(Get Your Kicks On) Route 66

Vic Schoen, Bing Crosby

About (Get Your Kicks On) Route 66

"(Get Your Kicks on) Route 66" is a popular rhythm and blues standard, composed in 1946 by American songwriter Bobby Troup. The song uses a twelve-bar blues arrangement and the lyrics follow the path of U. S. Route 66 (US 66), which traversed the western two-thirds of the U. S. from Chicago, Illinois, to Los Angeles, California. Nat King Cole, with the King Cole Trio, first recorded the song the same year and it became a hit, appearing on Billboard magazine's R&B and pop charts. Another version to reach the Billboard charts was that recorded by Bing Crosby with the Andrews Sisters on May 11, 1946 and this reached the No. 14 position in 1946. The song was subsequently recorded by many artists including Chuck Berry, Glenn Frey, the Rolling Stones, Them, Dr. Feelgood, Asleep at the Wheel, the Manhattan Transfer, Depeche Mode, The Brian Setzer Orchestra, Pappo, The Cramps, John Mayer, George Benson and Peter Tork & Shoe Suede Blues. 


Year:
2006
3:12
104 
#2

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Bing Crosby

Harry Lillis "Bing" Crosby (May 3, 1903 – October 14, 1977) was an American singer and actor. Crosby's trademark bass-baritone voice made him one of the best-selling recording artists of the 20th century, with over half a billion records in circulation. more »

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6 facts about this song

Asleep at the Wheel version
The band recorded Route 66 in 1973 making it one of the earliest renditions by a country rock band. - Unlike the original rhythm and blues feel of the song, Asleep on the Wheel gave it a more western swing vibe. - Their version of the song Route 66 was included in their first album titled "Comin' Right at Ya".
Bing Crosby version
Bing Crosby recorded his version of Route 66 in 1962, sixteen years after the song was first written. - His version of Route 66 was in collaboration with the Pips and both the melody and vocal style reflect Crosby's distinct jazz influence. - Also, Crosby's version was released under Reprise Records, Frank Sinatra's record label.
Dr. Feelgood version
British pub rock band Dr. Feelgood covered Route 66 in their 1976 debut album "Down by the Jetty". - Their rendition of the song has a distinct rock and roll sound, reflecting the band's unique blending of rhythm and blues and punk rock. - The song was later featured in the compilation album "25 Years of Dr. Feelgood" released in 1997.
The Andrews Sisters version
The Andrews Sisters, known for their harmonious singing style, recorded their version of Route 66 in 1946. - Their cover was done in their classic swing style and highlighted close harmonies which were the sisters' signature sound. - The Andrews Sisters version was also one of the first recorded versions made by a female group.
The Rolling Stones version
The Rolling Stones recorded their version of Route 66 on their debut album, "The Rolling Stones" in 1964. - Unlike the original rhythm and blues rendition, The Rolling Stones gave Route 66 a British Invasion rock 'n' roll twist. - Their performance of the song at the 1964 TAMI Show is considered a highlight of that concert film.
Them version
The band Them had their go at Route 66 releasing it in their first album "The Angry Young Them" in 1965. - Led by Van Morrison, Them's cover of the song adopts a bluesy rock style, which differed vastly from the original. - Them's version of the song is a historic recording as it is some of Van Morrison's earliest work before he became a successful solo artist.

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