Well, I’m about to get my motor running and head out on the highway—not looking for adventure, just heading to a high school graduation in Texas—but I’m preparing for whatever comes my way. Because even though I wasn’t born to be wild, I’m capable of having fun once in a while.
I’m taking a week off to spend some time with my family, but not before I leave you with a good tune to wrap up the week.
“Born to Be Wild” is a song by Steppenwolf, a Canadian-American rock band formed in Los Angeles in 1967. The song was released in 1968 and reached the number 2 spot on the U.S. Billboard chart that same year. It’s a great song and proof that the U.S. and Canada are capable of doing amazing things—especially when politicians aren’t involved.
I hope you enjoy the video, and have a wonderful, Rockin’ Thursday! See you in a week, my friends.
You can access the lyrics here.
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A great song. I don’t listen to music when I travel. I try to listen to audiobooks but I nearly always go to sleep.
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That’s funny. I tried audiobooks a few times, but I got sleepy while driving, so it’s not a good mix.
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Not if you are driving. I never drive
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Have a wonderful time Edward! Reunions are always eye openers aren’t they! Fun to reconnect! I wonder if I already knew that you went to school in Texas? I was born in Odessa, my parents went to Odessa high school way back when.
Enjoy! I will also be leaving tomorrow for a few weeks!
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I went to school in Puerto Rico, but my brother-in-law is working with Border Patrol in Texas, and his kids are graduating from high school. Family reunions are always fun. Enjoy your trip, my friend.
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The Perfect Travelin’ Song!
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When I finally cut and ran from my psycho first husband with just my baby and two small bags it was still back in the days of 8-tracks ~ and this was the only one in the truck. Arkansas to California, remembering wild again.
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8-tracks, wow, I remember those. At least this is a good song for a long trip.
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It was the PERFECT song for that trip!
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I guessed the song just based on the first sentence of your post! So good!! Hope you enjoy your week, Edward!
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A fun way to start the post. Thank you, Wynne, and have a great weekend.
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I’m not the best with music recognition so I was proud of myself. 🙂
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Awesome!
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One of the best songs, and have a wonderful and safe time, Edward!
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Thank you, Lauren.
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Great song!
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I loved this song back in the day!!
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It’s a great song. Thank you, Beth.
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Ooooh you’re stepping out on the wild side, Edward . Have the best time at your reunion being as wild as you can.. lol.. Maybe just listening to this awesome song!!!!! 💗
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Thank you so much, my friend. 🫶🏼
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This song was HUGE when I was in high school. Then it appeared in too many movies and TV commercials. Bummer.
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That’s true, but it’s because it’s so good. We’ve got to keep the song alive for the younger generations. Thank you, Liz. 🎶
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You’re welcome, Edward. The time that song celebrates seems very long ago and far away now.
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Enjoy your time away!
P.S.: Good song selection!
–Scott
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Thank you, Scott.
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Have a great time rockin to the oldies, Edward.
Have a safe and fun trip!
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Thank you very much.
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You’re up, my brother:
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You’re welcome, my friend.
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“especially when politicians aren’t involved.” 😅 I enjoyed this.
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Thank you. I figured I’d throw that in there.
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That was cute, Edward. Enjoy the reunion and road trip. Blessings for a safe and fun time.
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Thank you so much, Mary.
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Be safe and have fun Edward., great tune by the way.
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Thank you, Ernie, and have a great weekend.
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Great song choice and fun intro for your trip. Enjoy Edward!
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Thank you, Brad.
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That is such a classic song. I would say it defines the late sixties era. Very popular tune for soundtracks! Have a great trip.
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Thank you, Rebecca. I think you’re right about the song defining the era. As soon as you hear it, you know it’s from the ’60s.
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Such a key song for parties any year since then!
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Yes!
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As soon as I read the first couple of words in your post, I thought “Steppenwolf!” And my next thought was, “I wonder if Edward knows they were a Canadian band” … Of course you knew! And, and other “of course”, … this is on many of my walking playlists.. both because it’s from my era, and because it’s a great exercise tune that definitely gets your motor runnin’ 😊
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Thank you, Terry. I figured it was in one of your playlists, it’s such a powerful and energetic song. 🎶
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It was an adventure that was for sure
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It was while I rode across Canada and when I took 101 down the west coast from Seattle to San Diageo. Then I crossed the border and rode through the desert on the Baja in Mexico
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Wow, that was a nice trip.
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I love the song. Very adapted for long road trips. Enjoy Edward and congratulations!
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Thank you, Michael. 🎶
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You’re most welcome.
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Boy does that bring back memories
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Glad to hear that—well, hopefully they’re good ones. Thank you.
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I used to listen to that while cross country bicycling
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Cool!
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😅😅
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