[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/top-10-driving-songs\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/top-10-driving-songs\/","headline":"Top 10 Driving Songs","name":"Top 10 Driving Songs","description":"The Motor-Vision team all have that go to song whilst driving, but do you? A song so catchy or classic that makes you seat wiggle at traffic lights, sing along or finger tap too?\u00a0 There were a wide variety of choices thrown into the mix, and some\u00a0choices that were trickier to pick than others! But we’ve made our conclusions and put together our top 10 list of some of the best driving and ‘motoring themed’ songs for\u00a0in the car! If […]","datePublished":"2017-05-09","dateModified":"2017-05-09","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/#Person","name":"Matthew Collett","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/","identifier":5,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/64eca1152247aa111ace79ff1c03782b175df9dc21d2092364ff21e1cf5e38fa?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/64eca1152247aa111ace79ff1c03782b175df9dc21d2092364ff21e1cf5e38fa?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Top-10-Driving-Songs.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Top-10-Driving-Songs.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/top-10-driving-songs\/","about":["BLOG"],"wordCount":635,"keywords":["Deep Purple","Driving songs","ford","ford mustang","Iggy Pop","Journey","Lorde","mustang","Queen","Rihanna","The Proclaimers","Tom Cochrane","Tracy Chapman","Wilson Pickett"],"articleBody":"The Motor-Vision team all have that go to song whilst driving, but do you? A song so catchy or classic that makes you seat wiggle at traffic lights, sing along or finger tap too?\u00a0There were a wide variety of choices thrown into the mix, and some\u00a0choices that were trickier to pick than others! But we’ve made our conclusions and put together our top 10 list of some of the best driving and ‘motoring themed’ songs for\u00a0in the car!If you’ve never listened to some of our choices, give them a go when you’re driving next!Be sure to comment below your top driving song!10) Life Is a Highway –\u00a0Tom CochraneThis upbeat tune is jam packed with drums and the odd harmonica solo just to shake things up a bit.Tom is sure to bring a smile to the face of even the weariest highway traveler!9) Fast Car –\u00a0Tracy ChapmanMixing it up a little bit, If you prefer a more chilled vibe too\/from work, check out this guitar-led pop ballad by Tracy Chapman.Whether you actually do have a fast car or not, this is the perfect accompaniment for your travels.Some\u00a0of you may however recognise the more recent version of this track by\u00a0Jonas Blue ft Dakota – For a more up beat version, it works\u00a0wonders for summer cruising!8) Mustang Sally –\u00a0Wilson PickettEveryone knows the classic song, Mustang Sally!However, Wilson\u2019s take on Mack Rice\u2019s original recording has become a national treasure and one that we feel makes the perfect soundtrack for anyone dreaming of taking their very own Ford Mustang out for a spin.7) Shut Up and Drive –\u00a0RihannaThrowing some RiRi into the mix now and the premise here is simple, just drive and let the music do alllllll the talking!There\u2019s a real feeling of motion with this track by Rihanna and we’re sure we’ll catch you swinging to one of her\u00a0old school throwbacks.6) I\u2019m Gonna Be (500 Miles) –\u00a0The ProclaimersOkay, so we know we’re not walking here but you might be off on a\u00a0500 mile round trip for the holidays this year!Some may find this track a tad annoying but when it’s on, we know you’re humming\/tapping along!5) Don\u2019t Stop Believin’ –\u00a0JourneyA song for your journey, about a journey, \u00a0by Journey, how fitting!Everyone knows the words, and more importantly, that catchy opening jingle.Whether you’ve got a car full of friends and family, or you’re driving on your own – you\u2019ll be having a singalong in no time when this pops up on your playlist\/radio, we guarantee it.4) Passenger –\u00a0Iggy PopAll together now, \u201cla la la la lalalalaaaaa!\u201dThis is one for passengers and drivers alike! Everyone can enjoy this little touch of punk by Iggy to keep spirits up on a long drive.3) Green Light –\u00a0LordeWe\u2019ve all been there, sat at traffic lights after a long hard day, willing them on to change!Well, this song with its fantastic driving rhythm says it all – \u201cWaiting for it that green light, I want it\u201d.2) Highway Star –\u00a0Deep PurpleWe thought we’d go old school here, for those moments when you can’t help but feel like a \u2018Highway Star\u2019.1) Don\u2019t Stop Me Now –\u00a0QueenNo \u2018Top 10 Driving Song\u2019 list is truly complete without a cracker by Queen.For us it was a battle between ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ and ‘Don’t Stop Me Now’.If you’ve watched the classic film Wayne’s World, you may just agree that the Bohemian Rhapsody car sing along scene helps in making\u00a0this choice.However for a top drive along track,\u00a0It had to be their classic hit \u2018Don\u2019t Stop Me Now\u2019!"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Top 10 Driving Songs","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/top-10-driving-songs\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]