No Particular Place to Go

Chuck Berry

About No Particular Place to Go

"No Particular Place to Go" is a song by Chuck Berry, released as a single by Chess Records in May 1964 and released on the album St. Louis to Liverpool in November 1964 (see 1964 in music)."No Particular Place to Go" was recorded on March 25, 1964 in Chicago, Illinois and features the same music as Berry's earlier hit "School Days".


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Riding along in my automobile
My baby beside me at the wheel
I stole a kiss at the turn of a mile
My curiosity runnin' wild
Crusin' and playin' the radio
With no particular place to go

Riding along in my automobile
I was anxious to tell her the way I feel
So I told her softly and sincere
And she leaned and whispered in my ear
Cuddlin' more and drivin' slow
With no particular place to go

No particular place to go
So we parked way out on the Kokomo
The night was young and the moon was gold
So we both decided to take a stroll
Can you image the way I felt
I couldn't unfasten her safety belt

Ridin' along in my calaboose
Still trying to get her belt a-loose
All the way home I held a grudge
For the safety belt that wouldn't budge
Crusin' and playin' the radio
With no particular place to go

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Chuck Berry

Charles Edward Anderson "Chuck" Berry (born October 18, 1926) is an American guitarist, singer and songwriter, and one of the pioneers of rock and roll music. With songs such as "Maybellene" (1955), "Roll Over Beethoven" (1956), "Rock and Roll Music" (1957) and "Johnny B. Goode" (1958), Chuck Berry refined and developed rhythm and blues into the major elements that made rock and roll distinctive, with lyrics focusing on teen life and consumerism and utilizing guitar solos and showmanship that would be a major influence on subsequent rock music. more »

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Song Details
"No Particular Place to Go" is a song by American musician Chuck Berry. It was released in 1964 as a single for his album "St. Louis to Liverpool".
Song Chart Performance
The song reached No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100, indicating its commercial success and popularity at the time of its release.
Song Structure
The song's music and melody are a little similar to an earlier Berry song, "School Day", showcasing Berry's signature style.
Unique Plot
The song has a rather unique plot; it tells a humorous story about the narrator's failed attempts to get romantic with his girlfriend due to a stuck seat belt in his car.
Song Recognition
"No Particular Place to Go" is often recognized as one of Chuck Berry's most popular songs, and an iconic piece of 1960s rock 'n' roll music.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by many artists, including The Beatles during their early Hamburg days, and it was later recorded by other artists like Tom Petty and Mos Def.
Film and TV appearances
"No Particular Place to Go" has been used in various films and TV series including Pulp Fiction and TV show Supernatural.
Satirical Element
The song is often noted for its satirical view of teenage life in the 1960s, especially regarding the desire for escapism and freedom shown through the lyrics.
Award Recognition
In 2004, "No Particular Place to Go" was listed in Rolling Stone magazine's "500 Greatest Songs of All Time", showcasing its enduring influence and cultural significance.
British Pop Influence
British pop duo The Dave Clark Five responded to the song with their own version titled "No Time to Lose". Their rendition interestingly pointed towards the new direction British pop was taking at the time, signalling the beginnings of the British Invasion.

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