We all know life is better when there’s a playlist. Songs can transport us to our favorite places and moments in our lives. All the movies we know and love best have a slapping soundtrack (and one that we probably know by heart!). We’re here to make your next Tunica road trip a pure cinematic experience. So, set your dial, aux, Bluetooth—or whatever way you play your tunes en route—to these smooth sounds that’ll put you in the mood for Tunica.
We’re going to start things off nice and easy now with a few classic favorites. These will get you bee-bopping down the road and thinking about placing bets. Your mind will wander a little bit. Let it. These songs will keep you between the lines with your headlights pointed toward Tunica. Warm up your dice-rolling fingers by snapping along or keeping time on the steering wheel.
On the Road Again—Willie Nelson
The Race is On—George Jones
The Gambler—Kenny Rogers
King of the Road—Roger Miller
Settle back into your seat now and let the beats lull you into the hum of the highway. These songs will pass the miles. And, listen, you might think you don’t know Booker T. but you’ll know him well just as soon as the bass notes start popping and those happy organ notes run their game. This part of the playlist will help you find your suave for keeping your cool when the stakes are high.
Good Luck Charm—Elvis Presley
Green Onions—Booker T. & the M.G.’s
Cruisin’—Smokey Robinson
Freeway of Love—Aretha Franklin
Low Rider—War
Alright, we’re going to crank it up a little and we suggest you do too. Go ahead—don’t be afraid of a little volume! These songs will have you singing along. You don’t want to strain those vocal cords when you holler every time you score a jackpot. Warm up those pipes for when you hit it big. You’ll thank us later.
Fantastic Voyage—Lakeside
Life is a Highway—Rascal Flatts
Tumbling Dice—The Rolling Stones
Ramblin’ Man—Allman Brothers Band
Roadhouse Blues—The Doors
Back of a Car—Big Star
Born to Run—Bruce Springsteen
Ready for that top-of-the-world feeling? We’ve got plenty of that waiting for you when you arrive in Tunica. In the meantime, this part of the playlist will remind you that it’s good to cut loose and have a little fun. Believe us when we say it’s just what the doctor ordered.
Just What the Doctor Ordered—Ted Nugent
Girls Just Want to Have Fun—Cyndi Lauper
Slow Ride—Foghat
Here, we’re going to ease on out of things by bringing it back to a long-haul set. Can you feel it? You’re getting a little bit closer to Tunica. As the inimitable Sheryl Crow sings, you’re getting a little bit closer to “feelin’ fine.”
Ace of Spades—Motorhead
The Passenger—Iggy Pop
Behind the Wheel—Depeche Mode
Roam—The B-52’s
Every Day is a Winding Road—Sheryl Crow
At this point, you’re primed to go ahead and loop this playlist back to the beginning. Consider this playlist your party favor. Once you run though it a few times you’ll find yourself automatically thinking of Tunica no matter if you’re here or not. Boring day at the office? Revisit this playlist to boost your spirits and remind yourself to book your next trip. We can’t wait to see you!
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