28 Best Songs for Epic Car Rides: The Ultimate Road Trip Playlist

The open road calls for a soundtrack that matches its energy and freedom, and that's precisely why we've compiled this ultimate playlist of driving anthems. This collection isn't just about catchy tunes; it's a journey through decades of musical innovation, encompassing the infectious grooves that'll have you tapping your foot at every stoplight and the soaring melodies that perfectly complement the vastness of the landscape. From the irresistible funk that makes you want to dance in your seat to the soaring power ballads that evoke feelings of exhilaration, this selection captures the spirit of the journey itself. We're celebrating the timeless appeal of music that transcends generations and continues to resonate with drivers everywhere – a legacy that deserves to be shared and rediscovered.

This playlist offers a potent mix of upbeat energy and introspective moments, ensuring there's something for every mood and mile. It’s a testament to the enduring power of music to uplift, inspire, and connect us to our feelings. Whether you're cruising down the highway or navigating city streets, the right music can transform a simple drive into an unforgettable experience. So turn up the volume, roll down the windows, and let the music guide you on your next adventure. Prepare for a sonic journey that spans styles and decades, proving that the best road trips are always soundtracked by the best music.

  • Uptown Funk
    1

    Uptown Funk

    Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars

    2014

  • Wake Me Up
    2

    Wake Me Up

    Avicii

    2013

    True

  • Bohemian Rhapsody
    3

    Bohemian Rhapsody

    Queen

    1975

    A Night At The Opera (Deluxe Remastered Version)

  • Sweet Child O' Mine
    4

    Sweet Child O' Mine

    Guns N' Roses

    1987

    Appetite For Destruction

  • Adventure of a Lifetime
    5

    Adventure of a Lifetime

    Coldplay

    2015

    A Head Full of Dreams

  • Can't Feel My Face
    6

    Can't Feel My Face

    The Weeknd

    2015

    Beauty Behind The Madness

  • Livin' On A Prayer
    7

    Livin' On A Prayer

    Bon Jovi

    1986

    Slippery When Wet

  • Party In The U.S.A
    8

    Party In The U.S.A

    Miley Cyrus

    2009

    The Time Of Our Lives

  • Don't Stop Me Now
    9

    Don't Stop Me Now

    Queen

    1978

    Bohemian Rhapsody (The Original Soundtrack)

  • Dancing Queen
    10

    Dancing Queen

    ABBA

    1976

    Arrival

  • We Will Rock You
    11

    We Will Rock You

    Queen

    1977

    News Of The World (2011 Remaster)

  • Take Me Home, Country Roads
    12

    Take Me Home, Country Roads

    John Denver

    1971

    Poems, Prayers and Promises

  • Hotel California
    13

    Hotel California

    Eagles

    1976

    Hotel California (2013 Remaster)

  • Hey Jude
    14

    Hey Jude

    The Beatles

    1968

    With The Beatles (Remastered)

  • I Want to Know What Love Is
    15

    I Want to Know What Love Is

    Foreigner

    1985

    Agent Provocateur

  • Highway to Hell
    16

    Highway to Hell

    AC/DC

    1979

    Highway to Hell

  • Don't Stop Believin'
    17

    Don't Stop Believin'

    Journey

    1981

    Escape (2022 Remaster)

  • Drive
    18

    Drive

    The Cars

    1984

    Heartbeat City (Expanded Edition)

  • Here Comes The Sun
    19

    Here Comes The Sun

    The Beatles

    1969

    Abbey Road (Remastered)

  • Here I Go Again
    20

    Here I Go Again

    Whitesnake

    1982

  • Stairway to Heaven
    21

    Stairway to Heaven

    Led Zeppelin

    1971

    Led Zeppelin IV (Deluxe Edition)

  • I'm Gonna Be
    22

    I'm Gonna Be

    The Proclaimers

    1993

    Sunshine on Leith

  • American Pie
    23

    American Pie

    Don McLean

    1971

    American Pie

  • Sweet Home Alabama
    24

    Sweet Home Alabama

    Lynyrd Skynyrd

    1974

    Second Helping (Expanded Edition)

  • Take It Easy
    25

    Take It Easy

    Eagles

    1972

    Eagles (2013 Remaster)

  • Born to Run
    26

    Born to Run

    Bruce Springsteen

    1975

    Born To Run

  • Born To Be Wild
    27

    Born To Be Wild

    Steppenwolf

    1968

    Steppenwolf

  • Life is a Highway
    28

    Life is a Highway

    Tom Cochrane

    1991