Jerry Jeff Walker’s “Pick Up Truck Song” is a beloved classic that captures the spirit of freedom and wanderlust. Released in 1973, the song’s infectious melody and catchy chorus evoke the carefree joy of hitting the open road in a trusty pickup truck. With Walker’s distinctive vocals and vivid storytelling, the song paints a vivid picture of a nomadic lifestyle, celebrating the simple pleasures of life on the move and the camaraderie found among fellow travelers. “Pick Up Truck Song” has become an anthem for those seeking adventure and a reminder to embrace the journey rather than the destination. Its enduring popularity and timeless appeal make it a cherished gem in the rich tapestry of Jerry Jeff Walker’s musical legacy.
Jerry Jeff performs in Texas’ oldest dancehall, Gruene Hall.
Lyrics – Pick Up Truck Song
Yea, I used to look forward to Saturdays
When me and my grandpa’d get way
We’d hop in his pickup truck and we’d go to town
We had a couple chores that we had to do
It didn’t take long before we were throughC
Then we’d let the pickup truck just wander around
We’d make a run to the county dump
We’d always wave we saw someone
Grandpa make up a song as we rolled along
To the post office without fail
We get some feed and we’d check out the mail
And we never took the same road twice on the way back home
I spent a few years out runnin’ free
I spent two or three in New York City
And I moved back to Texas tired, hell I’d had enough
I’d go to Luckenbach on Saturdays
Cause Hondo had a way to brighten up my day
He always made me laugh when we rode in his pickup truck
We’d make a run to the county dump
We’d always wave when we saw someone
Hondo’d make up a tale as we rolled along
To the post office without fail
He’d get some chew and we’d check out the mail
And we never took the same road twice on the way back home