Lyrics of
Route 66

Route 66, composed by Bobby Troup in 1946, narrates the travel along the historic Route 66 in the United States, which stretched from Chicago, Illinois, to Santa Monica, California. Troup was inspired to write the song during his move from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, to Los Angeles, California, traveling along the highway. The song became an icon of American car culture, embodying the freedom and adventure of road-tripping. Originally popularized b ... y Nat King Cole, it has since been covered by numerous artists, making it a timeless classic. See more [+]

Well, if you ever plan to motor west
Jack, take my way, that's the highway, that's the best
Get your kicks on Route 66
Well, it winds from Chicago to L.A.
More than 2000 miles all the way
Get your kicks on Route 66

Well, goes from St. Louie down to Missouri
Oklahoma City, looks oh so pretty
You'll see Amarillo and Gallup, New Mexico
Flagstaff, Arizona, don't forget Winona
Kingman, Barstow, San Bernadino

Would you get hip to this timely tip
And go take that California trip
Get your kicks on Route 66


Well, goes from St. Louie down to Missouri
Oklahoma City, looks oh so pretty
You'll see Amarillo and Gallup, New Mexico
Flagstaff, Arizona, don't forget Winona
Kingman, Barstow, San Bernadino

Would you get hip to this kindly tip
And go take that California trip
Get your kicks on Route 66
Get your kicks on Route 66
Get your kicks on Route 66
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