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Robert William Troup Jr. (October 18, 1918 – February 7, 1999) was an American actor, jazz pianist, singer, and songwriter. He wrote the song "Route 66" and acted in the role of Dr. Joe Early with his wife Julie London in the television program Emergency! in the 1970s. [1]
"(Get Your Kicks on) Route 66" is a popular rhythm and blues song, composed in 1946 by American songwriter Bobby Troup. The lyrics relate a westward roadtrip on U.S. Route 66, a highway which traversed the western two-thirds of the U.S. from Chicago, Illinois, to Los Angeles, California.
- "Everyone Is Sayin' Hello Again (Why Must We Say Goodbye)"
- April 22, 1946
- 1946
- Rhythm and blues
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Apr 9, 2024 · Route 66 is a legendary song written by Bobby Troup in 1946, which has been covered by numerous artists over the years such as Nat King Cole, Chuck Berry, and The Rolling Stones. The song has become synonymous with the famous highway connecting Chicago, Illinois to Santa Monica, California.
The Lyrics. The lyrics of “ (Get Your Kicks On) Route 66” reflect the spirit of freedom and exploration that has come to be associated with the famous highway. Here are some of the iconic lyrics: “Well, if you ever plan to motor west, Just take my way, that’s the highway that’s the best. Get your kicks on Route 66.”
Jul 2, 2021 · Friday 02 July 2021 21:30 BST. Comments. Troup, whose song lives on long after the road gave way to the interstate (Getty) W hen The Rolling Stones first recorded “Route 66”, more properly...