Alabama Road Trip Playlist: Family-Approved Rolling In
Whether you’re crossing into the Yellowhammer State for the first time or cruising through with the windows down, this feel-good, family-approved Alabama road trip playlist sets the tone for memory-making on the move. It’s packed with nostalgia, energy, and just the right touch of Florence flair—perfect for your first day of adventure with Ethan & Oliver!
When to Press Play:
Hit play the moment you cross the Alabama state line or kick off Day 1 of your journey. It’s your soundtrack for pointing out cotton fields, spotting state welcome signs, and getting everyone in the spirit.
The Playlist
🎧 Listen on Apple Music
Approx. 1 hour | Kid-friendly | Built for joy
- “L-O-V-E” – Nat King Cole
Classy, playful, and perfect for rolling into Florence—just like Ethan & Oliver do in the opening scene. - “All Night Long” – Lionel Richie
Celebrate Florence’s own! Great for seat dancing and honoring a musical legend. - “Life Is a Highway” – Rascal Flatts
Road trip royalty. Roll the windows down and sing it loud. (You know Oliver will!) - “Brand New” – TobyMac
A fresh start kind of vibe, ideal for launching a new adventure. - “Sweet Home Alabama” – Lynyrd Skynyrd
You must. Turn it up. Smile. You’re officially in Alabama. - “The Way (New Horizon)” – Pat Barrett
Reflective and worshipful—perfect for quiet stretches of God’s countryside. - “I’ve Been Everywhere” – Johnny Cash
Let the kids try to keep up—it turns every state line into a celebration. - “Joy” – For King & Country
Add instant energy and car-seat dance parties. - “Do Life Big” – Jamie Grace
Big faith. Big fun. Big memories. This one’s for the whole family. - “Best Day of My Life” – American Authors
Snap a selfie, spot a cow, and declare it epic. - “Home” – Phillip Phillips
Reminds us that home is wherever our people are—especially in the back seat. - “On Top of the World” – Imagine Dragons
When that “Welcome to Sweet Home Alabama” sign comes into view… this hits. - “Southern Style” – Darius Rucker
Slower groove, rich in Southern charm and warm vibes. - “Back Home” – Andy Grammer feat. Andy Mineo
Clean, fun, and perfectly captures the feeling of rolling through somewhere that feels familiar—yet brand new.
Bonus Tip: Make a “State Soundtrack Collection”
Turn this into a family tradition!
🎶 Create a new playlist for each state you visit. Include:
- Local artists
- Your family’s favorite songs
- A few surprise throwbacks
Save each one as a digital time capsule of your adventure.
Ready to roll?
🎧 Listen to the Ethan & Oliver Alabama Playlist and let the memories begin.
Read more about the boys singing at the top of their lungs in Ethan and Oliver Adventures: Great Alabama Road Trip book.
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