Classic songs about roads. Recommended popular tracks.
This is a playlist of songs with roads as the theme.
It’s fascinating to compare how artists from different eras and genres portray the road—whether it’s the way there, the way back, an uncharted path, or a highway.
Even when it’s the same “road,” each artist expresses it differently.
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Iconic songs about roads. Recommended popular tracks (81–90)
Princess MononokeMera Yoshikazu
It’s the theme song of Princess Mononoke.
It’s quite a famous piece, but I’m sure there are many in the generation that’s starting to forget it.
The song itself is truly a masterpiece and a hidden gem you’ll want to keep listening to for a long time.
You can’t really talk about Princess Mononoke without knowing this song.
I think it’s an immortal classic.
loadTHE toraburyū
It has become a beloved classic.
It’s also popular as a love song, so many of you may have heard it before—but why not take this opportunity to listen to it again?
Almost FamousSHO-SENSEI!!
An overwhelming track where rock, hip-hop, and a unique worldview intersect! Released by SHO-SENSEI!! in November 2024, this piece is included on the album THE GHOST.
The lyrics, which candidly reflect his current situation and outlook on the future, are striking, conveying daily effort and a drive for self-reinvention.
His strong desire to rise from near-fame to timeless renown will resonate with listeners.
The collaborative production with 10pm and Omamurin is also compelling.
Highly recommended for those in the midst of self-discovery or anyone striving toward their dreams.
The road I came onASKA
Included on the 2012 album “SCRAMBLE.” Born in 1958.
A singer-songwriter from Fukuoka Prefecture.
This song expresses the desire to remain dignified no matter what.
You can’t help but be captivated by ASKA’s voice as he delivers a solid, passionate high-tone performance.
National Route 508BEGIN
Included on the 2012 album “Tropical Foods.” A three-piece band from Okinawa formed in 1988.
With a lively, irresistibly bright rhythm that evokes the tropical sun and an infectious, dance-inducing melody, this track is a real pleasure to the ears and fills you with joy.
road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)Chris Hart
Included on the 2015 album “Heart Song III.” A cover of the single released by EXILE in 2007.
Born in 1984, the singer hails from San Francisco.
With his signature high-tone voice suited to slow, mellow ballads, he delivers an emotionally rich performance that makes this a track pleasing to the ear.
Iconic songs about roads. Recommended popular tracks (91–100)
The way homeHY
Included on the 2010 album “Whistle.” A five-piece band from Okinawa formed in 2000.
Amid the wet, tear-jerking guitar tones and a melancholically unfolding melody line, the male-female twin vocals flow gently into the ears, making for a beautiful track.