The Road Goes on Forever - The Highwaymen - MP3 instrumental karaoke

"The Road Goes on Forever" by The Highwaymen, the title track from their 1995 album of the same name, is a country-western song written by Robert Earl Keen, Jr. The song is famous for its storytelling, exploring themes of freedom, rebellion, and the passage of time. The version by The Highwaymen – a country music supergroup made up of Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, and Kris Kristofferson – blends country with rock influences, featuring prominent guitar work and the rugged, distinctive vocals of the group's members. The song was originally recorded by Robert Earl Keen on his 1989 album West Textures, but it gained broader acclaim and a fresh interpretation with The Highwaymen's rendition. The release period of this song came at a time during The Highwaymen's career when they found themselves going back to past themes of outlaws and enduring brotherhood, introducing a component of nostalgia to the songs they played. Produced by Don Was, the album hit number 42 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart.