Crow

While this song definitely feels beachy, the beat is a bit more unusual than average. Even so, it is no less fun and catchy. Sheryl certainly knows what she is doing!

No one would be surprised if this song is responsible for more than a couple people calling in “sick” for a day to hit the beach.

“Blame it on Mexico” by George Strait

Song year: 1981

What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, and the same is true for Mexico! A Mexican beach is the perfect place to really let loose, and this song showcases that euphoria. Until you have been to Mexico, it is difficult to fully appreciate the unique ambiance of the country’s resort towns.

Do not forget to have a drink in a coconut shell cup! It is a Mexican vacation staple, after all.

“Island Song” by Zac Brown Band

This number has that classic Caribbean feel to it that everyone loves. It is so easy to visualize a bongo player showing off their tunes on the beach you are walking, mai tai in hand. Even better, two mai tais. Because priorities, you know.

“Redneck Yacht Club” by Craig Morgan

Song year: 2005

In all honesty, not every vacation is chic and expensive. Sometimes, it is just friends gathering and having a good time. In those cases, Craig Morgan lifts redneck to chic with this fantastic song. You certainly do not need a yacht to have a great time; you just need great people and the space to have some fun!

“I Get Around” by The Beach Boys

Song year: 1963

This is a fun, catchy tune with gobs of energy. The harmonization is so natural that you will probably find yourself humming along without even realizing it.

Besides, what vacation would be complete without the Beach Boys? The saying “oldie but goodie” absolutely personifies this group as a whole. If you enjoy their sound, check out the rest of their music for your playlist! Most of their songs fit perfectly with the beach vibe.

“Long Hot Summer” by Keith Urban

Song year: 2010

Summer has all the best things and Keith Urban knows it. He captures everything from the road trip to the beach to the night sky in the middle of summer. Your worries vanish while listening to this song and that traveler’s itch makes itself known. Do yourself a favor and listen to the call!

“All Summer Long” by Kid Rock

Song year: 2007

This song has always been a tried-and-true staple for river tubing playlists. It feels both nostalgic for childhood summers and perfect for summer activities with family nowadays. Michigan, where Kid Rock is from, is chock full of rivers and lakes, so day trips are a normal summer activity here.

Not all summer vacations involve a long road trip or even multiple days. Sometimes, the best memories are made close to home. This song drives home the point that they are no less special because of that.

“Sunshine and Summertime” by Faith Hill

One of the most notable women in country music, Faith Hill kills it with this fun summertime song. She personifies all of our hopes for this fun season, with optimism and happiness oozing from every note.

“Sideways” by Dierks Bentley

Song year: 2009

If you are going to a party, this song should absolutely be on your playlist. You can feel the energy of the dance floor in every syllable. With the crowd going crazy in the background, the ambiance is undeniable and infectious.

Remember, no one cares if you dance perfectly, so show off those moves even if you do not think you have them. Having fun is what matters!

“Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” by Cyndi Lauper

Song year: 1983

A classic song about adventure, this one specifically about vacationing with your best friend. This one is best played at maximum volume! Cyndi Lauper has a very fun, infectious voice with a range that is so easy to sing along to. Besides, girls really do want to have fun!

“Party in the U.S.A.” by Miley Cyrus

Given Miley’s reputation, this song was a pleasant surprise. It perfectly captures the essence of a summer bash with a high-energy beat and cheerful lyrics . The spring break vibes are strong with this one and it gives you a strong urge to hit the dance floor and dance your worries away.

“Sweet Home Alabama” by Lynyrd Skynyrd

Song year: 1974

An indisputable staple of vacation songs, this number is perfect for southern road trips, in particular! Roll the windows down and sing along with the wind in your hair. It may be cliche, but they are cliches for a very good reason!

Bonus points for each car you can get to sing along with you! It definitely will not be hard.

“Catch and Release” by Matt Simons

We go on vacation to take a much needed break from real life and all of its responsibilities. When listening to this song, those responsibilities melt away and life becomes full of possibilities you could not see before. The itch to travel is made so obvious as these calming lyrics wash over you and you find yourself remembering what life is all about.

“Time Well Wasted” by Brad Paisley

This song throws into sharp relief how utterly important it is to take some time to enjoy life. After all, if you are not spending time on things you enjoy, what even is the point of this daily grind? Everyone can hear you loud and clear, Brad…mental health is important, too! Go “waste” sometime this summer.

“Drift Away” by Uncle Kracker

Most of Uncle Kracker’s songs are very explicit, but this one is an exception. No matter where you are, you will mentally drift away when listening to it! Everyone yearns for adventure and this song makes you want it even more.

Unlike most of his other songs, this is even appropriate for your children to hear, so there is no reason to be shy about blasting it in the car on the way to your destination.

“Katmandu” by Bob Seger

Song year: 1976

Everyone wants to go exploring after listening to this song, boasting the intricacies of a new place. Exploration and adventure are both in your very nature and Bob Seger knows that, without a doubt. You should go visit Katmandu, yeah?

“Ramblin’ Man” by The Allman Brothers Band

While people usually love living near family and having roots, the way this band describes the open road makes anyone yearn for the traveling lifestyle. Every note drips with freedom and a carefree attitude. You never know what you will find around the next bend and listening to this will have you aching to find out what is out there.

“Free Man in Paris” by Joni Mitchell

Joni Mitchell wrote this for a close coworker who mentioned that he loves Paris because of how it makes him feel. In her true style, Joni turned that into a song, even using his direct quotes in the lyrics.

The result was an almost haunting song that makes you not only hear what Paris is like, but truly feel it in your soul. One day, you will enjoy a buttery croissant at a Parisian cafe with a beautiful view of the Eiffel Tower.

“Laredo” by Band of Horses

This song connects everyday difficulties with the relief a vacation offers. Everyone has had terrible days at the office or experienced that crushing feeling of life passing us by. Let this song take you away from all of that hardship and get some relief, even if you cannot physically get away from the daily grind.

“Heaven is A Place On Earth” by Belinda Carlisle

Most people know this song, which makes it a great singalong. It has lyrics that go with many interpretations, so even though it is not technically about traveling, it can certainly be interpreted that way! Even better, it is perfect for traveling couples looking for adventure.

“What We Live For” by American Authors

Song year: 2016

This tune makes you ache for a trip with your sweetheart. Too often, couples spend their lives firmly planted on the couch, binging Netflix shows, together but not truly bonding. These lyrics make it obvious what people are missing in that rut. Getting out of your comfort zone can be hard, but listening to this will make it that much easier to take that first step.

“Springsteen” by Eric Church

Song year: 2011

Beautiful songs about adventure and summer love always give me the carefree feeling that you crave on vacation. It feels like you are a teenager again, listening to Bruce Springsteen croon on my tape deck while drawing hearts around a certain picture in my yearbook. You may laugh, but you know everyone has done it! Let the memories wash over you with this well-crafted ballad.

“Adventure” by Matthew Parker

Who doesn’t want adventure? With a foot-tapping beat and emotionally intimate lyrics, this song showcases the best a relationship has to offer. Dreams are important to all of us and they feel so easily within reach while listening to Matthew Parker’s song. What is even better is the opportunity to include a person you love in those memories.

“When the Sun Goes Down” by Kenny Chesney feat. Uncle Kracker

A steamy beach song for couples, this touches on the more intimate aspects of a relationship! Even so, most children will not recognize it for what it is, as this song is chock full of innuendos that most young ears will not pick up on.

If you were a country enthusiast back in the day, nostalgia definitely comes into play, as well. Who else spent yesteryear playing this song on repeat?

“Watermelon Sugar” by Harry Styles

Song year: 2020

A newer release, this quirky song is full of innuendos comparing a person you love with summertime. Of course, both of those things can elicit the same emotional response, so it definitely fits. It is certainly more fun than lovey, but still works with the theme! Besides, all relationships need more than a little fun.

“Come Away With Me” by Norah Jones

This is a slower song, but definitely a sweet one about traveling with the person you love. Making memories together is a wonderful part of any relationship and this song captures that essence beautifully. More intimate than most songs on this list, it nevertheless earned its place with ease.

“Destination Calabria” by Alex Gaudino

Even if you love your life, this song will still make you want to quit your job, throw your phone into a lake somewhere, and drive until you find something interesting!

The perfect balance between steamy and adventurous make this a great go-to song for traveling lovebirds, as well as a great inspiration for a trip without a destination. Everyone can use a little more whimsy in their lives.

“Not Today” by Imagine Dragons

Featured in the movie Me Before You, this song is perfect for those couples who are looking to find adventure and make memories together. The lyrics are flexible enough that it always feels personal, no matter what your personal situation is.

Imagine Dragons has made quite a name for themselves recently and this song is a prime example of why they have earned that spotlight.

Top Songs about Traveling and Adventure, Final Thoughts

Most of the songs about traveling on this list are catchy, fun, and whimsical in nature. If vacationing has a mood, that is definitely it. You may have a habit of giving up your vacation time, which can be great for the wallet but terrible for your state of mind. Be open to it and this list can remind you of those joyful moments that you need.

Life can be unpredictable sometimes and it is up to you to embrace that and let it carry you away once in a while. So throw that top down, turn your volume up, and go enjoy life! Your to-do list will still be there when you get back.

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Let’s start with a bit Traveling Wilburys, these guys know how to make your trip more pleasant with a song.

1. Traveling Wilburys – End Of The Line

Well it’s all right, riding around in the breeze Well it’s all right if you live the life you please Well it’s all right, doing the best you can Well it’s all right, as long as you lend a hand

You can sit around and wait for the phone to ring (End of the Line) Waiting for someone to tell you everything (End of the Line) Sit around and wonder what tomorrow will bring (End of the Line) Maybe a diamond ring

2. A Thousand Miles – Vanessa Carlton

If I could fall into the sky Do you think time would pass me by? ‘Cause you know I’d walk a thousand miles If I could just see you tonight

It’s always times like these When I think of you And I wonder if you ever think of me ‘Cause everything’s so wrong And I don’t belong Living in your precious memory

‘Cause I need you And I miss you And now I wonder

3. Kongos – Traveling On

So long my friend, my foe, my love, my pain The road’s calling out my name Dreaming of La Boheme Maybe I’ll go to Barbizon Or see a girl before she catches cold and she’s gone Or maybe I’ll just travel on Travel on

So long my flame, my warmth, my fear, my fight The road’s calling again tonight Dreaming under street lights Maybe I’ll catch a train to Rome See the world until I can’t go on Then maybe I’ll come traveling home

4. Travelling – Paper Lions

Travelling the road, last known is where I want to be My compass directing, electing, an open road with golden trees But there’s an old man in need on the ground, I try not to make a sound He holds out his hand as I walk away, I hear him say

Please don’t be a stranger in my place Traveling come to a tavern for a momentary rest I see the old man that I passed on the road in his distress As I turned to go I can hear him say, “Son, stay. Have a drink, I’ll pay.”

5. Peter, Paul, and Mary – Leaving on a Jet Plane.

So kiss me and smile for me Tell me that you’ll wait for me Hold me like you’ll never let me go

I’m leavin’ on a jet plane I don’t know when I’ll be back again Oh babe, I hate to go

Now the time has come to leave you One more time let me kiss you Then close your eyes, I’ll be on my way

Dream about the days to come When I won’t have to leave alone About the time, I won’t have to say

6. John Denver – Take Me Home, Country Roads

Almost heaven, West Virginia, Blue Ridge Mountains, Shenandoah River. Life is old there, older than the trees, younger than the mountains, blowing like a breeze.

Country roads, take me home to the place I belong. West Virginia, mountain mamma, take me home, country roads.

All my memories gather round her, miner’s lady, stranger to blue water. Dark and dusty, painted on the sky, misty taste of moonshine, teardrop in my eye.

7. Passenger – Travelling Alone

This song is a very special one. It is about an old man traveling the world – missing his passed wife.

I included the video where Passenger explains the story behind the traveling song.

Australian man, Scandinavian tan, Kicking stones round a square. Sat for a while and carved out a smile, As if someone would care.

Said I’m a long way from the Gold Coast. Furthest I’ve ever known, Oh and this just ain’t my home. It was my wife’s idea, but she’s no longer here. She left me travelling alone.

I never heard silence ring out like a bell. I never heard silence like last night in my expensive hotel. Well, I’m loving a shadow, I’m trying to catch the rain. But I never heard silence ’til I heard it today.

She walked out of the hotel, I could still smell the smoke of the burning heart left inside. She said men are all assholes And life’s a bad joke. She laughed and started to cry.

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8. Ricky Nelson – Travelin’ Man 1961

I’m a travelin’ man Made a lot of stops all over the world And in every port I own the heart Of at least one lovely girl

I’ve a pretty Seniorita waiting for me Down in old Mexico If you’re ever in Alaska stop and see My cute little Eskimo

Oh, my sweet Fraulien down in Berlin town Makes my heart start to yearn And my China doll down in old Hong Kong Waits for my return

Pretty Polynesian baby, over the sea I remember the night When we walked in the sand of Waikiki And I held you, oh, so tight

9. BUDAPEST – George Ezra

My house in Budapest My, my hidden treasure chest Golden grand piano My beautiful Castillo

You Ooh, you Ooh, I’d leave it all

My acres of a land That I’ve achieved It may be hard for you to Stop and believe

10. Bright Eyes “First Day Of My Life”

This is the first day of my life Swear I was born right in the doorway I went out in the rain, suddenly everything changed They’re spreading blankets on the beach

Yours was the first face that I saw I think I was blind before I met you I don’t know where I am, I don’t know where I’ve been But I know where I want to go

And so I’d thought I’d let you know That these things take forever, I especially am slow But I realized that need you And I wondered if I could come home

11. Blaumut – Vent que mou el temps

T’imagino cap per avall, amb les cames a una branca i el teu cos, que es va gronxant, mentre cauen pensaments que es desprenen amb la força d’un got d’aigua a l’inrevés.

Un, dos, tres…, són les últimes gotes, i res més. Tres, dos, un…, s’evaporen i s’enfilen cap amunt, amunt, amunt, van tan amunt…

Que l’aire es torna vent, vent que mou el temps, temps que passa ràpid i fa empentes al present, present damunt del cap i el cap massa ocupat a no deixar-se res a les butxaques del passat. Vent que mou el temps.

12. Alvaro Soler – El Mismo Sol

Te digo claro claro No es nada raro raro Así se puede amor Un mundo enano enano Estamos mano a mano Solo hace falta el amor Se puede amor Yo quiero que este sea el mundo que conteste Del este hasta oeste Y bajo el mismo sol Ahora nos vamos Sí juntos celebramos Aquí todos estamos bajo el mismo sol Y bajo el mismo sol

13. Matt Simons – Catch & Release

There’s a place I go to Where no one knows me It’s not lonely It’s a necessary thing It’s a place I made up Find out what I’m made of The nights are stayed up Counting stars and fighting sleep Let it wash over me Ready to lose my feet

Take me on to the place where one reviews life’s mistery Steady on down the line Lose every sense of time Take it all in and wake up that small part of me Day to day I’m blind to see And find how far To go

Everybody got their reason Everybody got their way We’re just catching and releasing What builds up throughout the day

14. Ed Sheeran ft. Kygo – Running Away

I’ve known it for a long time Daddy wakes up to a drink at nine Disappearing all night I don’t wanna know where he’s been lying I know what I wanna do Wanna run away, run away with you Gonna grab clothes, six in the morning go

How long you leaving? Well, dad, just don’t expect me back this evening Oh, it could take a bit of time to heal this It’s been a long day, thumb on side of the roadway, but

I love him from my skin to my bones But I don’t wanna live in his home There’s nothing to say ’cause he knows I’ll just run away and be on my own

I’ve never seen my dad cry Cold as stone in the kitchen light I’ll tell you it’s about time But I was raised to keep quiet This is what I’m gonna do Gonna run away, gonna make that move Gonna grab clothes and when it’s morning go How long you leaving? Well, dad, just don’t expect me back this evening Oh, it could take a bit of time to heal this It’s been a long day, thumb on side of the roadway, but

15. American Authors – What We Live For

This is what I live for Baby, you’re my open road You can take me anywhere the wind blows Right into the great unknown We can throw our hands up out the window This is what we live for We look up at the stars, a perfect night to dream with you Got nineties retro on the radio, our favorite tune I put the pedal to the metal just to laugh with you It’s interstellar when it’s just us two

16. Tom Walker – Fly Away With Me

I’m strummin on the corner About to catch the last train home I’ll have to jump the barriers So can you spare a penny for my thoughts I’ve been praised upon the pavements Passers by don’t pay much Chased away by neighbours Seen things you couldnt make up If the streets could talk they’d tell a story or two I’ll paint a picture for you

I can tell you what it feels like To lose your home on a cold night Can you see the blood in my red eyes Have another total forget life So come on fly away with me To a place where we could be anyone we wanna be And we can bottle up our fears Grow a taste so sweet, knock us off our feet and more Burn our troubles Inhale them all Paint our future on a fractured wall So come on fly away with me To a place where we can be anyone we wanna be

17. Epic Road Trip Acoustic/Folk/Indie Compilation – Summer 2017 (1-Hour Playlist) #3

18. Summer Drive Playlist (INDIE/POP/ALTERNATIVE MUSIC)

19. Daft Punk – Around The World

Around the world, around the world Around the world, around the world Around the world, around the world Around the world, around the world

20. Gorillaz – Feel Good Inc.

City’s breaking down on a camel’s back They just have to go ‘cause they don’t know whack So all you fill the streets, it’s appealin’ to see You won’t get out the county ‘cause you’re bad and free You got a new horizon, it’s ephemeral style A melancholy town where we never smile And all I wanna hear is the message beep

21. Ed Sheeran – Castle On The Hill

When I was six years old I broke my leg I was running from my brother and his friends And tasted the sweet perfume of the mountain grass I rolled down I was younger then, take me back to when I

Found my heart and broke it here Made friends and lost them through the years And I’ve not seen the roaring fields in so long, I know I’ve grown But I can’t wait to go home

I’m on my way Driving at ninety down those country lanes Singing to “Tiny Dancer” And I miss the way you make me feel, and it’s real We watched the sunset over the castle on the hill

22. CHANGE by Some Poetries

As long as I turn my face into the light

I leave dark things behind

It feels like

I’m alive, I’m alive, I’m alive for the first time

Just because we found each other

Just because we cross dark ways

Just because of the pretty face

23. Our Adventure (EP) – The Long Valley

We found this travel music by chance.

We were looking for the most beautiful cities to visit in France, when we came across this video.

This video has the background music of “The Long Valley” “Our Adventure”.

24. Asaf Avidan – One day / Reckoning Song

One day baby, we’ll be old Oh baby, we’ll be old And think of all the stories that we could have told One day baby, we’ll be old

Oh baby, we’ll be old And think of all the stories that we could have told

No more tears, my heart is dry I don’t laugh and I don’t cry I don’t think about you all the time But when I do, I wonder why

25. Part-Time Friends – Here We Are

Something rise and fall We thought we never lost control Here we are Something rise and fall We thought we never lost control Here we are Silence Et si les vagues éteignent nos âmes Dans l’étourdissant vacarme Here we are Dansent les milles visages Dans ce si beau mirage Here we are Je t’emmène une dernière fois suivre cette lumière qui ne s’éteint pas Here we are Something rise and fall We thought we never lost control Here we are Something rise and fall We thought we never lost control Here we are

26. Jose Gonzalez – Step Out (from the movie The Secret Life of Walter Mitty)

Dark as night, let the lightning guide you

Time to step outside, time to step outside Time to step outside you

House on fire, leave it all behind you. Living life, feeding appetites. Stayed through every hard stop, every go. Being bland Breathing half the time. House on fire, leave it all behind you. Dark as night, let the lightning guide you

27. Coldplay – Gravity

Baby It’s been a long time coming Such a long, long time And I can’t stop running Such a long, long time Can you hear my heart beating? Can you hear that sound? ‘Cause I can’t help thinking And I won’t stop now And then I looked up at the sun

And I could see Oh, the way that gravity pulls on you and me And then I looked up at the sky And saw the sun And the way that gravity pushes on everyone On everyone

28. Imagine Dragons – Not Today from ME BEFORE YOU

There she goes in front of me Take my life and set me free again We’ll make a memory out of it Holy road is at my back Don’t look on, take me back again We’ll make a memory out of it We finally fall apart and we break each other’s hearts If we wanna live young, love, we better start today It’s gotta get easier, oh easier somehow ‘Cause I’m falling, I’m falling Oh easier and easier somehow Oh I’m calling, I’m calling And it isn’t over, unless it is over I don’t wanna wait for that It’s gotta get easier and easier somehow But not today Not today

29. Alkey – Travel of life

30. On Top Of The World by Imagine Dragons

‘Cause I’m on top of the world, ‘ey I’m on top of the world, ‘ey Waiting on this for a while now Paying my dues to the dirt I’ve been waiting to smile, ‘ey Been holding it in for a while, ‘ey Take it with me if I can Been dreaming of this since a child I’m on top of the world

I’ve tried to cut these corners Try to take the easy way out I kept on falling short of something

I could gave up then but Then again I couldn’t have ’cause

Covid-19 Travel Songs

It is indeed tough times; for pretty much all of us. We extended this list for  favorite songs you can listen to when you are stuck at home due to lock-downs and restrictions.

O “Fly On” – Coldplay

A flock of birds Hovering above Just a flock of birds That’s how you think of love

And I always Look up to the sky Pray before the dawn ‘Cause they fly always Sometimes they arrive Sometimes they are gone

They fly on A flock of birds Hovering above Into smoke I’m turned and rise Following them up Still I always

Look up to the sky Pray before the dawn ‘Cause they fly always One minute they arrive

It’s Time – Imagine Dragons

So, this is what you meant? When you said that you were spent And now it’s time to build from the bottom of the pit Right to the top

Don’t hold back Packing my bags and giving the academy a rain check I don’t ever wanna let you down I don’t ever wanna leave this town ‘Cause after all

This city never sleeps at night It’s time to begin, isn’t it? I get a little bit bigger, but then I’ll admit I’m just the same as I was

Now don’t you understand That I’m never changing who I am So this is where you fell And I am left to sell The path to heaven runs through miles of clouded hell

Right to the top Don’t look back Turning to rags and giving the commodities a rain check

Dani Martin – Cero (Spanish Song)

All what we saw has gone I dreamed that always I’d go by side That what we invented it’s not anymore Now just exists past

And it’s time for me to understand What I do with your hugs Now it’s time to learn How to stop loving To know how to erase it well And how It comes it gone That today it’s ZERO

I want That everything starts all over again That everything turn back That everything comes from Zero From zero

And I want that everything sounds again That everything shines again That everything comes from zero From zero

Original Lyrics in Spanish:

Quiero… Que todo vuelva a empezar Que todo vuelva a girar Que todo venga de cero De cero

Y quiero que todo vuelva a sonar Que todo vuelva a brillar Que todo venga de cero De cero

Queen – We Are The Champions

I’ve paid my dues Time after time I’ve done my sentence But committed no crime

And bad mistakes I’ve made a few I’ve had my share of sand Kicked in my face But I’ve come through And we mean to go on and on and on and on We are the champions, my friends And we’ll keep on fighting till the end

We are the champions We are the champions No time for losers ‘Cause we are the champions of the World

Skylar Grey – Coming Home

Summary: Travel Music for your Road Trip

I hope this list ultimate travel playlist gave you a great boost of wanderlust while you are road-tripping, getting to your holiday destination, or simply dreaming about traveling again.

The world of music is rich with songs about travel and adventure. Popular songs about traveling, whether they are modern compositions or classics, often have a way of evoking the thrill and beauty of discovering new places. These songs may have subtle travel references in the lyrics or might revolve entirely around the theme of journeying.

For those seeking a romantic aspect, there are songs about traveling with your love, which make perfect soundtracks for couples’ road trips or backpacking adventures.

Moreover, various genres depict this universal theme, from the narrative tales in country songs about traveling to the rhythmic beats and poetic expressions in hip-hop travel songs.

Not to be left out, rock songs about traveling often capture the raw energy and freedom associated with hitting the road.

Each genre brings a unique perspective to traveling, yet all share the universal message of the transformative power of journeys.

You can also listen to the 31 best travel songs about Wanderlust we found.

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I love listening to travel songs, thanks for sharing the songs.

You left out Allman Bros, Rambling Man… Just Sayin’ …

Nice add-on, Rick 😉 Thanks!

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75 Travel Songs to add to your Playlist in 2024 – Mixtape #2

We curated the second mixtape of the best travel songs.

This list features classic songs about traveling to brand new tracks.

You can find more travel songs here:

• Summer Mixtape #1 for the perfect travelers playlist
• 17 best Backpacker Songs you’ve to know
• 10 songs for exploring the world

This list features a lot of cool songs you’ve to put on your phone. However, and always remember this, go out there and create your own travel songs.

What do we mean by that?

During your travels you will end up in a lot of fun situations.

You will collect memories, and a few songs will take part in it. Then, when you are back home or wherever, you will hear this special song in the radio – and it takes you right back to those fun situations you will cherish forever.

For us, this is for instance “We don’t talk anymore” – we traveled Vietnam for 3 months and some local in every single village, town and city played it at least once. We turned crazy, yet it’s today a part of the experience. Then in Labuan Bajo, while taking the boat cruise around the Komodo National Park, the boat crew only had only one song to play, HIOKO TOBELO 2 – Yopie Latul .

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75 Travel Songs to Wanderlust

Okay, enough of the mambo jambo. Turn on your audio and hit the play button. This list of the best 75 travel songs is waiting for you.

I included my personal favorite travel song as #75.

Update : We had to break the songs in several pages, otherwise the page takes too long to load.

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1. Ricky Nelson – Travelin’ Man

I’m a travelin’ man I’ve made a lot of stops all over the world And in every part I own the heart Of at least one lovely girl

I’ve a pretty Señorita waiting for me Down in old Mexico If you’re ever in Alaska stop and see My cute little Eskimo

Oh, my sweet Fraulein down in Berlin town Makes my heart start to yearn And my China doll down in old Hong Kong Waits for my return

Pretty Polynesian baby over the sea I remember the night When we walked in the sands of the Waikiki And I held you, oh so tight

2. The Melodic – “On My Way”

I found an open door (I’m on my way) I think of love once more (I’m on my way)

Precious time on your own Seeing more than you care to say And the mist falls away (I’m on my way)

At times I’ve tried to feel (I’m on my way) With the thoughts I tried to steal (I’m on my way)

Left forgotten like young love All the choices I am made of When the push comes to shove

3. Passenger – Traveling Alone

Australian man, Scandinavian tan, Kicking stones round a square. Sat for a while and carved out a smile, As if someone would care.

Said I’m a long way from the Gold Coast. Furthest I’ve ever known, Oh and this just ain’t my home. It was my wife’s idea, but she’s no longer here. She left me travelling alone.

I never heard silence ring out like a bell. I never heard silence like last night in my expensive hotel. Well, I’m loving a shadow, I’m trying to catch the rain. But I never heard silence ’til I heard it today.

She walked out of the hotel, I could still smell the smoke of the burning heart left inside. She said men are all assholes And life’s a bad joke. She laughed and started to cry.

See, ten years with this man, And a life time of plans, Oh, and I loved him to his bones. Now I’ve lines on my skin And he’s traded me in. He left me travelling alone.

Well, I never felt silence hit me like a train. I never felt silence like blood coursed through my veins. Well, I’m loving a shadow, and I’m trying to catch the rain. I never heard silence ’til I heard it today. I never felt silence ’til I felt it today.

4. Band of Horses – The Funeral

I’m coming up only to hold you under I’m coming up only to show you wrong And to know you is hard, we wonder To know you, all wrong we were

Ooh-ooh Ooh-ooh

Really too late to call, so We wait for Morning to wake you, that’s all we got To know me as hardly golden Is to know me all wrong, they were

At every occasion, I’ll be ready for the funeral Every occasion, once more, it’s called the funeral Every occasion, know I’m ready for the funeral Every occasion, oh, one billion-day funeral

5. X Ambassadors – Renegades

Run away with me Lost souls and reverie Running wild and running free Two kids, you and me

6. Noah And The Whale – Blue Skies

This is a song for anyone with a broken heart This is a song for anyone who can’t get out of bed

I’ll do anything to be happy

Oh, ’cause blue skies are coming

But I know that it’s hard

This is the last song that I write while still in love with you This is the last song that I write while you’re even on my mind

’cause it’s time to leave those feelings behind Oh, ’cause blue skies are coming But I know that it’s hard

7. Coldplay – Adventure Of A Lifetime

Turn your magic on, to me she’d say Everything you want’s a dream away We are legends, every day That’s what she told him

I feel my heart beating I feel my heart beneath my skin I feel my heart beating Oh, you make me feel

Like I’m alive again Alive again Oh, you make me feel Like I’m alive again

8. Red Hot Chili Peppers – Californication

Psychic spies from China try to steal your mind’s elation And little girls from Sweden dream of silver screen quotation And if you want these kind of dreams it’s Californication It’s the edge of the world and all of western civilization

The sun may rise in the East at least it’s settled in a final location It’s understood that Hollywood sells Californication Pay your surgeon very well to break the spell of aging Celebrity skin is this your chin or is that war you’re waging?

9. Of Monsters and Men – Dirty Paws

Jumping up and down the floor My head is an animal And once there was an animal It had a son that mowed the lawn The son was an OK guy They had a pet dragonfly The dragonfly it ran away But it came back with a story to say

Her dirty paws and furry coat She ran down the forest slope The forest of talking trees They used to sing about the birds and the bees The bees had declared a war The sky wasn’t big enough for them all The birds, they got help from below From dirty paws and the creatures of snow

10. Foo Fighters – These Days

One of these days, the ground will drop out from beneath your feet One of these days, your heart will stop and play it’s final beat

One of these days, the clocks will stop and time won’t mean a thing One of these days, their bombs will drop and silence everything

But it’s alright, yeah it’s alright, said it’s alright Easy for you to say Your heart has never been broken Your pride has never been stolen Not yet, not yet, one of these days I bet your heart ‘ll be broken I bet your pride ‘ll be stolen I’ll bet, I’ll bet, I’ll bet, I’ll bet One of these days, one of these days

11. David Bowie – Heroes

I, I wish you could swim Like the dolphins Like dolphins can swim Though nothing, nothing will keep us together

We can beat them, forever and ever

Oh, we can be heroes just for one day

I, I will be King And you, you will be Queen Though nothing will drive them away We can be heroes just for one day We can be us just for one day

12. Ben Howard – Old Pine

Hot sand on toes, cold sand in sleeping bags I’ve come to know that memories Were the best things you ever had The summer shone beat down on bony backs

So far from home where the ocean stood Down dust and pine cone tracks We slept like dogs down by the fire side Awoke to the fog all around us

The boom of summer time We stood Steady as the stars in the woods So happy-hearted

And the warmth rang true inside these bones As the old pine fell we sang Just to bless the morning

13. The Byrds – I Wasn’t Born To Follow

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No I’d rather go and journey Where the diamond crescent’s glowing And run across the valley Beneath the sacred mountain And wander through the forest

Where the trees have leaves of prisms And break the light in colors That no one know the names of

And when it’s time I’ll go and lay Beside the legendary fountain ‘Till I see her form reflected

In its clear and jewelled waters And if you think I’m ready You may lead me to the chasm Where the rivers of our visions Flow into one another

14. Imagine Dragons – Not Today

There she goes in front of me Take my life and set me free again We’ll make a memory out of it Holy road is at my back Don’t look on, take me back again

We’ll make a memory out of it We finally fall apart and we break each other’s hearts

If we wanna live young, love, we better start today It’s gotta get easier, oh easier somehow

‘Cause I’m falling, I’m falling Oh easier and easier somehow

Oh I’m calling, I’m calling And it isn’t over, unless it is over I don’t wanna wait for that It’s gotta get easier and easier somehow But not today Not today

15. Mumford & Sons – Hopeless Wanderer

You heard my voice, I came out of the woods by choice Shelter also gave their shade But in the dark I have no name So leave that click in my head And I will remember the words that you said Left a clouded mind and a heavy heart But I am sure we could see a new start So when your hopes on fire But you know your desire Don’t hold a glass over the flame Don’t let your heart grow cold I will call you by name I will share your road

But hold me fast, hold me fast ‘Cause I’m a hopeless wanderer And hold me fast, hold me fast ‘Cause I’m a hopeless wanderer

16. Paper Lions – Travelling

Travelling the road, last known is where I want to be My compass directing, electing, an open road with golden trees But there’s an old man in need on the ground, I try not to make a sound He holds out his hand as I walk away, I hear him say

Please don’t be a stranger in my place Travelling come to a tavern for a momentary rest

I see the old man that I passed on the road in his distress As I turned to go I can hear him say, “Son, stay. Have a drink, I’ll pay.” Let bygones be gone, it’s all in the past, we raise a glass Please don’t be a stranger in my place

What if I could be what you wanted me to be What if I could see what you wanted me to see Come on and show me Please don’t be a stranger in my place

17. Ramon Mirabet – Home Is Where The Heart is

Shining sun means new start.

it’s time for me to face my fate

and follow my heart.

I’m coming home,

I’m coming home.

home is where the heart is.

it’s never late to find the answer up in the stars.

18. Dream Land (Road Trip)

19. Our adventure – The Long Valley

20. The Weeknd – Wanderlust

Is it so hard to say the same thing? And you’re so weak to say the same thing And burn a hole into your apprehensiveness And let the wildfire shine And repeat after me

Good girls go to heaven, And bad girls go everywhere And tonight I will love you And tomorrow you won’t care

You’re in love with something bigger than love You believe in something stronger than trust

Wanderlust Wanderlust

21. Creed – With Arms Wide Open

Well I just heard the news today It seems my life is going to change I close my eyes, begin to pray Then tears of joy stream down my face

With arms wide open Under the sunlight Welcome to this place I’ll show you everything With arms wide open With arms wide open

22. The Lumineers – Ho Hey

I been trying to do it right (Hey) I been living a lonely life (Ho) I been sleepin’ here instead (Hey) I been sleepin’ in my bed (Ho) I been sleepin’ in my bed (hey ho)

so show me family (Hey) all the blood that I will bleed (Ho) I don’t know where I belong (Hey) I don’t know where I went wrong (Ho) but I can write a song (hey)

23. Bastille – Pompeii

I was left to my own devices Many days fell away with nothing to show

And the walls kept tumbling down In the city that we love Grey clouds roll over the hills Bringing darkness from above

But if you close your eyes Does it almost feel like Nothing changed at all? And if you close your eyes Does it almost feel like You’ve been here before?

24. Green day – Time of your life

Another turning point, a fork stuck in the road Time grabs you by the wrist, directs you where to go

So make the best of this test, and don’t ask why It’s not a question, but a lesson learned in time It’s something unpredictable, but in the end it’s right I hope you had the time of your life

So take the photographs, and still-frames in your mind Hang them on a shelf in good health and good time Tattoo’s of memories and dead skin on trial For what it’s worth, it was worth all the while

It’s something unpredictable, but in the end it’s right I hope you had the time of your life

25. The Script – Hall of Fame

Yeah, you could be the greatest You can be the best

You can be the King Kong banging on your chest You could beat the world You could beat the war

You could talk to God, go banging on his door You can throw your hands up You can beat the clock You can move a mountain You can break rocks You can be a master Don’t wait for luck Dedicate yourself and you can find yourself

26. Red Hot Chili Peppers – Road Trippin’

Road trippin’ with my two favorite allies Fully loaded we got snacks and supplies It’s time to leave this town it’s time to steal away Let’s go get lost anywhere in the U.S.A.

Let’s go get lost, let’s go get lost

Blue you sit so pretty West of the one Sparkles light with yellow icing, just a mirror for the sun Just a mirror for the sun Just a mirror for the sun

These smiling eyes are just a mirror for So much as come before those battles lost and won This life is shining more forever in the sun Now let us check our heads and let us check the surf Staying high and dry’s More trouble than it’s worth in the sun

27. Moby – Porcelain

In my dreams I’m dying all the time Then I wake it’s kaleidoscopic mind I never meant to hurt you I never meant to lie

So this is goodbye? This is goodbye

Tell the truth, you’ve never wanted me Tell me

28. Imagine Dragons – On Top of the World

If you love somebody Better tell them why they’re here ’cause They just may run away from you

You’ll never know what went well Then again it just depends on How long of time is left for you

I’ve had the highest mountains I’ve had the deepest rivers You can have it all but not til you move it

29. Part-Time Friends – Here We Are

Silence Ici nos âmes tutoient le ciel Et nos hymnes éternels

Here we are L’aube de nos dernières transes Laisse un vide immense

Here we are Je t’emmène une dernière fois suivre cette lumière qui ne s’éteint pas

Here we are Something rise and fall We thought we never lost control

Here we are

30. Crystal Fighters – Love Natural

Everyone, anyone who want to hear Move in a little closer, let me tell you about A love natural, oh that love actual Love that you just can’t help feeling

When feelings with meanings keep on appearing And it’s almost midnight, the time is coming up The time is getting closer, the time is almost here Life is upon us and the time for love is here and now

When I look at you, oh I feel my heart Oh, I feel your love deep inside

Oh, love natural, I can’t believe how you do it to me You make me feel, oh how you say, feel so special Oh, love natural, I can’t believe how you do it to me You make me feel, oh how you say, feel so special

31. Luis Fonsi – Despacito ft. Daddy Yankee

Sí, sabes que ya llevo un rato mirándote Tengo que bailar contigo hoy (DY) Vi que tu mirada ya estaba llamándome Muéstrame el camino que yo voy (Oh)

Tú, tú eres el imán y yo soy el metal Me voy acercando y voy armando el plan Solo con pensarlo se acelera el pulso (Oh yeah)

32. U2 – Song For Someone

You got a face not spoiled by beauty I have some scars from where I’ve been You’ve got eyes that can see right through me You’re not afraid of anything they’ve seen I was told that I would feel nothing the first time I don’t know how these cuts heal But in you I found a rhyme

33. José González – Stay Alive

There’s a rhythm in rush these days Where the lights don’t move and the colors don’t fade Leaves you empty with nothing but dreams

In a world gone shallow In a world gone lean

Sometimes there’s things a man cannot know Gears won’t turn and the leaves won’t grow There’s no place to run and no gasoline

Engine won’t turn And the train won’t leave

Engines won’t turn and the train won’t leave I will stay with you tonight

Hold you close ‘til the morning light In the morning watch a new day rise We’ll do whatever just to stay alive We’ll do whatever just to stay alive

34. Don’t fight it, Feel it – AronChupa

Oh baby when the band is playing

Oh and that solid beat

Oh make you wanna move,

make you wanna groove

Make you wanna pat your feet

When we dance close together

With your cheek close to mine

And you begin to feel a funny little thrill

Moving up your spine

35. The Chainsmokers – Paris

We were staying in Paris To get away from your parents And I thought, “Wow If I could take this in a shot right now I don’t think that we could work this out” Out on the terrace I don’t know if it’s fair but I thought “How Could I let you fall by yourself While I’m wasted with someone else”

If we go down then we go down together They’ll say you could do anything They’ll say that I was clever If we go down then we go down together We’ll get away with everything Let’s show them we are better

36. Alvaro Soler – Sofia

Sueño cuando era pequeño Sin preocupación en el corazón

Sigo viendo aquel momento Se desvaneció, desapareció

Ya no te creo, ya no te deseo, eh oh Solo te dejo, solo te deseo, eh oh

37. A R I Z O N A – Oceans Away

I never let My guard go down But you messed me up When you came around When the high wore off

Know you needed space But I don’t wanna wait I don’t wanna mistake Few thousand miles and an ocean away But I see the sunrise, oh, just like the other day Picture your eyes as I fall asleep Tell myself it’s alright, oh oh, as the tears roll by

38. Angus and Julia Stone – Big Jet Plane

She said “hello mister, pleased to meet ya” I wanna hold her, I wanna kiss her She smelled of daisies, she smelled of daisies She drive me crazy, she drive me crazy

Gonna take her for a ride on a big jet plane Gonna take her for a ride on a big jet plane Hey hey Hey hey

39. OK Go – Here It Goes Again

It could be ten, but then again I can’t remember half an hour since a quarter to four Throw on your clothes, the second side of Surfer Rosa And you leave me with my jaw on the floor

Just when you think (think) you’re in control Just when you think (think) you’ve got a hold Just when you get on a roll Here it goes, here it goes, here it goes again Oh, here it goes again I should have known, should have known, should have known again But here it goes again Oh, here it goes again

40. Traveling Wilburys – End Of The Line

Well it’s all right, riding around in the breeze Well it’s all right, if you live the life you please Well it’s all right, doing the best you can Well it’s all right, as long as you lend a hand

You can sit around and wait for the phone to ring (end of the line) Waiting for someone to tell you everything (end of the line) Sit around and wonder what tomorrow will bring (end of the line) Maybe a diamond ring

Well it’s all right, even if they say you’re wrong Well it’s all right, sometimes you gotta be strong Well it’s all right, as long as you got somewhere to lay Well it’s all right, everyday is judgment day

41. Bright Eyes – “First Day Of My Life”

This is the first day of my life Swear I was born right in the doorway I went out in the rain, suddenly everything changed They’re spreading blankets on the beach

Yours was the first face that I saw I think I was blind before I met you I don’t know where I am, I don’t know where I’ve been But I know where I want to go

And so I’d thought I’d let you know That these things take forever, I especially am slow But I realized that need you And I wondered if I could come home

I remember the time you drove all night Just to meet me in the morning And I thought it was strange, you said everything changed You felt as if you just woke up

42. Sons Of The East – Come Away

She sits and she waits by the tree And she thinks no one comes to me Heard it before She stand there all alone Staring blank at her telephone But she’s sure, so sure

Come away with me, baby Join me in my car We can go real far away Away from here

She wants to know his name Wants his wealth, but not his fame Watch your pride

43. Depeche Mode – Enjoy the Silence

Words like violence Break the silence Come crashing in Into my little world

Painful to me Pierce right through me Can’t you understand? Oh my little girl

All I ever wanted All I ever needed

Is here in my arms Words are very unnecessary They can only do harm Vows are spoken

To be broken Feelings are intense Words are trivial Pleasures remain

So does the pain Words are meaningless And forgettable All I ever wanted All I ever needed

Is here in my arms Words are very unnecessary They can only do harm

44. Gladys Knight & The Pips – Midnight Train to Georgia

L.a. Proved too much for the man (Too much for the man, he couldn’t make it) So he’s leavin’ the life he’s come to know, ooh (He said he’s goin’) He said he’s goin’ back to find (Goin’ back to find) Ooh ooh ooh, what’s left of his world The world he left behind Not so long ago

He’s leavin’ (leavin’) On that midnight train to Georgia (Leavin’ on the midnight train) Yeah, said he’s goin’ back (Goin’ back to find) To a simpler place in time (Whenever he takes that ride) oh yes he is (Guess who’s gonna be right by his side)

45. The Sounds – Painted By Numbers

Could I act like you, and put a smile on face? Not even for a second would I lie to myself.. Too many things are missing And there’s a tear in my eye It’s not a question or an answer

But it will change you mind We’ll be the same tomorrow ‘Cause we’ve all been painted my numbers We dance and eyes will follow You said it was love I said I’d like you to be mine

46. Kings Of Convenience – I’d Rather Dance With You

I’d rather dance with you than talk with you So why don’t we just move into the other room There’s space for us to shake and hey, I like this tune

Even if I could hear what you said I doubt my reply would be interesting for you to hear Because I haven’t read a single book all year And the only film I saw, I didn’t like it at all

I’d rather dance, I’d rather dance than talk with you I’d rather dance, I’d rather dance than talk with you I’d rather dance, I’d rather dance than talk with you

47. Alphaville – Forever Young

Let’s dance in style, let’s dance for a while Heaven can wait we’re only watching the skies Hoping for the best, but expecting the worst Are you gonna drop the bomb or not?

Let us die young or let us live forever We don’t have the power, but we never say never Sitting in a sandpit, life is a short trip The music’s for the sad man

Can you imagine when this race is won? Turn our golden the faces into the sun Praising our leaders, we’re getting in tune The music’s played by the, the madman

48. Sting – Englishman In New York

I don’t take coffee, I take tea, my dear I like my toast done on one side And you can hear it in my accent when I talk I’m an Englishman in New York

See me walking down Fifth Avenue A walking cane here at my side I take it everywhere I walk

I’m an Englishman in New York Oh, I’m an alien, I’m a legal alien I’m an Englishman in New York Oh, I’m an alien, I’m a legal alien I’m an Englishman in New York

49. Incubus – Wish You Were Here

I dig my toes into the sand The Ocean looks like a thousand diamonds Strewn across a blue blanket I lean against the wind Pretend that I am weightless And in this moment I am happy happy)

50. Kodaline – All My Friends

So it starts We go back to your house We check the charts And start to figure it out

And if it’s crowded, all the better Cause we know we’re gonna be up late And if you’re worried about the weather Then you picked the wrong place to stay That’s how it starts

51. R.E.M. – Leave

Nothing could be bring me closer Nothing could be bring me near Where is the road I follow? Believing, leave

It’s under, under, under my feet The scene spread out there before me Better I go where the land touches the sea There is my trust in what I believe

52. Mr. Brightside – The Killers

Coming out of my cage And I’ve been doing just fine Gotta gotta be down Because I want it all It started out with a kiss How did it end up like this? It was only a kiss, it was only a kiss Now I’m falling asleep And she’s calling a cab While he’s having a smoke And she’s taking a drag Now they’re going to bed And my stomach is sick And it’s all in my head But she’s touching his chest now He takes off her dress now Let me go And I just can’t look, it’s killing me And taking control

53. David Bowie- Space Oddity

Ground Control to Major Tom Ground Control to Major Tom Take your protein pills and put your helmet on

Ground Control to Major Tom Commencing countdown, engines on Check ignition and may God’s love be with you

54. Queen – Don’t Stop Me Now

Tonight, I’m gonna have myself a real good time I feel alive and the world I’ll turn it inside out, yeah And floating around in ecstasy So don’t stop me now don’t stop me

‘Cause I’m having a good time, having a good time I’m a shooting star, leaping through the sky Like a tiger defying the laws of gravity I’m a racing car, passing by like Lady Godiva

I’m gonna go, go, go There’s no stopping me I’m burnin’ through the sky, yeah Two hundred degrees That’s why they call me Mister Fahrenheit I’m traveling at the speed of light I wanna make a supersonic man out of you

55. Mando Diao – Dance With Somebody

Break your happy home learn to sing alone to the music, to the music Clap your hands and shake on a summer’s day to the music, to the music

I’m falling in love with your favorite song I’m gonna sing it all night long I’m gonna dance with somebody dance with somebody dance dance dance

56. David Gray – “Sail Away”

Sail away with me honey I put my heart in your hands Sail away with me honey now, now, now Sail away with me What will be will be I want to hold you now, now, now

Crazy skies all wild above me now Winter howling at my face And everything I held so dear Disappeared without a trace Oh all the times I’ve tasted love Never knew quite what I had Little darling if you hear me now Never needed you so bad Spinning ’round inside my head

57. Foster The People – Pumped up Kicks

Robert’s got a quick hand He’ll look around the room, he won’t tell you his plan He’s got a rolled cigarette, hanging out his mouth he’s a cowboy kid Yeah found a six shooter gun In his dad’s closet hidden oh in a box of fun things, I don’t even know what But he’s coming for you, yeah he’s coming for you

All the other kids with the pumped up kicks You’d better run, better run, out run my gun All the other kids with the pumped up kicks You’d better run, better run, faster than my bullet All the other kids with the pumped up kicks You’d better run, better run, out run my gun All the other kids with the pumped up kicks You’d better run, better run, faster than my bullet

58. Gorillaz – Clint Eastwood

I ain’t happy, I’m feeling glad I got sunshine in a bag I’m useless but not for long The future is coming on I ain’t happy, I’m feeling glad I got sunshine in a bag I’m useless but not for long The future is coming on It’s coming on It’s coming on It’s coming on

59. Weezer – Island In The Sun

When you’re on a holiday You can’t find the words to say All the things that come to you And I wanna feel it too

On an island in the sun We’ll be playing and having fun And it makes me feel so fine I can’t control my brain

60. Modest Mouse Float

I backed my car into a cop car the other day Well, he just drove off – sometimes life’s okay I ran my mouth off a bit too much, ah what did I say? Well, you just laughed it off and it was all okay

And we’ll all float on okay And we’ll all float on okay And we’ll all float on okay And we’ll all float on anyway, well

A fake Jamaican took every last dime with that scam It was worth it just to learn some sleight of hand Bad news comes, don’t you worry even when it lands Good news will work it way to all them plans We both got fired on, exactly, the same day Well, we’ll float on, good news is on the way

61. MGMT- Kids

You were a child Crawling on your knees toward him Making momma so proud But your voice is too loud

We like to watch you laughing Picking insects off of plants No time to think of consequences Control yourself Take only what you need from it A family of trees wanting to be haunted

62. Franz Ferdinand – Take Me Out

So if you’re lonely You know I’m here waiting for you I’m just a cross hair I’m just a shot away from you And if you leave here You leave me broken, shattered, I lie I’m just a cross hair I’m just a shot, then we can die

63. Black – Wonderful Life

Here I go out to sea again The sunshine fills my hair And dreams hang in the air

Gulls in the sky and in my blue eyes You know it feels unfair There’s magic everywhere

Look at me standing Here on my own again Up straight in the sunshine

64. Beirut – Elephant Gun

If I was young, I’d flee this town I’d bury my dreams underground As did I, we drink to die, we drink tonight

Far from home, elephant guns Let’s take them down one by one We’ll lay it down, it’s not been found, it’s not around

Let the seasons begin – it rolls right on Let the seasons begin – take the big king down

65. Eagles – Hotel California

On a dark desert highway, cool wind in my hair Warm smell of colitas, rising up through the air Up ahead in the distance, I saw a shimmering light My head grew heavy and my sight grew dim I had to stop for the night.

There she stood in the doorway; I heard the mission bell And I was thinking to myself ‘This could be heaven or this could be Hell’ Then she lit up a candle and she showed me the way There were voices down the corridor, I thought I heard them say

66. The Cranberries – Zombie

Another head hangs lowly Child is slowly taken And the violence, caused such silence Who are we mistaken?

But you see, it’s not me It’s not my family In your head, in your head, they are fighting With their tanks, and their bombs And their bombs, and their guns In your head, in your head they are crying

67. The Strokes – You Only Live Once

Some people think they’re always right Others are quiet and uptight Others they seem so very nice nice nice nice (oh-ho) Inside they might feel sad and wrong (oh no)

Twenty-nine different attributes Only seven that you like Twenty ways to see the world (oh-ho) Twenty ways to start a fight (oh-ho)

68. The Black Keys – Lonely Boy

Well I’m so above you And it’s plain to see But I came to love you anyway So you pulled my heart out And I don’t mind bleeding Any old time you keep me waiting Waiting, waiting

Oh, oh-oh I got a love that keeps me waiting Oh, oh-oh I got a love that keeps me waiting I’m a lonely boy I’m a lonely boy Oh, oh-oh I got a love that keeps me waiting

69. Come With Me Now – Kongos

Come with me now Come with me now

Woah come with me now I’m gonna take you down

Woah come with me now I’m gonna show you how Woah come with me now I’m gonna take you down

Woah come with me now I’m gonna show you how

Afraid to lose control And caught up in this world I’ve wasted time, I’ve wasted breath I think I’ve thought myself to death

70. Passenger | The Wrong Direction

When I was a kid the things I did were hidden under the grid Young and naive I never believed that love could be so well hid With regret I’m willing to bet and say the older you get It gets harder to forgive and harder to forget It gets under your shirt like a dagger at work The first cut is the deepest but the rest still flipping hurt You build your heart of plastic Get cynical and sarcastic And end up in the corner on your own

‘Cause I’d love to feel love but I can’t stand the rejection I hide behind my jokes as a form of protection I thought I was close but under further inspection It seems I’ve been running in the wrong direction oh no

71. Billy Joel – Travelin’ Prayer

Hey Lord, take a look all around And I’d a find where my baby’s gonna be Hey Lord, would ya look out for her tonight ‘Cause she is far across the sea Hey Lord, would ya look out for her tonight And make sure that she’s gonna be alright And things are gonna be alright with me

Hey Lord, would ya look out for her tonight And make sure that all her dreams are sweet Said now, would ya guide her on the roads And make them softer for her feet Hey Lord, would ya look out for her tonight And make sure that she’s gonna be alright Until she’s home and here with me

72. Creedence Clearwater Revival – Travellin’ Band

Seven thirty seven comin’ out of the sky Won’t you take me down to Memphis on a midnight ride I want to move Playin’ in a travelin’ band Yeah Well I’m flyin’ ‘cross the land tryin’ to get a hand Playin’ in a travelin’ band

Take me to the hotel baggage gone, oh well Come on, come on won’t you get me to my room I want to move Playin’ in a travelin’ band Yeah Well I’m flyin’ ‘cross the land, tryin’ to get a hand Playin’ in a travelin’ band

73. Have Love, Will Travel – The Sonics

Wow,Have love Whoa baby will travel Uh huh, uh huh,have love Woah baby will travel I said if you need loving then Mm,hmm,I’ll travel

Yeah,I’ll travel from Main to Mexico Just to find a little girl that loves me so No matter when, no matter where I’ll be I’m looking for a woman that’ll satisfy me

74. Queens Of The Stone Age – Go With The Flow

She said “I’ll throw myself away, They’re just photos after all” I can’t make you hang around. I can’t wash you off my skin. Outside the frame, is what we’re leaving out You won’t remember anyway I can go with the flow But don’t say it doesn’t matter anymore I can go with the flow Do you believe it in your head? It’s so safe to play along Little soldiers in a row Falling in and out of love With something sweet to throw away. But I want something good to die for To make it beautiful to live. I want a new mistake, lose is more than hesitate. Do you believe it in your head? I can go with the flow But don’t say it doesn’t matter anymore I can go with the flow Do you believe it in your head?

75. Maïa Vidal – Our Place

Last but not least, the ultimate travel song to wanderlust. I’d like to stay here For a while And go wild You’ll call me crazy But I don’t care ‘Cause I know where

Where I go where I go, you’re gonna take me Where I go where I go, you’re gonna take me Take me for a ride, And I’ll be by your side

Just let me stay here A little while We’ll go wild They’ll call us crazy But I don’t care ‘Cause I’ll be where you are

This all happened fast But I know how I feel Like you were the sand And I was the se

Extra 76. Sky on the Loose – Inkfield

Do you want an insider tip for cool travel songs? Then listen into Inkfield’s Sky on the Loose. Inkfield is a solo solo indie rock act from Edinburgh, UK.

Here are the lyrics.

Messaging like nights before, crashing through the wall I’m using all my strength and breath, I’m gonna show them all

You talk of my impending doom, no promise nor a myth You justify avoiding me to sell out on a whiff

Oh if I, I want to be the lonely one, I want to be the only one And if I, lord I And if I, I want to be the chosen one, I want to be the chosen one And if I, lord I

Don’t you tire of telling me? ‘The world ends at the sky, You’re just a little fish another simple passer by, All your songs and poetry are droplets in the sea’ I said ‘That is ok for you, your words won’t follow me!’

Sum it up: The 75 Travel Songs

By now your notebook should be full and you should have taken lots of notes.

This is your ultimate list of best travel songs. We tried to make a compulsive list of all the important things you have to put on your iPod, your Smartphone and Spotify list.

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The Best Travel Songs of All Time: 60 Tracks to Keep You Going (Updated 2024)

Music is a huge part of many travel experiences. The right tune can set the tone for an amazing trip, or it can remind you of a past adventure that you hold dear to your heart.

The best travel songs of all time are the ones that make you feel like you’re on your way. They can be about travelling or they can make you feel like you’re in the middle of a journey. These english and bollywood songs evoke emotions and feelings that take you to another realm, altogether.

There are many different types of music out there and it’s important to find what works for your mood and your trip. You might want something upbeat and fun for a vacation with friends or something more mellow for an introspective solo trip.

If you’re like me and have a million songs on your phone that aren’t necessarily travel songs, but are just great to listen to while on the road (or even at home), then this article is for you!

We hope that this article will make your next trip more enjoyable!

Table of Contents

Popular Travel Songs of All Time

Songs are a huge part of planning any kind of travel or trip – a long haul journey, a road trip with friends or family, a solo trip to the opposite side of the world.

Here are some of the most inspirational or motivational travels songs 2023 that give out a soothing vibe when you start your journey.

Note – These are just suggestions that you could add on to your playlist of best travel songs of all time for any kind of trip.

Related – Planning a road trip for beginners

1. Dil Chahta Hai Title Track

Dil Chahta Hai was a movie that came quite unannounced into our lives one night and made us feel something! This one is amongst the most loved songs of all time and should be included in your playlist.

The music, the lyrics, the vocals everything falls together perfectly to make a soulful and fun track for a friends trip across the world. And I mean who hasn’t just let it all go when that “ Ohhhoooo-oo-oo-oo ” vocals come in!

Album – Dil Chahta Hai Artist – Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy

“Kaisa ajab ye safar hai, Socho to har ek hi bekhabar hai Ussko jaana kidhar hai, Jo waqt aaye, jaane, kya dikhaye”

2. Paradise – Coldplay

Coldplay songs screams very melodiously of nostalgia, moments and stuff that makes us want to leave whatever we are doing and just listen! Paradise is one of those songs – that makes you forget everything that’s going wrong in your life. It makes for a kickass and one of the best travel songs of all time.

The song is an inspirational track that says you just need to keep moving forward and you’ll see your paradise just round the corner pretty soon. Just don’t give up!

Album – Mylo Xyloto Artist – Coldplay

“When she was just a girl she expected the world But it flew away from her reach So she ran away in her sleep Dreamed of para-para-paradise”

3. Safarnama

Want the most greatest of emotions on one single song? Want to experience a ride through imagination, love, passion and harmony? Safarnama from Tamasha is here for you!

It is one of the most precious songs that inspire travel and soothes up your very soul as you move forward through the trip as well as on a journey of your own in life.

Album – Tamasha Artist – Lucky Ali

“O jisey dhoonda Zamaane mein, mujh hi mein tha”

4. Wake Me Up

“ Get up. Pack your things “. “ Where are we going? ” “ Somewhere we belong! “

This legendary track from the legendary artist needs to be on your travel songs list of the best travel songs of all time to listen to whatever the journey. Wake me up is a song depicting the sense of moving on through life while not knowing what the next turn of events might bring upon you. It talks about that no matter what people keep telling you, you shall just be happy with your life and tell them to “wake me up when its all over” .

Avicii was a legend and he lives on through his epic music in the hearts and minds of people who love his rhythm.

Album – True Artist – Avicii

“Feeling my way through the darkness Guided by a beating heart I can’t tell where the journey will end But I know where to start”

5. Zindagi Ek Safar Hai Suhana

You don’t know what life would throw at you at the next step, right? So why worry! Play this track as you move along in your journey to the beautiful locations – alone or with people you care for.

Zindagi ek safar is like a dear old friend telling you “ it’s all gonna end well ” and you just know that maybe – it will.

Album – Andaz Artist – Kishore Kumar

“Haste gate jahan se guzar, Duniya ki tu parvah na kar Muskuraate hue din bitana, Yahan kal kya ho kisne jaana”

6. Photograph by Ed Sheeran

Ed Sheeran’s music is an ultimate soulful experience for everyone and the tracks like this one make for an outstanding travel playlist for the beginning of a journey towards wonderful places and experiences.

Photograph is a song about hope and dreams and relationships. It’s about a connection and memories you’ve built with someone you love – it could be any person, a family member, a loved one, even a friend.

Album – X Artist – Ed Sheeran

“We keep this love in a photograph We made these memories for ourselves Where our eyes are never closing Hearts are never broken And time’s forever frozen still”

7. Khaabon Ke Parindey

ZNMD or Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara is a masterpiece of a film – especially for us travel lovers. And the entire album is outstanding, but this song in particular needed to be included in today’s list of the best travel songs of all time .

Khaabon ke Parindey is a song that tells you to live freely in the beautiful world around us. It tells you it’s okay to leave stuff that causes you pain or worry behind and focus on what’s around you – the magic, the beauty, the nature!

Album – ZNMD Artist – Mohit Chauhan, Alyssa Mendonsa

“Hawa Mein Beh Rahi Hai Zindagi Yeh Hum Se Keh Rahi Hai Zindagi Oho, Ab Toh, Jo Bhi Ho So Ho”

8. Closer by Chainsmokers (ft. Hasley)

Closer, when it first came out, took the world by a storm! It was everywhere – discos, radios, music channels on the TV, social media – everywhere!

A fun song to listen to while having a unique travel experience on your way, Closer is a celebration of physical attraction and the passion that one feels when experiencing it. It tells you to celebrate that phase of a relationship. It’s about that rush of memories and emotions you’d normally feel when meeting someone from the past!

Album – Collage Artist – Chainsmokers (ft. Hasley)

“Pull the sheets right off the corner Of that mattress that you stole From your roommate back in Boulder We ain’t ever getting older”

9. Aao Milo Chalein

Jab We Met is another one of the most epic Bollywood movies one can watch and re-watch many times. And the songs have been playing a major role in many playlists listed as the best travel songs of all time .

Aao Milo Chalein is a soothing song that depicts travel in all it’s glory – the colorful vibes of the video, travelling towards Bhatinda, the entire musical structure of the song is glorious and a fun listen.

It tells you that sometimes you just need to have the experience of a journey, even if you have no idea where the destination is. Sometimes, the journey is the destination .

Album – Jab We Met Artist – Shaan

“Yahan wahan dekho kahan Leke jane lagi bhekudi Aao mil jayega Hoga jahan pe raasta Aao Milo chale Jana kahan na ho pata”

10. Night Changes

Night Changes is one of the best songs created by One Direction – no doubt! Also, it is one of the most interesting best travel songs of all time . Although not being a travel song literally, it can be one of those songs that you just want to listen to when you’re on the road or in the skies and feel good.

Night changes is about growing up and what it all means to finally grow up and be outside into the world. As you grow older, things change, your perspectives change and you learn that it’s something different than you thought it would be. And that it is okay.

Album – Four Artist – One Direction

“We’re only gettin’ older, baby And I’ve been thinkin’ about it lately Does it ever drive you crazy Just how fast the night changes?”

A Road-Trip Playlist for Fun Mood

A road trip playlist shall contain couple of most amazing, popular and the best travel songs of all time in whatever language. These songs are not necessarily travel related but has the fun vibe of a road trip for sure!

The following list of beautiful tracks that are a fun listen with bouncy music, are suggestions to add to your playlist.

11. Chaiyya Chaiyya

Chaiyya Chaiyya is an outstanding and fun song to listen to on a road trip. The beats, the legendary music by A.R. Rahman, the extraordinary vocals of Sukhwinder Singh and Sapna Awasthi all combine together magically to form one of the most amazing bollywood travel songs .

Album – Dil Se Artist – Sapna Awasthi & Sukhwinder Singh

“Yaar misaale ous chale paao ke tale firdaus chale kabhi daal daal, kabhi paak paak mai hawa pe dhoondu uske nishaan”

12. Sugar and Brownies by Dharia

Sugar and Brownies is one of those songs where the beats and the unique vocals grab people’s attention and instantly makes them groove. That is what makes it a unique add for the best travel songs of all time ! It used to be a song that “ I’ve heard of but never knew the name for “. Everyone has that kind of song, right? ( or am I insane )

Album – Sugar & Brownies Artist – Dharia & Monoir

“Some of the ocean breeze Somewhere you promised me A love like a fire, no fears, no denial Just something to gladden me”

13. Jungnu by Badshah

Jugnu is a sensational song and when it came out recently it had a massive blow up amongst all kinds of audiences and music lovers! The lyrics are simple and great for a sing-along, the music is the USP and the stunning visuals make for a treat! It is a perfect road trip song to play at high volume with friends or your partner along the road.

Album – Jugnu Artist – Badshah

“Khush Main Itna Kyu Hoon? Tujhko Tavajjo Main Kyu Doon? Jaane Kya Hua Mujhe Tere Pyar Main Chamku Jaise Jugnu”

14. Shape of You

Ed Sheeran makes a comeback for our list of the best travel songs of all time with this outstanding and fun track called Shape of You. The lyrics are great for vibing, the music is great for the journey and the element of fun is outstanding.

Album – Divide Artist – Ed Sheeran

“Girl, you know I want your love Your love was handmade for somebody like me Come on now, follow my lead I may be crazy, don’t mind me”

15. Ghana Kasoota

Raftaar knows how to make a commercial track that will be loved by a grander audience and Ghana Kasoota is the proof of it. This Haryanvi styled track is on the minds and in the cars of so many people since it came out recently. Ghana Kasoota checks over the fun element we are looking for our road trip playlist suggestions for the best travel songs of all time .

Album – Ghana Kasoota Artist – Rashmeet Kaur & Raftaar

“Jab Gaam Ka Chhora Kaad Ke Taur Chhori Chhori Taake Se Mane Ghana Kasoota Lagge Se Mane Ghana Kasuta Lagge Se”

16. Magenta Riddim

EDM tracks have grown quite a lot and reached different corners of the world now. Magenta Riddim has a very different, fun and enjoyable music structure which makes it come into our list of the most fun and best travel songs of all time .

Album – Carte Blanch Artist – DJ Snake

“Pig gam ba li, de la pig gam ba li ba Pig gam ba li, de la pig gam ba li ba Bamb bamb bamb di gi di da dam (woo)”

Illahi from the movie Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani is a track made just for the satisfaction of our travel bugs! A song made for the travel lovers who do not want to spend the rest of their lives on the same place – who want adventures, exploration, mysteries and stuff that makes you feel different! A song for people like me. Like you.

Album – Yeh Jawani hai Deewani Artist – Arijit Singh/Mohit Chauhan ( btw, both these versions are great! )

“Kal pe sawaal hai jeena filhaal hai khanabadoshiyo pe hi jaane kyon Illahi mera ji aaye aaye”

Maroon 5 is one of the most popular and personally one of my top 5 musical bands of all time! This song in particular has the fun element and the happy vibes we are looking for in this part of the list of the best travel songs of all time in English.

Album – V Artist – Maroon 5

“You sugar, yes please Would you come and put it down on me? I’m right here, ’cause I need Little love, a little sympathy”

19. Dil Dooba

Sonu Nigam and his songs were and still are a sensation in itself and this track called Dil Dooba had the entire generation in its grasp with the lyrics, the fun music, and well the voice of Sonu Nigam! One of the best songs to sing along aloud while on a road trip with friends!

Album – Khakee Artist – Sonu Nigam & Shreya Ghoshal

“Tujhe Ek Din Jaaneman Pyaar Ki Ladiyan Pehnaonga Dekhega Sara Jahan Tujhe Le Jaaonga”

20. Turn up the Music

Truth be told everyone likes to bounce it out on a road trip sometimes, right! Turn up the music by Chris Brown is one of the most amazing tracks for an outstanding and fun road trip as you move through a straight highway and enjoy each moment with your buddies or family members.

Album – Berlin Tag & Nacht Artist – Chris Brown

“Turn up the music ’cause the sun just came up Turn up the music if they try to turn us down Turn up the music ’cause I’m tryna hear the speakers blow Turn up the music, fill your cup and drink it down”

Best Songs about Travelling and Journeying through life

Now comes the songs that are dedicated to all things travel – exploring, finding new worlds, road trips, friendships, passion and the journey. These are the tracks made for travel and for the travel lovers across the multiverse!

Here’s the list –

Lucky Ali’s voice is a soulful and fun experience to have whatever the song might be! Hairat is a song depicting travel and is an outstanding add on for the travel playlist of best travel songs of all time and one of the best Bollywood travel songs ever as well . With the upbeat music presentation and the unique voice of Lucky Ali the song is a proper vibe for a journey from anywhere to everywhere!

Album – Anjaana Anjaani Artist – Lucky Ali

“Khoi khoi khwaab mein Chhupi chhupi khwaishein Naram se ret pe geeli geeli barishein Lipta hoon raahon mein Raahon ki baahon mein Hai ab meri jagah..”

22. Hotel California

It’s 2023 and this is still one of the greatest songs ever made! Hotel California has been described by the lead singer as the depiction of what life would be like in Los Angeles . It is one of most amazing travel songs and considered a classic in the category.

Album – Hotel California Artist – Eagles

“On a dark desert highway, cool wind in my hair Warm smell of colitas, rising up through the air Up ahead in the distance, I saw shimmering light My head grew heavy and my sight grew dim I had to stop for the night”

23. Yun Hi Chala Chal

Swades was an epic cinema experience for almost everyone who experienced it when it came out and this song in particular became the travel song for all of us. It needed to be in our list of best travel songs of all time since when it came out that’s what it was in our minds.

Album – Swades Artist – Udit Narayan, Hariharan, Kailash Kher

“Jeevan gaadi hai samay paiya aansoon ki nadiya bhi hai Khushiyon ki bagiya bhi hai rasta sab tera takke bhaiya”

24. Born to be Wild

Hands down my most favorite track when it comes to having a road trip with friends! Born to be wild is a classic track that still makes you feel like travelling does – wild and free . The rock music, the sing along opportunity and the mere vibe of it all makes it one of the coolest travel songs ever!

Album – Steppenwolf Artist – Steppenwolf

“Get your motor runnin’, Head out on the highway Looking for adventure, In whatever comes our way Yeah, darlin’ gonna make it happen, Take the world in a love embrace Fire all of your guns at once, And explode into space”

24. Phir Se Ud Chala

Rockstar was the most amazing work of Imtiaz Ali and the complete package of the film was an unforgettable experience for many. But what made it one of the most amazing movies was it’s album. And this track “Phir Se Ud Chala” is like beyond music, it is like the song that makes you feel young, free, and passionate! It tells you to reach out to your dreams – to at least try before you fail!

Album – Rockstar Artist – Mohit Chauhan

“Mitti jaise sapne ye kitna bhi palko se jhaado Phir aa jaate hain Itne saare sapne kya kahoon Kis tarah se maine tode hain, chhode hain, kyun Mere saath chale, mujhe le ke ude, ye kyun”

25. Carry On My Wayward Son

If you’ve watched Supernatural , you know this song and what it makes you feel! One of the most amazing rock songs ever made by a sensational band called Kansas this song is a masterpiece and needed to be on our list of the best travel songs of all time .

Album – Leftoverture Artist – Kansas

“Carry on, my wayward son There’ll be peace when you are done Lay your weary head to rest Don’t you cry no more”

Safar track from Jab Harry Met Sejal grew slowly in the minds of the travellers and stayed. The line “safar ka hi tha mai, safar ka raha” best describes a wanderer, a traveller, an explorer who just focuses on his journey – not on the people he left behind, not the destination he wants to visit, but the journey is all he cares about!

Album – Jab Harry Met Sejal Artist – Arijit Singh

“Jabse gaanv se main shehar hua, Itna kadva ho gaya ki zehar hua Main toh rozana, Na chaaha tha yeh ho jaana maine Ye umrr, waqt, raasta.. guzarta raha Safar ka hi tha main safar ka raha”

27. A Thousand Miles

A Vanessa Carlton masterpiece, a thousand miles was stuck in many travelers’ heads since it first came out in 2002. This one is among the best travel songs of all time due to the sound, melody, lyrics and everything in between that it provides the listeners. A beautiful evergreen track.

Album – Legally Blond Artist – Vanessa Carlton

“If I could fall into the sky Do you think time would pass me by? ‘Cause you know I’d walk a thousand miles If I could just see you tonight”

28. Ik Junoon (Paint It Red)

ZNMD has given us ultimate road trip goals and a spectacular album to go with it! Ik Junoon is a legendary track to play while on the road having the time of your lives with your buddies heading to anywhere you want. The songs tells you to forget everything about anything and enjoy the moments right before you!

Album – ZNMD (Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara) Artist – Shankar Mahadevan, Vishal Dadlani, Alyssa Mendonsa, Ehsaan Noorani and Gulraj Singh

“Kahe halke halke yeh rang jhalke jhalke Jo kisse hain kal ke bhula de tu Koi haule haule mere dil se bole Kisi ka toh hone chal jaane de koi jadoo”

29. Paradise City

Paradise City depicts a story about people who leave their homes looking for “ adventures ” and has a pretty vibe to the music which can be a great listen for the “ best travel songs of all time ” playlist.

Album – Appetite of Destruction Artist – Guns N Roses

“Take me down to the paradise city Where the grass is green and the girls are pretty Take me home (oh, won’t you please take me home)”

30. Hum Kis Gali Ja Rahe Hai

Hum kis gali ja rahe hai is a depiction of the thoughts of a wanderer – or a traveler – away from home – away from his comfort zone – but happy! It’s a nostalgic song from the early Atif-era along with Doorie and Tere Bin and now people tend to jam over a lit night fire around the camp beneath the stars with a guitar and friends.

Album – Doorie Artist – Atif Aslam

“Dar Dar Kaha Ghoomta hai Masti Me Kyu Jhoomta hai Deewane Dil ne Jaana Nahi”

What to Listen to When You’re Homesick

While travelling after the fun and games and memories being created, there also comes a time – maybe just for a little while, when you miss home (doesn’t it?) and that’s completely normal. And the following few songs can hold you when feel a little down and sit beside you like a friend .

31. Ease by Troye Sivan

Ease ft. Broods is one of the most heart touching and best travel songs of all time where the Troye tells about his emotions of leaving home to work in a different place and how he misses it. It can easily make you all teary eyed but it knows what you’re feeling deep inside away from home.

Album – Blue Neighbourhood Artist – Troye Sivan ft. Broods

“Take me back to the basics and the simple life Tell me all of the things that make you feel at ease Your touch, my comfort, and my lullaby Holdin’ on tight and sleepin’ at night”

Ghar from Jab Harry Met Sejal is another great track to listen to when feeling a little lonely on your adventures away from home and away from people you care about. “ Ghar ” depicts a tale from the perspective of the person waiting for you at home – the person that is essentially – your home. It’s them telling you that wherever you go and wander around across the world – they’ll always be the one you can come back to .

Album – Jab Harry Met Sejal Artist – Mohit Chauhan, Nikhita Gandhi

“Khali hai jo tere bina Mai wo ghar hu tera.. Ghoome phire, Tu chahe sab sheher Tu hai mera..!”

33. Home by Westlife

Westlife could just be the best nostalgic songs making band – I mean all there songs on the first listen take you into some other space, you know. Home is one of the best travel songs of all time because it understands your homesick emotions and puts down your feelings into words and an epic instrumental formation.

Album – Turnaround Artist – Westlife

“Another summer day Has come and gone away In Paris and Rome But I wanna go home, mmm”

34. Chaandaniya

Chaandaniya is a track for someone you loved whose away from you – it might be a breakup, long distance or just some universal conspiracy that’s keeping you away from them – but this song can hold you two together.

Album – 2 States Artist – Mohan Kanan, Yashita Sharma

“Tujh bin sooraj mein aag nahi re Tujh bin koyal mein raag nahi re Chaandaniyaan to barsen Phir kyun mere haath andhere lagde ne..”

35. Don’t Forget Where You Belong

Whether you liked them or not, you cannot argue that One Direction had some amazing songs and DFWYB is one of them. It is a song about how meeting new people and visiting new places around the world could change you and your perspectives about life. It tells you how important it is to know your roots and not lose what you are.

Album – Midnight Memories Artist – One Direction

“Living out of cases And packing up and taking off Made a lot of changes But not forgetting who I was On the horizon Ooh, well I know, I know, I know, I know The moon will be rising back home”

36. Main Kya Hoon

Love Aaj Kal’s song Main Kya Hoon depicts this strong emotion by the outstanding beats, lyrics, vocals and the visuals about the time when you finally achieved what you dreamt of for years now and are happy and having fun with your life – but there comes a time when you start to miss that homely feeling and the people you had to leave behind to move forward. This song is an epic emotional ride hidden behind an upbeat track.

Album – Love Aaj Kal Artist – KK

“Ab Jaana Maine Jeena Kya Hai Kya Hai Poora Hona Khawaab Ka Ab Dekhoon Na Who Sochoon Na Woh Jo Bhi Yahan Na Ho Khawab Sa”

37. Quite Miss Home

James Arthur, the artist behind this song has depicted a part of his life living away from home while touring for shows and live singing session across the world. He depicts what he considered to be a home and little nuances that made a home. A must include among the best travel songs of all time when you’re missing home.

Album – You Artist – James Arthur

“Yeah, I been gone on business I gotta make some money I really feel the distance And I quite miss home And I miss you telling me To leave my shoes at the door ‘Cause you just swept the floor And the dirt drives you crazy”

38. Main Jahaan Rahoon

Wherever you might be travelling to, with whomsoever you might be with, you will always keep a part of you – your home and your loved ones with you. It could be a person, a place, a childhood memory – but it’s the thing that is a hundred percent yours.

Album – Namastey London Artist – Rahat Fateh Ali Khan

“Kahin to dil mein yaadon ki ek sooli gad jaati hai Kahin har ek tasveer bahut hi dhundhli pad jaati hai Koi nai duniya ke naye rangon mein khush rehta hai Koi sab kuchh paa ke bhi ye man hi man kehta hai”

39. Castle on the Hill

Castle on the hill is a lookback and reminiscing of your childhood memories and the place you grew up in. The song depicts good and bad memories and makes you want to visit your childhood home or your hometown. This is one of the best travel songs of all time because it makes you want to travel to your childhood.

Album -Divide Artist – Ed Sheeran

“Found my heart and broke it here Made friends and lost them through the years And I’ve not seen the roaring fields in so long I know I’ve grown, but I can’t wait to go home”

40. Nadaan Parindey

This is another one of those tracks which depict the person waiting at home – for you to come back from your adventures. And everyone, whether they accept it or not, deep down – they do want someone like that. Someone to come back home to, right?

Album – Rockstar Artist – Mohit Chauhan, AR Rahman

“Kaate chahe jitna paro se hawao’n ko Khud se naa bach paayega tu Tod aasmaano ko Phook de jahaano ko Khud ko chhupa naa payega tu”

Best Travel Songs for Instagram Reels, Stories and Videos

Reels are inevitably the new gen – Tiktok and it’s all for the good. Social media is focusing much more on the shorter videos than anything else as far as the reach is concerned. And in today’s world we would be tagged a noob if we’re not getting our reels game strong.

Here are the best travel songs for Instagram Reels , Stories and Videos for your fame game into the social media world –

41. Adventure of a Lifetime

Coldplay is known worldwide and that’s because they seem to have cracked some code of never making a bad song! Adventure of a Lifetime is one of the best travel songs of all time and pretty darn famous as it is used vividly in Instagram reels and Youtube shorts as well as far as travel category clips are concerned.

Album – A Head full of Dreams Artist – Coldplay

“Said I can’t go on, not in this way I’m a dream that died by light of day Gonna hold up half the sky and say Only I own me”

42. Ek Tu Hi Yaar Mera

Not necessarily one among the best travel songs of all time , this track about friends and friendship is used mostly in travel videos showcasing a trip with friends . It’s a fun melodic track and can be a great reels track to be used as your entire group does whatever friends do.

Album – Pati Patni Aur Woh Artist – Arijit Singh, Neha Kakkar

“Dhadkan Ye Kehti Hai Dil Tere Bin Dhadke Na Ek Tu Hi Yaar Mera Mujhko Kya Duniya Se Lena”

43. The Last Goodbye

One of the best travel songs of all time when it comes to making a unique photographic video showcasing your latest clicks on the journey, The Last Goodbye is a unique way to show the best moments of the adventure.

Album – The Last Goodbye Artist – Odesza (ft. Bettye LaVette)

“Let me down easy For your love for me is gone Let me down easy Since you feel to stay is wrong”

44. Zindagi Aa Raha Hoon Mai

Zindagi Aa Raha Hoon Mai has everything you’d wish for – amazing vocals of Atif Aslam, great beats and a grand music altogether. It is one of the best bollywood travel songs in hindi to use as a background sound for your next travel reel.

Album – Zindagi Aa Raha Hoon Mai Artist – Atif Aslam

“Main sarphira musaafir Hawaaon pe chalun Yaaron ka main yaar hoon Haan hans ke sab se milun”

45. Harleys in Hawaii

An amazing track for getting into the sensation of the best travel reels and getting your travel content out on instagram, etc. Katy Perry and her music is loved by many across the world and this one just takes you through the sensation of travelling to a tropical island and spend a few days roaming around there solo or with your soulmate. Also, who doesn’t love Hawaii , right!?

Album – Harleys in Hawaii Artist – Katy Perry

“Boy, tell me, can you take my breath away? Cruisin’ down a heart-shaped highway Got you swervin’ lane-to-lane, don’t hit the brakes ‘Cause I’m feelin’ so safe”

46. Tere Mere from Chef

Tere Mere Darmiyaan is a sort of underrated song in my opinion as it deserves a place to be in the topmost travel reels of great mountains with a slow-mo video of the mist as you move through the snaky roads towards the wonderlands.

Album – Chef Artist – Armaan Malik

“Le ja mujhe saath tere Mujhko na rehna saath mere”

47. Still Don’t Know My Name

You might have heard this one recently while scrolling up your Instagram’s reels section. This song is so popular that more than thousands of travel reels have been made onto this one. But that does not mean that it’s outdated – but actually it’s very much a trending and best travel song of all time to use in short travel videos.

Album – Euphoria Artist – Labirinth

“Still don’t know my name You still don’t know my name And I would die or stay For you right now But you still don’t know my name”

48. Patakha Guddi

Patakha Guddi from the movie Highway is one of the best travel songs of all time in Hindi. This song describes a free spirited nature of the person who loves to travel and wander across the world away from home. This is one of the best travel songs for Instagram reels.

Album – Highway Artist – Nooran Sisters

“Maula tera maali O hariyali jungle waali Tu de har gaali pe taali Uski kadam-kadam rakhwali Ainve lok-laaj ki soch-soch ke Kyun hai aafat taali”

49. Fly Away With Me

Everyone has someone or needs someone sometimes that you would like to take with you away into the skies or someone you could just run away with. Fly Away With Me speaks for you as the song to that someone and tells them that they are your person to fly away with.

Album – What A Time To Be Alive Artist – Tom Walker

“So come on fly away with me To a place where we could be anyone we wanna be And we can bottle up our fears Brew a taste so sweet Knock us off our feet or more Burn our troubles Inhale them all Paint our future on a fractured wall”

50. Kitni Haseen Zindagi

Recently trending and climbing up that reeling ladder is this song by the legendary Lucky Ali called ‘Kitni Haseen Zindagi’. Reelers have been using it as the unique background score for their travel reels showcasing the streets or the road in a one shot video of your trip.

Album – Kitni Haseen Zindagi Artist – Lucky Ali

“Kitni haseen zindagi hai yeh Hoton pe jaise kahani hai Sadaa yahan kiska thikana hai Un ki rawani mein jaana hai”

Updated 2024 – 10 Latest Travel Songs For Your Next Road Trip

Here is 10 latest addition to this loved blog post from about 2 years back! See if you can find your new favorite road trip song in the list –

51. God Damn – Ek Tha Raja

With the most stunning beats, fancy vibes and upbeat Punjabi music and lyrics, God Damn is my current favorite song and can definitely be a fantastic addition to your travel playlist in 2024!

With Badshah’s funky style and Karan Aujla’s splendid Punjabi mixed together, this song is doing numbers on all platforms and has just released a couple of days ago.

Album – Ek Tha Raja

Artist – Badshah X Karan Aujla

“ Super skinny jeans, over sized hoodie Paa ke puwada koi chhaddu aaj kudi Vekhdi ae dhup te vekdhi na time Hauli-hauli nache, God damn “

52. Houdini

Dua Lipa has been on a blast since a few years and Houdini is one of the most outstanding songs she has put out recently which can easily make its way in your travel playlist of 2024.

Album – Houdini

Artist – Dua Lipa

“Time is passin’ like a solar eclipse See you watchin’ and you blow me a kiss It’s your moment, baby, don’t let it slip Come in closer, are you readin’ my lips?”

53. With You

With You by AP Dhillon has been a vibe ever since its release a couple of months ago. It has been everywhere from socials to radio and whatnot.

And well, it has all the elements one needs for a summery travel song to tune into for a fun journey with friends on a beautiful road.

Album – With You

Artist – AP Dhillon

“ Teriyan adavaan Teriyan adavaan munda maar suteya Tu kahda dil luteya, tu mainu chhadeya na kakh da Tu mainu chhadeya na kakh da “

54. Hero – Alan Walker

Alan Walker has always been one of the most outstanding music artists out there and Hero has instantly been added to my own travel playlist. With Alan’s dynamic music and Sasha’s fairytale like vocals, this song has become a masterpiece and people just love how Alan Walker is still giving out blockbuster music even after decades!

Album – Hero

Artist – Alan Walker X Sasha Alex

“Will you light me up Jump start my heart I need someone Before the sun goes down Who’s gonna save me now Some kind of hero”

55. Hua Main

Just from the first listen, this song has made its place in our hearts and minds! Actually, the entire album of the movie ANIMAL can be on this list. But this song gives you the most outstanding, fun and excitement-filled vibes especially when you are driving and singing out loud with friends or family!

Album – Animal

Artist – Raghav Chaitanya

“Dekha nahi, toone abhi jaadu hua kya… Dono jahaan, jahaan, jahaan gaye theher….”

56. Miles Above

To be honest, everyone loves Dharia and her music. And mostly, all her songs have been going throughout the world making spaces in people’s hearts. Miles Above has interesting vocals, vibes and has potential to sing-along which is all much needed in a travel playlist song, right?

Album – Miles Above

Artist – Dharia

“All the smiles and looks we can’t undo Make me think you want me too All the stories in your mind From your lips straight to my heart”

57. Chaleya

Everybody loved and enjoyed SRK’s comeback movies in the past year and while many songs did great, Chaleya managed to make its own space in fan’s heart, mind and mouth. With simple lyrics, fun beats and melodious voice of Arijit Singh, this song definitely needs to be on your travel playlist 2024 .

Album – Jawan

Artist – Arijit Singh & Shilpa Rao

“Ishq mein dil bana hai ishq mein dil fanaa hai, wo-oh Bana de ya mita de maine tujhko chuna hai, oh-oh”

58. One of The Girls

Ah, everything about this track gives out goosebumps – the addicting music, incredibly blending vocals and the lyrics. The Weeknd never disappoints and this song is another proof of that statement.

Album – One of The Girls

Artist – The Weeknd, JENNIE, Lily-Rose Depp

“Lock me up and throw away the key He knows how to get the best out of me I’m no force for the world to see Trade my whole life just to be.”

59. Arjan Vailly

A song full of energy, rage and a fantastic vibe – Arjan Vailly, ever since it came out has been heard in many cars throughout streets in different parts of India! It is that kind of a song. And maybe once you hear it, if not already, it will make the same impact to you as well!

Artist – Bhupinder Babbal

“Arjan Vailly Ne Ho Pair Jodke Gandasi Maari Arjan Vailly Ne Ho Pair Jodke Gandasi Maari”

60. I Don’t Wanna Live Forever

I know, i know, this isn’t a particularly new or latest song in the market. But just listen to it! It needs to be on the list, ain’t it? Zayn with Taylor Swift – I mean what else would one want! Absolutely brilliant lyrics, music and a dynamic duo!

Album – Fifty Shades Darker

Artist – Zayn, Taylor Swift

“I don’t wanna live forever ‘Cause I know I’ll be living in vain. And I don’t wanna fit, wherever I just wanna keep calling your name.”

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41 Best Songs About Memories and Looking Back on Life

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Music is a universal time machine. It has the power to transport us back to significant moments in our lives, allowing us to relive those memories.

Songs can also remind you of significant people, whether they are still present in your life or no longer part of it.

Even though you may have already moved on , just hearing the opening notes of a song can bring back a flood of memories associated with former relationships.

The experiences you’ve had and people you’ve met along the way have helped shape who you are right now .

In today’s article, we’re sharing a collection of songs about memories to help you celebrate and honor the most important part of who you are.

If you’re ready, let’s take a walk down memory lane.

Table of Contents

1. Glory Days , Bruce Springsteen

“ Glory days, yeah, they'll pass you by. Glory days, in the wink of a young girl's eye. ”

Let’s start with a song that was on Billboard’s Hot 100 when it was released in 1985.

In this song, a man recalls, with bittersweet nostalgia, his days in high school. He thinks of the people he knew during that time.

This song is about that point in time when we recount our past experiences, perhaps with a tinge of regret and nostalgia. We reminisce about how good those times were.

2. Memory , Barbra Streisand

“ Memory, all alone in the moonlight I can dream of the old days. Life was beautiful then. I remember the time I knew what happiness was. Let the memory live again. ”

This song is a cover of the show tune with the same title composed by Andrew Lloyd Weber, which was one of the songs for the Cats musical, first shown in 1981.

In this song, the narrator reminisces about when she had a good life. She recounts the moments when life was beautiful and she was happy. She also begs to be accepted by her peers.

3. The Way We Were , Barbra Streisand

“ So, it's the laughter we will remember whenever we remember the way we were. ”

This song won a couple of Academy Awards in 1974.

It is a bittersweet song, where a woman reminisces about a past relationship that was tumultuous and often filled with pain.

However, the narrator chooses to remember the happy memories she made together with the person she once loved.

4. Remember When , Alan Jackson

“ Remember when we said when we turned gray, when the children grow up and move away. We won't be sad. We'll be glad for all the life we've had. And we'll remember when. ”

Alan Jackson took inspiration from his family life when writing this song. It takes the form of a conversation with his wife.

In this song, he recalls a time in the past when they talked about how they’d feel when their children were grown. Now, they are at that point where they can actually reminisce about those things.

5. 1994 , Alec Benjamin

“ Campbell's chicken noodle soup when you stay home from school. Remember watching MTV when there was still music for you? Just a kid on Cholla Street from my city built in the sand. My father said, ‘You'll be a man, be a man, be a man.’ ”

If you grew up in the 1990s, this song might make you nostalgic. It has a number of references to popular culture icons and events of that decade.

This song is also about the painful realities of life and growing up.

6. Memories , Maroon 5

“ Here's to the ones that we got. Cheers to the wish you were here, but you're not. ‘Cause the drinks bring back all the memories of everything we've been through. Toast to the ones here today. Toast to the ones that we lost on the way. ‘Cause the drinks bring back all the memories. And the memories bring back, memories bring back you. ”

Here’s a song that honors the people who were part of our lives, but are no longer with us. It is also a reflection on past experiences.

7. Refrigerator Door , Luke Combs

“ With all those pictures hanging side by side, forgotten memories from another time. And all the places that I've been before, couple magnets, recipes, and Polaroids. Yeah, but that's my life on the ‘frigerator door. ”

Our lives can sometimes be summarized with a montage of photographs.

In this song, a man reminisces about his life, and the time when several items, including old pictures and some recipes, were placed on his refrigerator door.

These items may seem trivial to others, but to the man, they represent treasured memories from his life.

8. Yesterday Once More , Carpenters

“ All my best memories come back clearly to me. Some can even make me cry just like before. It's yesterday once more. ”

This song demonstrates the power of music to transport us back to memorable moments in our lives.

According to this song, music has the power to evoke deep emotions in us, even moving the narrator to tears with the lyrics and melody.

9. Your Wildest Dreams , The Moody Blues

“ Once beneath the stars, the universe was ours. Love was all we knew, and all I knew was you. I wonder if you know, I wonder if you think about it. Once upon a time, in your wildest dreams. ”

We can’t help but remember the people who were once part of our lives. This song is about wondering how a former romantic partner is doing after years of being separated from them.

There is a hint of wistfulness as the narrator wonders if his former lover also thinks about him from time to time.

10. I Remember You , Skid Row

“ Remember yesterday, walking hand in hand. Love letters in the sand, I remember you. And through the sleepless nights, through every endless day I'd wanna hear you say, I remember you. ”

A good number of songs about memories are about moments shared together with past loves.

This song recalls a special person that the narrator definitely hasn’t forgotten, even after all the years that have passed.

11. Every Mile a Memory , Dierks Bentley

“ Every mile, a memory, every song, another scene from some old movie going back in time, you and me. Every day, a page turned down, every night, a lonesome sound. Like a freight train rolling through my dreams, every mile, a memory. ”

This song alludes to the adage, “ You don’t know what you’ve got until it’s gone. ”

In it, the narrator misses someone and reminisces about their time together. The lyrics take inspiration from Bentley’s life, at the time when he was newly married and had to leave home to tour as a musician.

12. Some Things Never Change (Frozen 2 OST) , Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, Josh Gad, and Jonathan Groff

“ Some things never change. Turn around and the time has flown. Some things stay the same, though the future remains unknown. May our good luck last. May our past be past. Time's moving fast, it's true. Some things never change and I'm holding on tight to you. ”

This song is about the passage of time, the experiences we’ve shared with loved ones, and the hope that things will stay the same in the future.

It is a reminder to cherish each moment you spend with loved ones to tide you over when times change.

13. Memories Can’t Wait , Talking Heads

“ Everything is very quiet. Everyone has gone to sleep. I'm wide awake on memories. These memories can't wait. ”

This is an urgent call to remember the past. It’s almost as, if we don’t pay attention to the memories, they’ll forever disappear and be forgotten.

14. I Will Remember You , Sarah McLachlan

“ I will remember you. Will you remember me? Don't let your life pass you by. Weep not for the memories. ”

This bittersweet song is about a person’s memory of someone she cared about in the past. Even though the person is gone from her life, she still remembers them.

The narrator expresses her regret that the two of them weren’t able to express what they truly felt for each other when they were still together.

Nevertheless, she understands that the memories they shared shouldn’t stop her from moving on.

15. Old Photographs , Jim Capaldi

“ Old photographs and places I remember. Just like a dying ember that's burned into my soul. ”

In this song, the narrator is aware of the passage of time and reminisces about a person he used to love. He also remembers the good old days, when life was simpler.

These memories are kept fresh in his mind by the photographs he keeps of those times.

16. Photograph , Nickelback

“ Every memory of looking out the back door. I had the photo album spread out on my bedroom floor. It's hard to say it, time to say it. Goodbye, goodbye. ”

Here’s another song where pictures serve as the gateway to the past. Here, the narrator reminisces about his hometown and childhood/youth, and several old photographs help jog his memory of those years.

This song is also a reflection about choices. The narrator wonders if life would have been better if he’d made different choices or if it’s better to accept things as they are, finally saying goodbye to the past ?

17. I Will Remember , Toto

“Even when love has come and gone and our hearts have moved along, I will remember. There was a time we had the trust and that always was enough. I will remember. I will remember you.”

This song is a recollection of a former love. Even when the relationship is over, the narrator vows to always keep the person in his memory.

18. Springsteen , Eric Church

“ When I think about you, I think about 17. I think about my old Jeep. I think about the stars in the sky. Funny how a melody sounds like a memory, like the soundtrack to a July Saturday night. Springsteen. ”

In this song, a guy remembers a former girlfriend. A particular song triggers the memory of those days, once again validating the power of music to transport us to another time.

There are many allusions in this song to Bruce Springsteen, including his song Glory Days , which is also about memories of the past.

19. (You Want to) Make a Memory , Bon Jovi

“ I dug up this old photograph. Look at all that hair we had. It’s bittersweet to hear you laugh. Your phone is ringing, I don’t wanna ask. ”

In this song, the narrator catches up with a former romantic partner. He shows a photograph of the two of them and bittersweet memories come flooding in.

Tithe narrator invites his former partner to stay with him, offering to write her a song just so she can stay a bit longer.

20. Choke , OneRepublic

“ I, I’ll keep a picture of you on the wall, of you on the wall and choke on the memories. I’ll keep a message of you if you call, of you if you call and choke on the memories. ”

The memory of a loved one who’s gone from our lives can make us choke up.

This song is about remembering a former romantic partner. The relationship is over, but the narrator still hangs on to the possibility that this person will contact them again.

Even if their interaction would bring back bad memories, they will cherish the idea of a possible reunion.

21. Memories , Shawn Mendes

“ Let's write our story. And let's sing our song. Let's hang our pictures on the wall. All these precious moments that we carved in stone are only memories after all. ”

This song is about remembering the times you shared with someone special.

Everything that happens will one day be a memory—even those experiences and emotions we once thought were permanent.

22. Memories , Elvis Presley

“ Memories, pressed between the pages of my mind. Memories, sweetened through the ages just like wine. ”

This song is a tribute to the memories we share with special people in our lives. There is often a wistfulness to return to those happy moments.

Those happy memories become a salve as the years go by, and they can be recalled with happiness.

23. Young , Kenny Chesney

“ We were wannabe rebels who didn't have a clue. In our rock ‘n' roll T-shirts, and our typically bad attitudes. Had no excuses for the things that we'd done. We were brave, we were crazy, we were mostly young… ”

Ah, to be young and free from responsibilities! This song reminisces about youth and those carefree days when no one expected you to be responsible.

You were free to be yourself and make mistakes that became lessons for growth.

24. Castle on the Hill , Ed Sheeran

“ And I'm on my way, I still remember these old country lanes. When we did not know the answers. And I miss the way you make me feel and it's real. We watched the sunset over the castle on the hill. ”

In this song, the narrator recalls heartwarming memories about his youth spent in a place where he felt he truly belonged. This song is also about longing to go back to that place one considers to be their home .

25. These Memories , Hollow Coves

“ Now I'm far away, these memories still remain. Now I'm far away, you stay with me the same. ”

In this song, the narrator reminisces about the wonderful times he shared with friends. Even when they are far apart, the memories of their time together keep their friendship strong.

26. These Are the Days of Our Lives , Queen

“ Those were the days of our lives, yeah. The bad things in life were so few. Those days are all gone now, but one thing's still true. When I look and I find I still love you. ”

This song reminds us to cherish the beautiful moments in our lives. They will be a source of joy in the years to come.

This song also acknowledges that we will all encounter difficult moments. But hopefully there’s won’t be a lot of them!

27. Graduation (Friends Forever) , Vitamin C

“ As we go on, we remember all the times we had together. And as our lives change, come whatever, we will still be friends forever. ”

This is the quintessential graduation song, where the shared experiences of a graduating class are honored, along with their individual dreams.

Even when friends go their separate ways to fulfill their personal goals, they promise to remember the times they’ve shared and remain friends.

28. Good Memories , Cochren & Co.

“ We're gonna have some good times with good friends, making good memories. A little bit of sunshine and good vibes. Yeah, that's all we need. And we ain't gonna worry, ain't in a hurry. Everything is going our way. We're gonna have some good times with good friends, making good memories. ”

This song pays tribute to good friends and the wonderful memories shared with them. It reminds us that these wonderful memories often come from the simplest activities, where the emphasis is on being present in the moment.

29. Moments to Remember , The Four Lads

“ Though summer turns to winter and the present disappears, the laughter we were glad to share will echo through the years. When other nights and other days may find us gone our separate ways, we'll have these moments to remember. ”

This song is about a group of friends who shared a lot of good times together. These experiences create enough wonderful memories to last them a lifetime.

More importantly, the experiences keep their bond strong, even when they go their separate ways.

30. Photograph , Ed Sheeran

“ We keep this love in a photograph. We made these memories for ourselves. Where our eyes are never closin', hearts are never broken. And time's forever frozen still. ”

In this song, a photograph serves as a reminder of a loved one who’s gone away.

The relationship may have gone through some ups and downs, but there is a wish for time to stand still and only happy memories to be preserved, just like in a photograph.

31. Those Were the Days , Mary Hopkin

“ Those were the days, my friend. We thought they'd never end. We'd sing and dance forever and a day. We'd live the life we choose. We'd fight and never lose. For we were young and sure to have our way. La la la la… ”

This is a recollection of those times when a person was young and carefree, without a thought for what the future might bring. However, young people eventually grow old. Now, the singer finds themselves dealing with the demands of life.

When they meet with their friends again, they reminisce about the good times they shared in the past.

32. Sunrise, Sunset , Perry Como

“ Is this the little girl I carried? Is this the little boy at play? I don't remember growing older. When did they? When did she get to be a beauty? When did he grow to be so tall? Wasn't it yesterday when they were small? ”

In this song, a father has a fond recollection of the time when his children were still little. Now, he realizes—with a certain amount of pride—that they’ve grown.

He also realizes that he’s getting older. He marvels at the passage of time and the cycle of the seasons of life.

33. Times of Your Life , Paul Anka

“ The laughter and the tears, the shadows of misty yesteryears. The good times and the bad you've seen and all the others in between. Remember. Do you remember the times of your life? ”

This song encourages listeners to look back on their lives and recall significant moments.

What moments were joyful? Which periods of their lives were more sorrowful than others?

Expressing gratitude is one way of honoring those moments.

34. In My Life , The Beatles

“ There are places I'll remember, all my life, though some have changed. Some forever, not for better. Some have gone and some remain. ”

This song is a stroll down memory lane. In it, the narrator shares his recollections about the places he’s been, as well as memories of a person he loved and cannot forget.

35. The Song Remembers When , Trisha Yearwood

“ After taking every detour, gettin' lost and losin' track so that even if I wanted, I could not find my way back. After drivin' out the memory of the way things might have been. After I'd forgotten all about us, the song remembers when. ”

Sometimes, we wish to erase a memory because of the pain it brings.

However, this song shows the power of a song to bring even the most unwelcome memories back.

In it, a woman tries everything in her power to forget a failed relationship and a lost love. However, when she least expects it, she hears a song that brings back all the memories of this painful part of her life.

36. Reminiscing , Little River Band

“ Hurry, don't be late. I can hardly wait. I said to myself when we're old, we'll go dancing in the dark, walking through the park, and reminiscing. ”

While the narrator in the previous song has to deal with a painful recollection, this next song is quite the opposite. It is about a happy memory of the past shared with the person one loves.

In it, the narrator recalls with joy the early days of his relationship with his girlfriend. Years have passed since then, and the happiness he feels hasn’t waned.

37. Try to Remember , Ed Ames

“ Deep in December it's nice to remember, although you know the snow will follow. Deep in December it's nice to remember, without the hurt the heart is hollow. Deep in December it's nice to remember the fire of September that made us mellow. Deep in December our hearts should remember and follow. ”

This song is a reminder that difficult experiences are important. We need to appreciate those painful memories, as they are necessary for us to develop inner strength and the capacity to love deeply.

38. Holdin’ on to Yesterday , Ambrosia

“ I keep holdin' on to yesterday. I keep holdin' on enough to say that I'm wrong, wrong, wrong to keep holdin' on. My yesterdays have all gone by. ”

Sometimes, we feel a deep regret for things we did or didn’t do in the past.

In this song, the narrator finds that his actions in the past are now haunting him. The realization that he made a mistake by letting go of a person he truly loves comes too late.

39. Grandpa (Tell Me ‘Bout the Good Old Days) , The Judds

“ Did lovers really fall in love to stay and stand beside each other come what may? Was a promise really somethin' people kept, not just somethin' they would say? Did families really bow their heads to pray? Did daddies really never go away? Whoa-oh, Grandpa, tell me 'bout the good old days. ”

Seeing how people struggle in today’s society can often make one wish to go back to the “good old days,” when many people believed in family values.

In this song, a girl pleads for her grandpa to tell her about wonderful days when families did things together and parents were both present in the child’s life.

40. Memory Lane , Old Dominion

“ Thinkin' 'bout those sunsets that bled into jean jacket nights, those tangled up mornings lost in paradise. Still drunk on the feeling when I close my eyes. You're pulling me closer, your head on my shoulder. We'd never let go and we'd never be over. ”

This is a wistful song about a relationship that has long been over. However, the narrator wishes he was still with the person he loved, so he recalls the happy memories he shared with her.

41. Time Passages , Al Stewart

“ Well, I'm not the kind to live in the past. The years run too short and the days too fast. The things you lean on are the things that don't last. Well, it's just now and then, my line gets cast into these time passages. There's something back here that you left behind Oh, time passages. Buy me a ticket on the last train home tonight. ”

This song is about remembering things from the past.

These memories may or may not be important, but the mind churns out this movie about who you were, and you’re the only one who can decide what lessons to take from those past experiences.

Final Thoughts on Songs About Memories

Music has the power to evoke emotions, spur us to action, and even take us back to the past.

Hopefully, this collection of songs about memory inspired you to celebrate your past, because it has had a major influence on the person that you are today.

If you enjoyed today’s article, you might want to check out the following posts featuring songs compiled for a specific topic:

• 43 Best Songs About Happiness and Good Times
• 57 Best Songs About Home: Leaving, Missing, and Coming Home
• 41 Best Songs About Life & the Lessons Along the Way

• The Adventures of an Expat Couple! Helping you make the move to live abroad.

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43 Epic Songs About Travel to Inspire Wanderlust

Music in its many forms can be a great way to transport you away to another place and help you travel from home or wherever you are. We have several travel themed playlists on our Spotify from road trip anthems to peaceful in-flight songs. Whatever your taste in music this epic playlist of songs about travel recommended by bloggers will have you wanted to hop in the car or book your next flight as soon as possible.

Vienna by Billy Joel

Submitted by Erin from Pina Travels

Vienna was written by Billy Joel and released in 1977. Billy Joel wrote the song after visiting his estranged, elderly father, who was living at the time in Vienna, Austria. There are many different interpretations of the song, but one of the most common is that the song positions Vienna as a metaphor for old age.

The lyrics caution about how important it is in life to slow down, to dream, and to get what you want (rather than getting old). The final lyric of the song goes, “Why don’t you realize, Vienna waits for you?” Meaning, we all will get old one day. In listening to the beautiful piano chorus of this song, I always feel motivated to chase after my travel dreams. And of course, to visit Vienna, Austria.

California Girls by The Beach Boys

Submitted by Ali from Diary of a Detour

My favourite travel song has to be California Girls by The Beach Boys.  It was released in 1970 and to me sums up the Californian vibe perfectly.  When we were travelling on a road trip from Los Angeles to San Francisco it was on my playlist and it evokes a chilled, sunny, warm feeling.

As The Beach Boys sang, “I’ve been all around this great big world and I’ve seen all kind of girls…” but “I wish they all could be California Girls”!  This echoes my own feelings, having travelled to many different countries, but California is top of my list of places to revisit.

Born to be Wild by Steppenwolf

Submitted by Džangir from Dr Jam Travels

Born to Be Wild is a song performed by the band Steppenwolf. It was written by Mars Bonfire and recorded in 1968 for the Dunhill Records label. A year later it was on the soundtrack for the movie Easy rider that launched the song to the top of the charts.

The track essentially talks about riding on the open road and the freedom that comes with it, searching for adventure, and embracing nature. It is considered one of the first heavy metal songs. Also, it is inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. So, when you hit the open road this tune should be on your list for sure.

A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square by Vera Lynn

Submitted by Rosanna from Rosanna Etc

A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square is about a pair of lovers on a romantic moonlit walk through central London. Written in 1939 by Eric Maschwitz and Manning Sherwin it has become a jazz standard performed by artists all over the world including Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby and Nat King Cole.  It was incredibly popular in the UK during World War Two and became an anthem for couples reuniting, especially after it was recorded by ‘the Forces’ Sweetheart’ Dame Very Lynn whose songs helped raise morale across the country. Berkeley Square is one of the largest garden squares in London. It was created in the 18th century and whilst Nightingales are rarely heard in London anymore, it is a still a beautiful place to roam around with all of the best London hotels, shops and restaurants nearby. 

Guaranteed by Eddie Vedder

Recommended by Martina & Jürgen from PlacesofJuma

 Guaranteed by Eddie Vedder, the singer of Pearl Jam, is a true classic among the most popular and best travel songs. This song was written in 2007 for the fantastic film “Into The Wild” and even won a Golden Globe in the category “Best Film Song”. If you haven’t seen this travel film, you should definitely watch it NOW.

The song Guaranteed basically embodies the struggle to go back to the simplest way of life. A very moving and especially touching song about the gift of life, about the freedom we have and also to realise it.

On Top of the World by Imagine Dragons

Submitted by John from Your Destination is Everywhere

“On Top of The World” by Imagine Dragons is a masterpiece released in 2012. Although it can be interpreted in many different ways, I think the song is ultimate about not giving up on your dreams. We all have big dreams and we all work hard in pursuing them. If you are on this blog, then chances are, you want to travel. In the song’s chorus, it says that when you’ve finally made it, you’re standing “on top of the world”, whatever that may mean for you. You will smile, look down, and try to take it all in. Overall, this song is a beautiful reminder that success takes time, your hard work will pay off, the risks you take will pay off, and your dreams will come true. So keep pushing and don’t give up just yet.

A Horse With No Name by America

Submitted by Camille from  Everything Yoga Retreat

A Horse With No Name is a popular song from the folk rock band band America. It was released in 1971 in Europe, and in early 1972 in the United States. It is one the band’s most successful songs. 

This song is about a trip through the desert, which is why it was originally titled ‘Desert Song’. Dewey Bunnell, the writer of the song, says he was inspired by his childhood travels through Arizona and New Mexico when he wrote the song at age 19. It was composed to capture the dry, hot feeling of the desert that had been pictured in a Salvador Dali painting. 

A Horse with No name is a very inspiring travel song, and it’s definitely a must-have on a road trip playlist. 

Down Under by Men at Work

Submitted by Audrey Chalmers from See Geelong 

Released in 1982 the song “Down Under” by Men At Work has inspired many travellers to visit Australia. 

The catchy tune was a smash hit with lyrics that were easy to sing along with. Written by Colin Hay, Down Under is a lighthearted celebration of the Australian culture and lifestyle. 

The lyrics feature Australian slang and drug terms such as “chunder” (vomit), “zombie” (marijuana), and a “vegemite (spread) sandwich”. 

The song tells the story of an Australian man who travels the globe telling the people he meets along the way about his home country “the land down under”. 

He travels the hippie trail, gets taken in by a strange lady, meets a man full of muscle in Brussels, and ends up lying in a den in Bombay all the while extolling the virtues of Australia “the land of plenty”. 

Down Under has become an unofficial national anthem that’s played at sporting events and in pubs and backpacker joints around the world. It’s always a crowd favourite. 

Life is a Highway by Rascal Flatts

Submitted by Kris from My Michigan Travel and Nilu from The Travelling CA

There’s no better song for inspiring you to get out on the road than “Life is a Highway,” originally released by Tom Cochrane from his album, Mad Mad World in 1991. This rock & pop version of the song was covered by Rascal Flatts as part of the soundtrack of Pixar’s  Cars  in 2005. The Rascal Flatts version became a hit, peaking at number 7 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.

The lyrics carry a deep meaning implying that life is a long road with no directions & no stops. You can’t really control anything in life, you just do the best you can. The singer is thankful for his life with its ups & downs. Life is after all just one really long roadtrip ; it’s up to you whether you’d want to have fun or sulk throughout the way! 

In addition to its lyrics about hitting the road, the song name checks a couple big cities – Memphis and Vancouver – and mentions Mozambique, which is fitting since Cochrane said that it was inspired by a visit to Africa for the World Vision famine relief organization. With its catchy chorus and upbeat lyrics like, “There’s a world outside every darkened door,” it’s the perfect soundtrack for a long drive, especially if you encounter any challenges along the way. If it doesn’t have you itching to pack your bags and go exploring, nothing will.

Galway Girl by Ed Sheeran

Submitted by Charlotte from Bursting My Bubbles

Galway girl is such an uplifting song from Ed Sheeran! Very aptly released on St Patrick’s day, 17th March 2017. This song hooks you from the beginning:

‘She played the fiddle in an Irish band, but she fell in love with an English man’.

These lyrics combined with the perfect mixture of Ed Sheeran’s well known guitar chords and traditional Irish music. As soon as it begins you just want to hop on a plane over to Ireland, in the song Sheeran depicts how one night he met an Irish girl and they fell in love. A heart-warming, relatable and yet dreamy love story, that gives you those excitable butterflies in your stomach. With just the prospect that this could happen, you’ll be wanting to visit Ireland for your very own Galway love story!

Passenger by Traveling alone

Submitted by Alexander and Cynthia from  Travel your Memories

Traveling alone by the Passenger is released in 2015 and is for sure one of the songs that motivate you to travel the world ! Traveling alone is one of those songs to relax and to wonder about places you would like to travel to. The song is self-explanatory, it has two separate stories of lovers who have experienced hardships that broke up their relationships. If you travel alone you can identify with the lyrics because traveling alone can sometimes hard.

The most beautiful part of the lyric in the song is the chorus. He sings “I’m loving a shadow”. That line has a deeper meaning in comparison to the rest of the song. This is a metaphor for loving someone you can’t be with. Easy explanation: a shadow is always with you but you can’t hold or keep it. “Loving a shadow” is loving the memory or the thought of someone. If you love to travel this thought is probably a trip you want to do. If you like songs like this we recommend listening to the whole album of Passenger called Whispers.

New York by Alicia Keys

Submitted by Ingrid from Christmas Time Made Easy

The song that most inspires travel for me is Alicia Key’s song New York Empire State Of Mind which was released in October 2009. Although this song is about New York, what I find most inspiring about it is how it represents that anything is possible, how we can all follow our dreams no matter who we are or where we are from. The lyrics:

‘In New York! Concrete jungle where dreams are made of, There’s nothing you can’t do now you’re in New York! These streets will make you feel brand new, Big lights will inspire you, now you’re in New York!’

This song inspires me to follow my dream to travel to New York and then from there the world awaits me. If I get to New York, I can go anywhere!

Knee Deep by The Zach Brown Band

Submitted by Jenny from Traveling Party of 4

Knee Deep by The Zach Brown Band with my favorite featured artist, Jimmy Buffett, was released in September 2010.  The song is about dreaming of experiencing a peaceful existence on the oceanfront and not worrying about anything — an ultimate vacation goal. My travel philosophy has evolved from ensuring that I experienced everything and didn’t miss out on any adventure while traveling to a much slower and more peaceful vacation experience.   Back in the day, I was exhausted when I returned from vacation.  This go-big-or-go-home way of life didn’t work after I had children.  AND I needed to chill out.   Nowadays, my ultimate vacation goal is rest, relaxation, peace, and wellness, and all of these things I find on the ocean.   When I hear the song “Knee Deep,” I think of losing myself in the warm crystal clear blue waters of the Caribbean , the sound of the crashing waves, and the salty scent of the sea.  And as the song states, “when you lose yourself, you find the key to paradise.”

Ramblin’ Rover by Andy Stewart of Silly Wizard

Submitted by Erica at Trip Scholars

Fellow rambling rovers with a strong sense of wanderlust will be inspired and find great humor in this Scottish classic which was released in 1985. Listeners are reminded that those who love to travel, “see the world and rove and wander, and are happier as a rule.” The lyrics talk of roaming from Orkney down to Dover, stretching fully across Great Britain , and eventually they extend to traveling around the world. The song concludes with a laugh as we are reminded that as we reach old age and the end of life, for those who have traveled over the years, “at least we tried!” Whether you are compiling a playlist of travel inspired songs with the help of this post or looking specifically for Scottish tunes to enjoy  before your trip to Scotland , add this rousing and beautiful acapella gem to your list.

Fast Car by Tracy Chapman

Submitted by Tanya from My Right Sock

Though originally not intended as a travel song, Fast Car by Tracy Chapman has a set of lyrics that will inspire you to leave everything behind and hit the road. Released in 1988, the song paints a wistful tale of escaping the everyday life in a ‘fast car’. The tenderness of Chapman’s vocals combined with the signature guitar riff makes the song absolutely arresting and a legendary piece of music.

 The rhythmic pace of Fast Car ties perfectly into the ending verse (“And I had a feeling that I belonged, that I could be someone”), fitting for a  romantic road trip . Upon its release, the song was an instant success and continues to be an enduring hit even three decades later.

Rocky Mountain High by John Denver

Submitted by Sarah from Our Little Lifestyle

Inspired by his move to Aspen, Colorado, John Denver wrote Rocky Mountain High with Mike Taylor in 1972 to describe the feeling he got while spending time in the Rocky Mountains. He likens his experience to coming home and finding a missing piece of himself that was missing. The song highlights the mountains and references the meteor shower above and the clouds below as well as the forest, and the streams. 

In the mid-1980s, with the song was at risk of being banned by stations nationwide, John Denver actually had to testify in front of Congress to explain the the “high” he is referencing is all-natural and one the mountains alone give you on a clear night or while you are camping with friends. 25 years later, the state of Colorado made Rocky Mountain High one of its official state songs. 

Waterloo Sunset by The Kinks

Submitted by David from Delve Into Europe

Waterloo Sunset by the Kinks is regarded by many as the anthem of London, but it was originally intended to be about the city of Liverpool instead. The song came to Kinks singer Ray Davies in a dream, partly inspired by his love of the Beatles, but he soon changed it to somewhere more familiar, Waterloo in central London. It was then recorded later in 1967.

Davies had seen many Waterloo sunsets in his childhood, having stayed long term at St Thomas’ Hospital there and watched at sunsets behind one of the most famous London landmarks , the Houses of Parliament.  The song is essentially an ode to London, mentioning the many taxi lights and people swarming around Waterloo Underground station, and it’s immensely evocative of the city to anyone familiar with it.

High on Life by Martin Garrix

Submitted by Jori from The Tejana Abroad

Whenever I want to get pumped up about a trip and travel in general, I listen to High on Life which was released in 2018. Although the song doesn’t mention specifically a certain destination, it is upbeat and talks about following a girl to the ends of the earth and living life to the fullest. It’s always a great listen for me when I may feel a bit burn out/exhausted during my trip. It also makes a great background music for any fun travel videos you might create!

The Nights by Avicii

Submitted by Em from That Travelista

“The Nights” is one of several well-known songs from the late Swedish DJ Avicii. It was first released in 2014 for digital download and is sung from the perspective of a man reminiscing on the lessons his father gave him as a young child.

Its inspiring lyrics include lines like “Go venture far beyond the shores, don’t forsake this life of yours,” “Son, don’t let it slip away … When you get older, your wild heart will live for younger days,” and, perhaps most poignantly, “One day you’ll leave this world behind, so live a life you will remember.”

These thought-provoking words from Nicholas Furlong in combination with Avicii’s signature euphoric and upbeat sound leave the listener inspired to face their fears, explore the world, and make the most of this one life we’ve each been given.

I’ve Been Everywhere by Hank Snow

Submitted by Sharon Henry of What The Saints Did Next

Possibly one of the most fun travel songs you’ll ever hear is, “I’ve Been Everywhere,” which topped the US country charts back in 1962 with Canadian singer, Hank Snow. It tells the story of a hitchhiker who catches a lift on a semi and in conversation with the trucker, boasts about the places he’s been. Rattling the names of 90+ locations, up and down North and South America in fast-paced, auctioneer-fashion.

The original version was written in 1959 by Australian, Geoff Mack and mentions 94 dots on the Aussie map. It reached the Sydney number one spot with singer, Lucky Star in 1962.

The song has been covered multiple times, more famously by the great Johnny Cash in 1996 with Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, later by Kacey Musgraves and was even featured in an episode of The Simpsons.

The song’s lyrics have been adapted globally with versions featuring, New Zealand, UK , Germany, Finland and many others. Try counting the number of places you’ve been, along with the well-travelled hitchhiker.

Sometimes I feel like I’m in Barcelona by D. Kay and E-Sassin

Submitted by Mal from  Raw Mal Roams

Sometimes I feel like I’m in Barcelona was released in 2004 and is about nostalgia and good memories from Barcelona. The author is saying that every time they hear this song, they want to go back. This is exactly how I feel when I hear this song. In the video clip, you can see all the main Barcelona sights such as Barceloneta Beach, La Rambla street, the Gothic Quarters, La Boqueria Market, and Casa Milo designed the Barcelona’s greatest architect – Antonio Gaudi. If you haven’t been to Barcelona yet, I strongly recommend listening to the song and watching the clip to get inspired. If you’ve been, also listen to the song. It will make you want to go back.

Mountain Sound by Of Monsters and Men

Submitted by Mia from Walk a While with Me

Released in 2012, “Mountain Sound” is a fabulous song by the Icelandic band Of Monsters and Men. While the song doesn’t feature any specific location per se, it inspires the desire for travel, nature, and adventure, with lyrics like “hold your horses now (we sleep until the sun goes down), through the woods we ran (deep into the mountain sound).”

While there are many interpretations to the lyrics of the song, from running away from your problems to escaping into the wilderness to join the fey folk, the overall atmosphere of the song remains the same: one of adventure and travel.

In all honesty, the entire Of Monsters and Men album “My Head is an Animal” is perfect for road trips (especially around Iceland!). Additionally, their song “Dirty Paws” was featured in the film “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty,” which is one of my absolute favorite travel films!

Barcelona by Freddie Mercury ft. Montserrat Caballé

Submitted by Vicki from Vicki Viaja

The song Barcelona by Freddie Mercury, the lead singer of the epic rock band Queen and the Catalan opera singer Montserrat Caballé is one of the most outstanding songs in the history of the Catalan capital Barcelona.

Although the song was initially released in 1987, it was not until 1992 that it became a terrific international success. Because then, half a year after Mercury’s death, the song became the anthem of the Olympic Games in Barcelona.

 This song is still associated with the city’s unique flair for many today and therefore belongs to every  visit to Barcelona . But even today, also younger audiences connect the famous song with Barcelona.

Last Mango in Paris by Jimmy Buffett

Submitted by Susan from Travel Guideline

The entire repertoire of songs by Jimmy Buffett is a travel inspiration for me, probably because I left part of my heart in the Florida Keys years ago. (And I return at least once a year to visit it!) But one that rings particularly true for me is “Last Mango in Paris” which was released in 1985. 

The song starts off with Jimmy saying he “went down to Captain Tony’s” to escape the Key West heat. Captain Tony’s is a famous bar in Key West; it’s the original home of the famous Sloppy Joe’s, which is just up the road at its current location. But it’s also where Jimmy got his start – they even paid him in tequila sometimes! 

As the song continues, you find it is about so much more than Key West. The gentleman that is the subject of the song has spent time in Paris, Vietnam, China, Brazil, and Africa . He has clearly spent his life exploring many parts of the planet! And the lyrics hint at adventure: He ate the last mango in Paris. He took the last boat out of China. He dodged bullets and slept under the stars. 

I hope when I’m old and people describe my life, it too has many destinations and stories to share.

On the Road Again by Willie Nelson

Submitted by Victoria from Guide Your Travel

On the Road again by Willie Nelson is the perfect road trip song. It’s fun and upbeat while describing wanderlust and the constant desire to get back out there and see the world. The song was first recorded in 1979 and even reached number one on the US billboard Country charts. Willie Nelson manages to combine a light-hearted country song with a desire to see the world not alone but with your friends. This is an absolute must-have for any travel playlist especially when it comes to road trips and getting back to travel.

Beer in Mexico by Kenny Chesney

Submitted by Bailey from Inspire with Quotes

Beer in Mexico is a fun-loving light-hearted song about, you guessed it, enjoying a beer in Mexico! It is a country song by Kenny Chesney that was released in 2007. In fact, this song was the first written by Kenny Chesney himself that reached number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country songs Chart.  

The easy-listening nature of this song can’t help but make you want to visit Mexico and enjoy a beer while sitting at the beach. Similar to  quotes about beaches , this song tells us about how being at the beach often makes you ponder life. It’s those moments of relaxation and stillness that make us think of our past and present life decisions. Listening to it will definitely make you want to book that plane ticket to Mexico! 

Wide Open Spaces by The Chicks

Submitted by Sophie from Just Heading Out

Wide Open Spaces by The Chicks (formerly the Dixie Chicks) is the title track of their fourth album, released in 1998. The song became a hit and spent four weeks at number 1 on the US country charts.

The song covers the theme of leaving home and exploring the world. The chorus goes “She needs wide open spaces, room to make her big mistakes”. In the song, a girl says goodbye to her parents as she sets out on her own for the first time. Although no specific places are named in the lyrics, the music video was filmed in the Rocky Mountains.

California Waiting by Kings of Leon

Submitted by Rai from A Rai Of Light

California Waiting is the fourth single taken from the Youth and Young Manhood album by the Kings of Leon. Released in 2004, it describes the negative aspects of fame, fortune, and flying around the world . These knock-on effects are amplified when in a relationship. The reference to California is the very real likelihood of the end of a relationship resulting from accomplishments in the industry. The track is a replacement version of the song that appears on their debut, the EP Holy Roller Novocaine. It was recorded in a rush to finish the record. However, the band members were not satisfied with the outcome and recorded this version instead. The song has the ability to take you on a journey, not only through its lyrics, but also through its underlying theme of escapism.

London Calling by The Clash

Submitted by Clotilde from A Princess Travelling with Twins

London Calling by The Clash, 1979 is an apocalyptic song about the impending doom of our planet with ecological and nuclear disaster just around the corner, but that’s only if you actually listen to all of the lyrics! To the casual listener the stirring opening line of “London calling to the faraway towns” is an invitation, almost a demand, to leave their faraway town to visit and explore this amazing city.

Thankfully, the picture of horror depicted has not come to pass, although we still have a journey ahead to live in harmony with our planet, but London has certainly got swing and it’s not drowning yet! If London is calling to you too then make sure you  plan a good itinerary  to efficiently take you around the great many sights and attractions of London but leave you with enough energy to enjoy it.

Voyage, Voyage by Desireless

Submitted by Elisa from France Bucket List

Voyage, Voyage, a song by the singer Desireless, is one of my favorite tunes for a  road trip in France . This French song was released in 1987, and it expresses the singer’s wish to travel far away, to exotic places far from her reality.

Sang entirely in French, there was a general surprise when it became a huge international success, even in non-francophone countries like the UK or Germany.

Even if the lyrics mention different places like the Amazon, Mount Fujiyama, India, Spain , or the Equator, this song is more about general travel (the idea of traveling to faraway places) than about a specific country.

I especially like this song in the summertime, when I drive south to the French coast or other places different from my reality in Paris.

Andalucia by John Cale

Submitted by Alison from Alison in Andalucia

‘Andalucia’ featured on John Cale’s 1973 album ‘Paris 1919’, his third solo album. The melody is far removed from the passion and vibrancy of the traditional flamenco sounds that are synonymous with Andalucia. With this tune, though, Cale has written a beautiful, almost fragile, song evocative of the mournful tracks he created with Lou Reed during his time in The Velvet Underground. From the opening line ‘Andalucia when can I see you’ Cale’s vocals are delicate and you can feel the emotion in his delivery of the lyrics, with his voice quivering as he sings about his yearning for Andalucia. Although the lyrics are somewhat vague and open to interpretation (is Cale singing about Andalucia itself, or about someone (a lover perhaps) from Spain?) there’s no denying the heartfelt emotions he displays as he sings his love letter to Andalucia. ‘Andalucia Castles and Christians, Andalucia come to stay’.

Surfin’ USA by The Beach Boys

Submitted by Ale from Sea Salt and Fog

Perhaps no other song perfectly encapsulates the all-American summer vibe like Surfin’ USA by The Beach Boys. Released in 1968, Surfin USA gives you a list of beautiful surfing locations to inspire your summer travels. From sunny San Diego beaches in Southern California, all the way to  Santa Cruz  in the north, The Beach Boys take you on a “surfari” of famous surf locales. Plus, as with most surf rock songs, the catchy beat will have you singing along in no time. If you’re longing for beach time during the hot summer months, this is the perfect song to transport you to the beautiful California coast. 

Roam by the B-52’s

Submitted by Alanna Koritzke from  Periodic Adventures

If you’re looking for the perfect travel song, then look no further. Roam is a gem by The B-52’s that came out in 1989. It praises traveling and encourages listeners to roam the world. Although it doesn’t name any specific destination, lyrics like “kick through continents” and “roam around the world” are sure to inspire your next travels. Plus, Kate Pierson and Cindy Wilson sing about the wilderness, dusty trails, airstrips, sunsets, and more! It’s a great road trip song or perfect for sparking your wanderlust anytime!

Somewhere Over The Rainbow by Israel Kamakawiwo’ole

Submitted by Alexandra from Perfect Day To Play

“Somewhere Over the Rainbow ” by Israel Kamakawiwoʻole (1993) is one of those unique songs that instantly sets you into a “vacation mode” and teleports your thoughts to the Hawaii paradise! You can smell the sweet aroma of tropical flowers and hear the bluebirds fly past you on your way to the beach. Feel hot sand between your toes, while the ocean is gently brushing your feet. You marvel at countless rainbows crisscrossing the sky while the soft cool mist from a nearby waterfall is caressing your skin.

It is easy to imagine yourself at the top of Haleakala Volcano at sunset watching demi-God Maui rolling the Sun across the horizon and drowning it in the ocean. An hour later find yourself amidst the mind blowing night sky sparkling with distant stars. And so you can’t help but tune in with IZ’s ukulele and sing along “…someday I’ll wish upon a star to wake up where the clouds are far behind me…” 

Shotgun by George Ezra

Submitted by Dymphe from Dym Abroad

One of the most travel inspiring songs is “Shotgun” by George Ezra. This is a song that was released in the year 2018, and it became a very popular song worldwide. This song is all about travel. It is about discovering new places, which inspires you to do the same. It is about architecture that is different and about a difference in atmosphere of the place he visits.

Moreover, the artist wrote the song when he was in Barcelona, but it features the country of Australia. This is not very obvious, but in the song, you can hear about the colours yellow and green, and he sings about the country being south of the equator and about the activity of deep-sea diving .

Africa by Toto

Submitted by Sharon from Tasmania Explorer

Released in 1982, Africa is a song I have been listening to all of my life. It made it to number one in the US and Canadian charts and the top 10 in many others. The song is meant to be about a love of Africa and the lyrics mention such places as Mount Kilimanjaro and the Serengeti. It’s easy to imagine travelling round the plains of Africa while listening to it.

When I finally made it to Africa in 2017, we did play this song as we drove around and it captured the landscape well. It’s a super catchy song and one definitely worth adding to your travel inspiration playlist

Montana by Owl City

Submitted by Jen Ambrose and Ryan Victor from Montana Discovered

If you’re someone who’s ever dreamed of life under the big sky, Owl City’s song “Montana” will speak to your heart. The band’s one-man wonder Adam Young wrote the song in 2018 as a tribute both to the state and to his uncle who left the city to live there. The song is mainly about the area around Glacier National Park, the most famous part of the state and the home of its iconic jagged mountains.

Some of the lyrics are incredibly literal, telling the story of working in a restaurant, selling souvenirs, buying land, and building a cabin. But anyone who loves the outdoors will relate to lines like “Get lost in Montana / Where the mountains call you home.”

Kokomo by The Beach Boys

Submitted by Ruby from Voyage Florida

Kokomo by the Beach Boys was released in 1988 and was originally made for a film called “Cocktail”. While Kokomo is a made-up destination, it has inferred a lot of Caribbean destinations in the song.

The destinations in the chorus are Aruba, Jamaica, Bermuda, Bahamas , Key Largo, Montego (which presumably refers to Montego Bay, also in Jamaica). One verse mentions the Florida Keys, where there’s plenty of islands to visit like Key Largo, Islamorada, Key West, and Marathon. This part of the verse talks about having a drink , which is a quintessential thing to do on vacation in the islands!

Listen carefully and you will also hear references to Martinique, Montserrat, and Port Au Prince (Haiti). While Haiti is not really considered a Caribbean tropical island destination, it still counts as something, right?

It is a fun and quirky song that one can use as a Caribbean bucket list. It is fun to just sing the song in your head and try to tick off destinations you’ve visited (or may visit in the future).

Runaway by Janet Jackson

Submitted by Sundeep and Bedabrata from Delhi Fun Dos

Talk about the early years of MTV in India and the audience here was swept away by fancy music video culture. Singers and video producers got even more creative and the videos became a visual treat. If there was a song that inspired travel those days, it had to be Runaway by Janet Jackson.

Runway was released in the year 1995 and had a certain edginess about it that was hard to miss. Janet Jackson jumping from one famous monument or city to another – the pyramids to Eiffel Tower, it was travel goals written all over the music video. The  nath  (nose ring with chain) and  tagdi  (the ornamental waist belt) made a beautiful India connection. Runaway was a complete package in fashion, entertainment, worldview and inspiration and is like a travel mantra even today.

Road Trippin’ by Red Hot Chili Peppers

Submitted by Nicole at Affordable Family Travel

Road Trippin’ by Red Hot Chilli Peppers was released in 1999.  The song is about driving the Pacific Coast Highway in sunny California. It references “west of the one” several times which is a reference to California State Route 1 also known as the Pacific Highway, which is the famous scenic route along the California coast. Road trippin’ also mentions, Big Sur which is a scenic town on Highway However, the song captures essence of a road trip with lyrics like “Fully loaded we got snacks and supplies”.  This song is great for when you are cruising down a highway with the sun shining “just a mirror for the sun”.

Down in The Valley by The Head and The Heart

Submitted by Rachita from Meander Wander

Down in the Valley by the folk band, The Head and the Heart, was released in 2010 and is one of my favorite travel songs. Although the song is more about the existential crisis, personally, what I love about this song is how it talks about all the places that are there to visit in this world. When you hear this song and listen to the lyrics lamenting about so many places to discover, it transports you straight into these beautiful valleys that the songwriter is talking about. This is one song that talks about how these amazing places are where you would find most travellers exploring or staying at. 

I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles) by The Proclaimers

Submitted by Ania from The Travelling Twins The Proclaimers is a band of twin brothers from  Scotland  singing about everyday life experiences. The album, Hollywood Soundtracks, is an excellent soundtrack to any road trip. Released in 1987 and consisting of 12 tracks offers an interesting mix between alternative rock songs like “I Would Walk 500 Miles” with the Celtic sound on other tracks such as “My Love will not Let you Down.” I first heard “500 miles on the road trip to Scottish Highlands and couldn’t get the song out of my mind. Later I rediscovered it while watching “How I Met Your Mother”, where Ted and Marshal had the song on their mixtape for the road trip. If you’re feeling stuck and need a change of scenery, switch on “I Would Walk 500 Miles” and hit the road. 

Margaritaville by Jimmy Buffett

Submitted by Lynn from Be Your Own Travel Guide

Say the word vacation, and visions of sandy beaches, palm trees, and crystal-clear water often come to mind. There is no better song to transport you visually on vacation than Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville. Listening to this breezy tune instantly puts you at ease and dreaming of better, lazy days spent in paradise.

Often considered to be the father of ‘island escapism’, Jimmy Buffett has many hits songs that center around his beach-bum image. His band, the Coral Reefers, spend their days in the tropics, drawing inspiration for their next song. Margaritaville so embodied the relaxing ideal of vacation that it led to the creation of the Margaritaville brand – a collection of hotels, restaurants, and stores that promote relaxation at every turn. With locations all across North America and as far as Sydney, Australia, you do not need to travel far for a good time.

What an incredible list of songs about travel! I hope this post has inspired your wanderlust, it certainly made us want to hop on a plane and we have created a whole new travel songs playlist from these recommendations!

For more wanderlust inspiration check out these posts:

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Steph is the main writer of Book It Let's Go! and is arguably the better half of the couple. She is an expat originally from England currently residing in St Kitts where she teaches veterinary students. In 2019 Steph packed up her old life, her husband Lewis, and their 2 cats in to leave the cold and wet behind in exchange for beaches and palm trees. Now she has made the leap to move abroad she has no plans to return anytime soon and wants to help others make the leap to move abroad too. Steph is currently enjoying being based in the Caribbean and doing some island hopping while planning her next big adventure with Lewis.

Some songs just capture your wanderlust in an effortless way. Music has the capability of being the soundtrack to your life. Sometimes you may have a hard time putting your feels into words, so there's no better feeling than finding a song that can do it for you. Music has a way of lifting you up or comforting you when you're feeling blue. If you've caught an incurable case of the travel bug, then you'll be happy to know that there are some songs that'll speak to your wandering soul. These song lyrics about travel will capture your wanderlust and hold you over until your next journey.

Every travel lover has a favorite book or movie that inspires them to explore. Do you have a special song that fuels your wanderlust? We all want to hit the road, and many songs exist to capture that desire. Most of us don't have the desire to travel 24/7, so these songs make it easier to wait. They'll keep you excited for that big trip you have planned. They'll keep you dreaming until the day you're able to cross those goals off of your travel bucket list. Sometimes, the wait can feel unbearable, but these travel lyrics will make things a little easier until your next fix.

1. "Never looking down I'm just in awe of what's in front of me" — Empire of The Sun, "Walking On A Dream"

2. "See the world in green and blue. See China right in front of you. See the canyons broken by cloud." — U2, "Beautiful Day"

3. "We are always running for the thrill of it thrill of it." — Empire of The Sun, "Walking On A Dream"

4. "Wanna feel the warm breeze. Sleep under a palm tree. Feel the rush of the ocean. Get on board a fast train. Travel on a jet plane, far away." — Kelly Clarkson, "Breakaway"

5. "Tell everybody I’m on my way. New friends and new places to see. With blue skies ahead, yes I’m on my way." — Phil Collins, "On My Way"

6. "I wish that I could fly, into the sky, so very high, just like a dragonfly. I'd fly above the trees, over the seas in all degrees, to anywhere I please." — Lenny Kravitz, "Fly Away"

7. "Take me on a trip, I'd like to go some day. Take me to New York, I'd love to see LA. I really want to come kick it with you." — Estelle and Kanye West, "American Boy"

8. "I may not know it. But these are the moments that I'm going to remember most, yeah." — Miley Cyrus, "The Climb"

9. "We were staying in Paris. To get away from your parents. You look so proud, standing there with a frown and a cigarette, posting pictures of yourself on the Internet, out on the terrace." — The Chainsmokers, "Paris"

10. "I live for the nights that I can't remember with the people that I won't forget" — Drake, "Show Me A Good Time"

11. "If you like piña coladas and getting caught in the rain." — Rupert Holmes, "Escape"

12. "But hold me fast, hold me fast, cause I’m a hopeless wanderer." — Mumford & Sons, "Hopeless Wanderer"

13. "Woke up in London yesterday, found myself in the city near Piccadilly." — OneRepublic, "Good Life"

14. "They call me the wanderer." — Dion, "The Wanderer"

15. "You belong among the wildflowers, you belong in a boat out at sea. Sail away, kill off the hours. You belong somewhere you feel free." — Tom Petty, "Wildflowers"

16. "Gonna travel, gonna travel wild and free. I’m gonna pack my bags because this great big world is calling me" — Elvis Presley, "Harem Holiday"

17. "I wanna kiss you in Paris. I wanna hold your hand in Rome" — Madonna, "Justify My Love"

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The TV presenter and author’s personal selection basks in memories of Route 66, Marseille, Tokyo and Miami Vice

Don’t Lose Your Mind by Miles Davis

My dad passed away in December 2019. Shortly before he died, after reading my book Afropean, Dad told me to listen to Miles Davis ’s output during the 1980s, specifically “the Miles Davis reggae track” from the album Tutu. Despite winning a Grammy, this album emerged during Davis’s late period, when his star was burning out (with a cameo as a pimp in Miami Vice, and so on), and isn’t necessarily the era jazz aficionados look to when talking about Miles. To me, though, it evokes a sort of experimental, peripheral black space – out of sync with expectations, yet the ultimate expression of the African diaspora. I could imagine this music providing the score to an independent film noir by Melvin Van Peebles, for instance. Tutu transports me to that imaginative African geography known as “the Black Atlantic”, and was the album that got me through 2020; don’t lose your mind, indeed. Thank you, Dad.

Glimmer in the Wind by Junichi Kamiyama

During this summer’s lockdown I spent some of my newly found spare time digitising my family’s old Video8 footage from our trips to Japan during the late 80s, when my dad was in the Asia tours of Starlight Express. As I watched the tapes back, it occurred to me to try Shazaming some of the ambient music playing in the background in footage of our strolls through various futuristic shopping plazas and hotel lobbies. Using 21st-century technology, these mysterious, anonymous jingles from Japan in the late 20th century were suddenly revealed to me. This piece, what I now know to be Glimmer in the Wind by Junichi Kamiyama, was playing in footage of me as a five-year-old wandering through an aquarium at the top of a Tokyo skyscraper. I was able to pass on this soundscape to my daughter, who was born to it in October.

Cry by Godley and Creme

We spent the first lockdown with my mom in Sheffield, where a guilty pleasure of mine was watching Miami Vice on her TV. Whatever you want to say about the glorification of violence and the stereotyping of communities, what remains, even if unintentionally, is a portrait of everyone’s idea of what the 1980s were and specifically of the city of Miami. It was a joy to spend my evenings in seedy discotheques, hinterlands of faded art deco in pastel colours, and flickering neon signs. And the cameos! Miles Davis, Frank Zappa, James Brown, Isaac Hayes and Sheena Easton all made unexpected and often hilarious appearances. But the real reason to justify watching Miami Vice is the soundtrack – it’s a guide through the era’s hits and misses. In one haunting episode, in a beach scene at the end, Godley and Creme’s Cry is playing in the background and I had that lovely, vague recollection you get when you half-remember a half-hit from the past.

The Sea by Morcheeba

My brother and sister are 12 and 11 years older than me respectively, so though I’m technically millennial I’ve always identified more with Generation X, especially when it comes to music. Generation X had their dark moments, don’t get me wrong, but there was certainly a feeling that the future, even if dystopian, was a multicultural one. I have an iTunes playlist called Backpacker Bliss, which is a compilation of mellow, travel-inspired trip-hop and electronic music between 1998 and 2001, stuff from The Beach soundtrack, Air, Sneaker Pimps and so on. This music was made during an era of optimistic globalisation, before 9/11 laid bare the cultural and geopolitical fractures beneath it all. Perhaps the most evocative album from this era is Morcheeba’s Big Calm, which spawned the single The Sea, used as the opening for the early seasons of Channel 4’s Shipwrecked. When I hear it I think of beach parties in the late 1990s that I never attended.

Dumb by Jam Baxter Feat. Trellion & Lee Scott

I’ve followed Lee Scott and some of the other members who make up or collaborate with the mega crew Cult of The Damned with interest since the mid-00s, when they individually began emerging into the underground UK hip-hop scene. The collective is a site of intergenerational multiculturalism, bridging the north-south divide, though certainly not a pretty one – they are the younger inheritors of a globalisation gone wrong, and their music often sounds like glitchy post-trip-hop. Jam Baxter – linked to COTD through the Blah Records label – made the album this track is from when the crew took a trip out to Thailand and stayed in a little hotel called 38 Mansion, got off their heads and made music and music videos. The result, sardonic nihilism, seems such an honest response to a chaotic world. I listen to it to siphon such emotions out of me.

Moomin TV soundtrack by Sumio Shiratori

As the father of a five-year-old and a newborn, I’m always thinking of ways we can enjoy hanging out without it being forced. It’s a matter of meeting halfway – I don’t want to pretend I love Frozen; my five-year-old doesn’t want to sit through Chris Marker ’s experimental 1980s documentaries. In Tampere, Finland, however, I found an elegant compromise when I stumbled into the Moomin Museum , and discovered the care and thought that Tove Jansson put into her characters (each one represents a different faction of society – Sniff the Capitalist, Snufkin is based on Janson’s old socialist mate, Too-Ticky is queer, etc).

The Japanese animated series of The Moomins is one of many great collabs between Europe and Japan during the 80s and 90s, and both cultures deal beautifully with the passing of seasons, so the series is visually rich and conjures atmospheres with Sumio Shiratori’s wonderful soundtrack. The winter episodes especially whisk me off to the Swedish/Finnish border, where I took my mom to stay in the Ice Hotel and see the aurora borealis .

Ballade (théme principal) by Stéphane Grappelli

I have an obsession with the music and graphic design of a series of CDs released by Universal Music Jazz France called Écoutez le Cinéma!, which focuses on mostly French film soundtracks of the 60s, 70s and 80s. This particular song is from the soundtrack to Les Valseuses, one of the most outrageous French films ever made. Though I remember finding it enjoyable when I watched it as a teenager, defending it as an adult in 2020 is untenable, but Stéphane Grappelli’s soundtrack distils some of the film’s unsavoury moments into the more innocent notions that first attracted me to the film – bohemian freedom, a sense of youthful whimsy, life beyond the confines of conservative norms. More specifically, the lazing, raffish soundtrack (which has a sort of French gypsy jazz feeling) – despite being made for a movie set in Valence – reminds me of the south of France, specifically Marseille, where I was living until lockdown.

Learn to Fly by FKJ Feat. Jordan Rakei

A rare moment of glamour for me this year came when I had my first solo exhibition of photographs at Foam gallery , Amsterdam. I was put up in a really nice hotel, and every morning I would have a lovely posh breakfast at the roof terrace restaurant to the sound of Jordan Rakei . But I have even fonder memories of Rakei. I was introduced to his mellow soul music back in 2013. I was driving a campervan from Brisbane to Sydney, and stopped off in Byron Bay . I made friends with some local surfers and an overnight stay turned into a week, and nearly a lifetime. At one party I remember a guy saying, “Why don’t you stay, we could use a guy like you”, referring to a sustainable farming community he was part of. I saw an alternative life flash before my very eyes: disappear and live in Byron Bay. I had a flashback to this when I returned from Amsterdam and had to quarantine for two weeks, shortly after which my second daughter, Sylvie, was born. I’m glad I didn’t stay in Byron Bay, but I’ve been playing a lot of Jordan Rakei recently!

Paradise by Sade

I feel the UK often doesn’t really know what to do with black artists who subvert what is expected of them. Sade is taken seriously across the world, in places like France, the States, Japan, and so on, but in the UK she is often treated as a cheesy lounge music act. For me Sade is the perfect music for consolation during rough times. Rarely do you feel that everything is fine in a Sade track – there’s always an undercurrent of melancholy, and yet the songs are mellow and evocative, helping you work through sombre moments. Sade takes you all over the world; one minute you’re on the Nigerian coast, then you’re in a cocktail bar in New York City, then, as with Paradise, a street festival in Mexico City. The music video to this song is as lovely as Queen Sade herself.

Calling You by Jevetta Steele

In 2012 I took a road trip along old Route 66, through Arizona and Nevada to California. Two things amazed me. One was that Route 66 is not a tourist trap – it’s a real deserted highway on which you pass through ghost towns ruined by the advent of interstate highways. I nearly ran out of petrol when my satnav led me to an abandoned gas station, and spent an anxious 40 minutes driving on empty through the desert in midday heat without passing another car or human being. The second thing was the light. I’m a fan of photographers like William Eggleston and Stephen Shore , who have both captured the faded Americana in this part of America in beautiful colour photography. But seeing it with my own eyes made their work a little less special, because all the raw materials were there: the perfect blue skies and fluffy clouds, the old Chevys gleaming under the sun in primary colours, the decaying Pepsi logo – no wonder my photographs of Sheffield never looked as sumptuous! Calling You, from the film Bagdad Cafe (which inspired my trip), always brings back dusty, golden memories.

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Travel Songs for Instagram Reels

In the ever-evolving world of social media, Instagram reels have emerged as a captivating platform for travelers to share their journeys in bite-sized, visually appealing clips. As you traverse the globe, documenting your adventures, the right soundtrack can transform your travel content from ordinary to extraordinary. To help you curate the most enthralling reels, we’ve compiled a handpicked selection of the best songs for travel reels. These trending travel reel songs will transport your viewers into the heart of your wanderlust experiences, evoking emotions and creating lasting impressions.

Each song on this curated list has been carefully chosen to enhance your travel reels, adding depth and emotion to your visual storytelling. Whether you’re road-tripping through picturesque landscapes, savoring the beauty of bustling cityscapes, or getting lost in the wilderness, these tracks will undoubtedly elevate the impact of your travel content.

So, are you ready to embark on a virtual journey with your followers? Let the power of music infuse your travel reels with magic, turning fleeting moments into lasting memories. Join us as we delve into the overview of each of these 30 mesmerizing travel songs, unleashing the full potential of your wanderlust adventures on Instagram. Get your cameras ready, hit the play button, and let the reels take flight!

1. “Sunroof” by Nicky Youre and dazy

2. “home” by edith whiskers, 3. “another love” by tom odell, 4. “somewhere only we know” by gustixa, 5. “in this shirt” by the irrepressibles, 6. “daylight” by david kushner, 7. “running up that hill (a deal with god)” by kate bush, 8. “makeba” by jain, 9. “love me again” by john newman, 10. “evergreen” by richy mitch & the coal miners, 11. “love nwantiti” by ckay, dj yo & ax’el, 12. “welcome home, son” by radical face, 13. “way down we go” by kaleo, 14. “take a moment to breathe.” by normal the kid, 15. “move me” by lavern, 16. “on top of the world” by imagine dragons, 17. “riptide” by vance joy, 18. “here comes the sun” by the beatles, 19. “can we kiss forever” by kina, 20. “still don’t know my name” by labrinth, 21. “get you the moon” by kina, 22. “golden hour” by jvke, 23. “hotline” by billie eilish (edit), 24. “woop baby” by letherette, 25. “tainted love” by trinix, 26. “smooth operator” by sade.

• 27. “Don’t Let Me Down” by The Chainsmokers

28. “Radio” by Lana Del Rey

29. “what a wonderful world” by imaginary future and kina grannis, 30. “as it was” by harry styles, travel songs for instagram reels, final thoughts.

Released year: 2022

“Sunroof” by Nicky Youre and dazy is a feel-good, catchy tune that’ll have you dancing and dreaming of adventure. With its upbeat rhythm and vibrant lyrics , it captures the essence of carefree road trips and sun-soaked escapades.

Imagine yourself with your head out the sunroof, cruising down the freeway at night, blasting your favorite tunes. The song’s joyful vibe and captivating imagery will transport you to a world of possibilities and excitement.

Perfect for Instagram travel reels, “Sunroof” sets the ideal backdrop for showcasing your adventures and wanderlust. Its infectious melody and lyrics about feeling brand new and embracing life’s simple pleasures will resonate with your followers, inspiring them to join you on your journey and seek their own moments of bliss.

So, get ready to hit the road, capture those beautiful moments, and let “Sunroof” be the soundtrack to your next epic travel reel. Happy adventures!

Released year: 2020

“Home” by Edith Whiskers is a heartfelt ode to love and companionship. The lyrics take us on a journey through various places and experiences, emphasizing the irreplaceable bond between two people. From Alabama to waterfalls and beyond, they share laughter, joy, and unconditional love.

This song is perfect for Instagram travel reels because it beautifully encapsulates the essence of wanderlust and adventure. As the catchy tune plays, viewers can relish the joy of exploring new places with a loved one, making memories together.

The catchy “la-la-la-la” part adds a whimsical touch, making it an ideal background for captivating visuals of breathtaking landscapes and exciting escapades. So, hit the road and let “Home” be the anthem of your thrilling travel reels!

Released year: 2013

“Another Love” by Tom Odell is a heartfelt ballad expressing a desire to show care and affection to someone special. Amidst the cold uncertainty, the singer reminisces about bringing daffodils that won’t bloom like before. He longs to kiss and make the person feel alright, but exhaustion hinders him from sharing his nights.

With a broken hand, he vows to use his voice to protect and be bold. However, he’s lost in past loves, and his tears have all been used up. Despite this, the song’s emotional depth and beautiful melody make it a perfect choice for Instagram travel reels, evoking a sense of wanderlust and connection to the beautiful moments shared.

“Somewhere Only We Know” by Gustixa is a heartfelt journey through memories and nostalgia.

The singer reminisces about walking through familiar paths, feeling complete by the river. As time passes, she longs for a simple place to rely on, seeking somewhere special to start anew. The fallen tree evokes memories of cherished love. With a desire to escape to a secret location, she yearns to talk about it with someone special in a place only she knows.

The song’s emotional depth and dreamy atmosphere make it a perfect soundtrack for Instagram travel reels, inspiring wanderlust and captivating viewers with its magical essence.

Released year: 2010

“In This Shirt” by The Irrepressibles takes you on a poignant journey of love and loss, where a fading rainbow symbolizes the passing of time and emotions. The haunting melody echoes the pain of separation, yet the shirt serves as a tangible connection to the beloved.

With a blend of melancholy and hope, the song’s deep emotions and evocative lyrics make it perfect for Instagram travel reels, allowing users to showcase their adventures while capturing the fleeting moments of joy and introspection amid the ever-changing landscapes.

Released year: 2023

“Daylight” by David Kushner is a captivating song that delves into the internal struggle between love and guilt. With soulful lyrics , it beautifully captures the entangled emotions of two sinners, seeking redemption while hiding their sins from the world.

The juxtaposition of love and hate creates a gripping atmosphere, perfect for Instagram travel reels. Its evocative melody and meaningful lyrics would add depth to visual storytelling, making it a great choice to enhance travel footage and evoke emotions in viewers. So, give it a listen and let the song’s essence elevate your travel experiences!

Released year: 1985

“Running Up That Hill (A Deal with God)” by Kate Bush is a captivating song that explores the desire for change and the willingness to make a deal with a higher power. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of running towards new heights, both physically and emotionally, as the protagonist seeks a different perspective.

This song is great for Instagram travel reels because its powerful and uplifting melody, combined with the themes of transformation and adventure, perfectly complements breathtaking travel footage. The lyrics’ message of pushing boundaries and striving for new experiences resonates with the spirit of exploration and discovery, making it an ideal soundtrack for showcasing exciting journeys on social media.

So, if you’re looking to elevate your travel content, this song is an excellent choice to fuel wanderlust and inspire your audience!

Released year: 2015

“Makeba” by Jain is a mesmerizing and rhythmic track that will make you want to move your body. The catchy “oohe” chorus and infectious beats will get you dancing for sure. The lyrics celebrate the beauty of Makeba, who embodies the real essence of human rights and the spirit of Mama Africa.

With its vibrant and energetic vibe, this song is perfect for Instagram travel reels. As you explore different destinations, the lively rhythm will match the excitement of your adventures.

Whether you’re dancing on a beach, hiking through nature, or capturing the local culture, “Makeba” will add a captivating touch to your travel content and keep your audience grooving along. So, get ready to dance your way through your travel adventures with this incredible tune! Ooohe!

In “Love Me Again” by John Newman, the singer reflects on past mistakes, seeking redemption and love. With powerful lyrics and a compelling melody, he rises above his wrongdoings and finds strength within.

The song’s emotional journey, coupled with its catchy chorus, makes it perfect for Instagram travel reels, as it complements captivating visuals of personal growth, breathtaking destinations, and new beginnings, resonating with viewers’ hearts and inspiring them to explore and love again.

Released year: 2017

“Evergreen” by Richy Mitch & The Coal Miners is a soul-stirring anthem that delves into the struggle of being trapped between opposing forces. The lyrics portray a tense battle, with vivid imagery of a rock and a hard place, and the determination to stand firm despite the odds.

The song’s emotive storytelling is perfect for Instagram travel reels, where it can amplify adventurous journeys and inspire viewers to conquer their own challenges with unwavering resilience.

“Love Nwantiti” by CKay, DJ Yo, and AX’EL is a captivating Afrobeat love anthem that exudes passion and joy. The song beautifully describes a deep connection between two lovers, with catchy rhythms and an infectious chorus that will have you singing along.

The vibrant melody and engaging lyrics create an irresistibly feel-good vibe, perfect for travel reels on Instagram. Its energetic beats and romantic theme make it a fantastic soundtrack to showcase adventurous moments and beautiful destinations, making viewers feel the excitement and love of exploring new places.

Released year: 2007

In “Welcome Home, Son” by Radical Face, the haunting lyrics paint a vivid picture of introspection and longing. The sun becomes suffocating as days blend, and the eyes hold regrets. Memories are represented by swaying sheets like captured ghosts. Ships launch from the heart, carrying lost pieces, and scars are peeled away, symbolizing healing. Nightmares torment, but there’s hope in reconnection beneath the skin.

This song’s emotional depth and evocative imagery make it perfect for Instagram travel reels, as it captures the essence of self-discovery and longing on life’s journey.

In “Way Down We Go” by KALEO, the singer questions if we get what we deserve, emphasizing the consequences of our actions. The song’s repetitive lines create a captivating rhythm as it delves into facing challenges head-on.

The powerful vocals and deep lyrics make it an excellent addition to Instagram travel reels, evoking emotions of adventure and self-discovery amidst stunning destinations.

Released year: 2021

“Take a Moment to Breathe” by Normal the Kid is a heartfelt tune that urges you to pause and reflect. The lyrics express a longing for someone not to leave, battling inner turmoil, and wishing for a different outcome. The song beautifully speaks of love’s complexity and the desire for physical and emotional closeness.

Song’s emotional depth and soothing melody make it a perfect soundtrack for Instagram travel reels, evoking a sense of introspection amidst breathtaking destinations.

So, take a moment, listen, and let its soothing vibes enrich your wanderlust adventures!

“Move Me” by Lavern is a groovy track that’ll instantly captivate you with its catchy beats. It’s a delightful invitation to experience something extraordinary together.

The recurring “yeah, yeah” and “with you, baby” create an infectious rhythm, making you want to move and groove. The song’s playful lyrics, “let’s make a movie,” add a sense of adventure and romance.

With its vibrant energy and positive vibes, this song is perfect for Instagram travel reels, as it complements the excitement of exploring new places and sharing unforgettable moments with loved ones.

So get ready to hit the road and let “Move Me” be the soundtrack of your unforgettable journey! Yeah, let’s make a movie with-with-with you!

Released year: 2012

“On Top of the World” by Imagine Dragons is an uplifting anthem filled with hope and determination. The lyrics convey the importance of expressing love and seizing opportunities before it’s too late. The track celebrates overcoming challenges and pursuing dreams, with catchy melodies that resonate deeply.

This song is perfect for Instagram travel reels because it captures the essence of adventure and triumph. The empowering message, paired with scenes of breathtaking landscapes and exciting experiences, will inspire viewers to embrace life’s opportunities and savor every moment.

So, share your journey with this upbeat track and let it fuel your wanderlust spirit!

“Riptide” by Vance Joy is a catchy and heartfelt tune that explores the fears and dreams of a person. With smooth transitions between verses, Vance talks about being scared of things like dentists, the dark, and starting conversations. He compares his friends to the magician’s assistant, and they come unstuck.

The chorus depicts a lady running down to the riptide, taking a journey to the dark side. He wants to be her left-hand man and loves how she sings, even if she gets the words wrong, evoking emotions and a lump in his throat.

The song paints a vivid picture of a captivating movie-like romance, making it perfect for Instagram travel reels to complement breathtaking adventures and heartfelt moments.

Released year: 1969

“Here Comes the Sun” by The Beatles is a delightful tune that brings a much-needed ray of hope after a long, cold winter. The song’s uplifting melody and lyrics about the return of the sun will instantly put a smile on your face.

Perfect for Instagram travel reels, it captures the joy of exploring new places and the warmth of adventure, making it a fantastic soundtrack for sharing your travel experiences with the world. So, get ready to groove and spread those positive vibes—it’s alright!

“Can We Kiss Forever” by Kina is an emotional journey wrapped in a dreamy melody. As the lyrics tell a story of longing and pain, they tug at your heartstrings. The transition words “I tried,” “whenever,” and “but in the end” guide us through the highs and lows of this profound connection.

This song is perfect for Instagram travel reels as it captures the essence of wanderlust, the yearning to explore, and the bittersweet emotions that come with it. So, why not pair those breathtaking travel moments with this captivating song and let the emotions flow?

Released year: 2019

In “Still Don’t Know My Name” by Labrinth, the singer expresses a deep longing for connection and recognition. Despite intense passion and devotion, the person remains distant, leaving the singer yearning for acknowledgment. With soulful vocals and heartfelt lyrics , Labrinth beautifully portrays the emotional struggle of unrequited love.

This song is perfect for Instagram travel reels, as its evocative melody and expressive storytelling can amplify the emotions captured in breathtaking travel visuals, creating a captivating and relatable narrative for viewers.

Released year: 2018

In “Get You The Moon” by Kina, the lyrics speak of unwavering support, love, and sacrifice. It portrays a deep connection, with lines like “You are the reason why I’m still hanging on” and “If I could, I’d get you the moon.”

The song’s emotional depth and raw sentiments make it perfect for heartwarming travel reels on Instagram, evoking feelings of adventure and togetherness.

“Golden Hour” by JVKE is a magical tune that takes you on a journey of love and wonder.

Picture two lovers in a car, basking in the glow of pink and orange skies, feeling all giddy and youthful. With the radio blasting, they’re driving nowhere fast, making the moment last as time slows down during their golden hour.

The lyrics beautifully describe the mesmerizing connection they share, making you wish you had a love like that.

The song’s dreamy vibe and catchy beat make it perfect for Instagram travel reels. Just imagine capturing breathtaking sunsets, fun road trips, and cherished moments with your special someone under the golden hour’s enchanting spell.

So, give it a listen, and let “Golden Hour” inspire your next adventure!

“Hotline” by Billie Eilish is a catchy tune with a phone-inspired beat that instantly grabs your attention. The repetitive line, “I know when that hotline bling, that can only mean one thing,” creates an addictive rhythm.

This song’s perfect for your Instagram travel reels as it adds a fun, trendy vibe to your videos, making them even more engaging!

Letherette’s “Woop Baby” is a smooth, groovy jam filled with repetition and soulful vibes. The lyrics are simple, but they draw you in with their catchy, mesmerizing rhythm.

Perfect for those Instagram travel reels, this track’s chill atmosphere will make your videos feel effortlessly cool and captivating. So, let the rhythm carry you away as you showcase your adventures in style!

“Tainted Love” by TRINIX is a heartfelt track, expressing the need to escape from pain and lost love. The haunting melody and soulful lyrics make you feel the emotional turmoil.

This song is perfect for those moments when you’re on a breathtaking adventure, capturing the beauty of travel on your Instagram reel. The contrast between the song’s melancholy and the stunning visuals will create a captivating and relatable experience for your audience.

So, go ahead, hit the road, and let “Tainted Love” add a touch of depth to your travel reels!

Released year: 1984

“Smooth Operator” by Sade is a mesmerizing track that paints a vivid picture of a charming yet elusive lover. With his alluring ways, he conquers hearts in multiple languages and indulges in luxury. This smooth operator glides effortlessly from coast to coast, leaving a trail of love and intrigue.

The song’s rhythmic flow and captivating lyrics make it a perfect choice for Instagram travel reels, as it sets the mood for exploring new destinations and capturing the essence of a jet-setting adventure. So, if you’re looking to add some flair to your travel content, let this smooth operator guide you through your wanderlust-filled journey! Smooth operator, indeed.

27. “Don’t Let Me Down” by The Chainsmokers

Released year: 2016

“Don’t Let Me Down” by The Chainsmokers is a passionate and intense plea for support. The singer feels stranded and in need of a miracle, desperately calling out for someone who seems distant. The lyrics express a fear of losing their mind and a longing for someone to be there when they need them the most.

This song is perfect for Instagram travel reels because it captures the emotions of adventure and unpredictability. It could accompany breathtaking footage of exploring new places, showcasing the highs and lows of travel.

The song’s catchy beats and relatable lyrics would resonate with viewers, making it a great choice to add depth and connection to your travel content. So, don’t let this opportunity pass, share your wanderlust with “Don’t Let Me Down” and create an unforgettable travel experience!

Lana Del Rey’s “Radio” is a mesmerizing anthem of resilience and newfound love. With soaring vocals, she triumphantly declares how she’s risen above the weight of others’ judgments. From past struggles to reaching her dreams in L.A., she sings of paradise found.

The song’s dreamy, euphoric melody makes it perfect for Instagram travel reels, where it can infuse wanderlust-filled clips with an enchanting vibe. The captivating lyrics , blending sweet and venomous imagery, will leave listeners hooked, making it an ideal soundtrack for showcasing breathtaking destinations and unforgettable experiences.

So, whether you’re exploring paradise or just want a taste of it, “Radio” is sure to add that magical touch to your travel memories.

Imaginary Future and Kina Grannis beautifully reprise Louis Armstrong’s “What a Wonderful World” in a heartfelt rendition.

The song paints a vivid picture of nature’s beauty, love, and human connections. With its uplifting melody and timeless lyrics , it’s perfect for Instagram travel reels to capture the breathtaking landscapes and heartwarming encounters, evoking a sense of awe and appreciation for the world’s wonders.

“As It Was” by Harry Styles is an emotional journey through introspection and change. With lines like “Holding me back, Gravity’s holding me back,” Harry expresses a struggle to move forward. Yet, the song also reveals a desire for connection, as he sings, “I want you to hold out the palm of your hand.”

It’s a reflection on life’s ups and downs, beautifully captured in the phrase, “You know it’s not the same as it was.” The song’s raw honesty and relatable themes make it a great addition to Instagram travel reels, as it complements personal growth and evolving experiences.

In conclusion, as we reach the end of our journey through the world of travel songs for Instagram reels, we hope you’ve discovered the perfect soundtrack to elevate your wanderlust adventures. Music has an incredible ability to amplify emotions, and when paired with captivating visuals, it becomes a powerful tool to transport your audience to the heart of your experiences.

Whether you’re exploring distant lands, seeking self-discovery, or reveling in the beauty of nature, these handpicked tracks have been carefully curated to complement your travel reels and leave a lasting impression on your viewers. Embrace the rhythm, the melody, and the lyrics, and let them paint a vivid backdrop to your unforgettable moments.

As you share your travel stories through Instagram reels, don’t forget the impact of music in crafting a memorable narrative. With the right song, you can evoke a sense of wanderlust, inspire others to explore, and create a connection with your audience that goes beyond borders.

But this is only the beginning! As you continue your adventures and capture new memories, consider exploring the world of songs for instagram stories . Just as music enriches reels, it can also breathe life into your Stories, engaging your followers in a more intimate and immersive way.

So, fellow travelers, keep embracing your wanderlust, keep seeking new horizons, and keep curating those compelling reels and Stories. Let the magic of music be your constant companion, turning every travel moment into a symphony of emotions. Thank you for joining us on this melodic exploration, and may your future journeys be filled with harmony, adventure, and the joy of discovery. Safe travels, and happy storytelling!

30 Road Trip Hindi Songs to Ad in Your Travel Playlist

We went ahead and made the complete list on Spotify for you here - Holidify's Road Trip Playlist .

1. Yunhi Chala Chal (Swades)

If you're treading along the lesser travelled roads of India, make sure you have this song on your playlist to keep your spirits up when you are squashed in a bus full of locals. Bonus fun if you can find a 'baba' to sing along on the trip.

2. Dil Chahta Hai (Title Track)

It's hard to leave this one of the list. Farhan Akhtar's 2001 debut film is when travel took a front seat in a Bollywood film than just as a backdrop to a scene. Dil Chahta Hai in our opinion will always remain the  ultimate hindi travel song for road trips, especially if during from Mumbai to Goa through the Konkan coast, where this song was shot.

3. Khwabon Ke Parindey (ZNMD)

Exactly ten years later, Farhan Akhtar's sister Zoya comes out with an extension of the road trip  vibe movie, only this time on a much larger scale. As a result, we have a film that not only has travel as the central theme but inspires you to travel . Haven't you all tried waving your hand against the wind, as Hrithik did?

4. Tanha Dil (Shaan)

5. Suhana Safar Aur Ye (Madhumati)

There is a reason why 'old is gold', it's because of classics like this song. From the 1958 movie Madhumati, picturized on Dilip Kumar and Vyjantimala, the tune is so melodious you can't help but hum along with it - A must add on your list of road trip songs.

6. Hum Jo Chalne Lage (Jab We Met)

7. Zindagi Ek Safar Hai Suhana (Andaaz)

8. Yeh Dil Na Hota Bechara (Jewel Thief)

Another of Kishore Kumar's best songs, add to that the evergreen Dev Anand's classic strut and you can't help but tap your feet to tunes of S.D. Burman's music while taking in the scenic beauty of the trip. We wholeheartedly approve that this song be added to the greatest list of best hindi travel songs ever.

9. Aaj Kal Zindagi (Wake up Sid)

Whether you're trying to scale the Mt. Everest or take a plunge in the Arabian Sea, this feel-good song is all the pep talk you need. From the movie Wake up Sid, Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy's beautiful composition!

10. Ilahi (YJHD)

Admit it, you wished for Bunny aka Kabir aka Ranbir's life in Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani. You repeated this dialogue, " Main udna chahta hoon, daudna chahta hoon, girna bhi chahta hoon bus rukhna nahi chahta" , to anyone who asked you why you want to travel !

11. Patakha Guddi (Highway)

This song from Highway won everyone's heart with its catchy lyrics and music and awesome video showing an actual road-trip ! Put on your headphones, turn up the volume and take a lift on the back of a truck for the best experience.

13. Musafir Hoon Yaaron

14.    Hai Apna Dil Toh Awara - Solva Saal

One of the best songs to bounce to, this number so aptly reverberates with the ethos of our generation, that it is impossible to not be in love with. All the more so when we have our travelling boots on! It is surely one of the best Hindi travel songs from the bygone era.

15. Kabira (Ye Jawani Hai Deewani)

Bunny was pretty nomadic, and boy wasn't his life awesome! Kabira is perfect for when you're leaving a tiny part of your heart in a new place and are dealing with all the blues of separation.

You can also check out this  Playlist of English Travel Songs

16.  Azaadiyan (Udaan)

Strict mucchhadd  dad, cute son, a cuter younger son, and a lovely song all about freedom. The travel playlist is just incomplete without this contemporary classic from Bollywood.

17.  Oh Gujaria (Queen)

Free, fun and lively, Gujariya from Queen is one of those songs that will make your head bounce back and let you soak in the joy of the lovely beats! What's more, it celebrates your aawaarapan ! Perfect road-trip song; isn't it?

18. Chhod Aaye Hum Wo Galiyaan (Maachis)

19. Kyon (Barfi)

20. Dekha Hai Aisa Bhi - Lucky Ali

A waylaid breeze, a road trip, and this blasting in your car? Isn't that the mantra for a great holiday! Last I heard, Lucky Ali was listed as a community favourite among us. We're sure you shall like the guy too!

21. Chala Jaata Hoon Kisi Ki Dhun Mein (Mere Jeevan Saathi)

22. Hairat (Anjaana Anjaani)

23. Safarnama (Tamasha)

24. Banjarey (Fugly)

25. Chota Sa Fasana (Karwaan)

26. Phid Se Ud Chala (Rockstar)

27. Journey Song (Piku)

28. Sooraj Dooba Hain (Roy)

29. Maeri - Euphoria

30. Udd Gaye (Bacardi House Party Sessions) - Ritviz

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‘Harmonies and Memories’: Inside Music Travel Love’s Asia Tour 2024 with friends

• 15 April, 2024
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Canadian brother duo Music Travel Love (MTL), consisting of Bob and Clint Moffatt, brought their signature blend of musical prowess and brotherly charm to the SM Skydome Manila on April 12, 2024. The event, part of their Asia Tour 2024 with Friends, showcased not only their own hits but also featured a lineup of talented guest artists, making it a night to remember for fans of all ages.

Kicking off the evening with the classic ‘Every Breath You Take’ by The Police, MTL set the stage for a journey through iconic songs that have shaped generations. From Ed Sheeran’s ‘Perfect’ to John Denver’s ‘Take Me Home, Country Roads’ and Rod Stewart’s ‘Have You Ever Seen The Rain,’ the duo captivated the audience with their soulful renditions and infectious energy.

One of the highlights of the night was when MTL brought their ‘Friends’ on stage for collaborative performances. Anthony joined them for a heartfelt rendition of Bee Gees’ ‘How Deep is Your Love,’ showcasing the seamless harmony between the artists.

The spotlight then turned to Francis Greg, who delivered a dynamic performance of Backstreet Boys’ ‘I Want It That Way’ before enchanting the crowd with Bruno Mars’ ‘It Will Rain.’ Each guest artist brought a unique flavor to the stage, enhancing the concert’s diversity and appeal.

Bugoy Drilon’s appearance elicited thunderous cheers as they sang George Benson’s ‘Nothing’s Gonna Change My Love for You,’ followed by his own hit ‘Paano Na Kaya’ and Matisyahu’s ‘One Day.’ The camaraderie between MTL and their guest performers created an atmosphere of celebration and shared musical passion.

Not to be outdone, Dave Moffatt, the brothers’ own sibling, joined them for Bon Jovi’s ‘It’s My Life’ and Richard Marx’s ‘Right Here Waiting,’ showcasing the familial bond and musical synergy that define MTL’s performances.

The night culminated in a memorable rendition of ‘Stand By Me’ by Ben E. King, infused with humor and a twist as they seamlessly transitioned into ‘Banyo Queen’ by Andrew E., leaving the audience laughing and dancing in equal measure.

Music Travel Love’s Asia Tour 2024 with Friends was not just a concert but a testament to the power of music to unite, inspire, and create lasting memories. As the lights dimmed and the applause echoed, it was clear that MTL had once again left their mark on the hearts of their fans in Manila.

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