Crucial Track for June 4, 2025

"1979 (Remastered 2012)" by The Smashing Pumpkins

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Describe the perfect song for a road trip and why it works.

There are lots of songs that fit the bill for this. The one I'm picking is somewhat out of left field I think (based on what I normally post) but I think it's a fantastic windows down, wind rustling through your hair, driving along a wide stretch of open road sort of song. It's 1979 by The Smashing Pumpkins. It reminds me of trips to the lake with friends in high school and college and just being carefree. If you are compiling a playlist for your next trip - add it!