Holiday Road
Lindsey Buckingham
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I found out long ago It's a long way down the holiday road Holiday road Holiday road Jack be nimble, Jack be quick Take a ride on the West Coast kick Holiday road Holiday road Holiday road Holiday road I found out long ago It's a long way down the holiday road Holiday road Holiday road Holiday road Holiday road
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Written by: LINDSEY BUCKINGHAM
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"Holiday Road" is a 1983 single written and recorded by Fleetwood Mac guitarist Lindsey Buckingham.
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Movie SoundtrackThe song is most widely recognized for being featured in the opening credits of the 1983 film 'National Lampoon’s Vacation'. It was subsequently used in various sequels of the film franchise.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at #82 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the U.S.
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Song Genre"Holiday Road" is recognized as a pop rock song.
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Music VideoBuckingham does not actually appear in the official music video. It features instead playful and quirky visuals of dogs jumping off a diving board.
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Cult StatusDespite its relatively low chart performance, "Holiday Road" has gained a cult following due to its association with the popular 'National Lampoon’s Vacation' movie series.
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Single ReleaseThe song was released as a standalone single and was not a part of any of Lindsey Buckingham's studio albums.
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InfluencesIt was a departure from the bluesy sound of Buckingham's band, Fleetwood Mac, instead showcasing more pop-centric influences.
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Live PerformancesBuckingham has often included "Holiday Road" as a part of his set list during his solo tours.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by multiple artists, including the American alternative rock band, the Walkmen, for their 2006 album, 'Pussy Cats'.
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