When the blues meets the crossroads of heartache and defiance, you get a soulful anthem of liberation. In this timeless classic, Ray Charles embodies a man who’s had enough of his lover's relentless mistreatment. The repeated command to "hit the road" signifies an urgent plea for self-respect and freedom from toxic love. As he grapples with the sting of betrayal, his resilience shines through—he's ready to walk away and reclaim his dignity. The dialogue between Ray and the backing vocals adds a layer of raw emotion, capturing the push-and-pull dynamic of a relationship on the brink. Ultimately, it's an empowering message wrapped in rhythm and blues: sometimes, letting go is the best way to move forward.
Hit The Road Jack
Lyrics
Hit the road Jack and don't you come back
No more, no more, no more, no more
Hit the road Jack and don't you come back
No more
What'd you say?
Hit the road Jack and don't you come back
No more, no more, no more, no more
Hit the road Jack and don't you come back
No more
Oh woman, oh woman, don't treat me so mean
You're the meanest old woman that I've ever seen
I guess if you say so
I'll have to pack my things and go (that's right)
Hit the road Jack and don't you come back
No more, no more, no more, no more
Hit the road Jack and don't you come back
No more
What'd you say?
Hit the road Jack and don't you come back
No more, no more, no more, no more
Hit the road Jack and don't you come back
No more
Now baby, listen baby, don't you treat me this way
'Cause I'll be back on my feet some day
Don't care if you do, 'cause it's understood
You ain't got no money, you just ain't no good
Well, I guess if you say so
I'll have to pack my things and go (that's right)
Hit the road Jack and don't you come back
No more, no more, no more, no more
Hit the road Jack and don't you come back
No more
What'd you say?
Hit the road Jack and don't you come back
No more, no more, no more, no more
Hit the road Jack and don't you come back
No more
Well (don't you come back no more)
Uh, what you say? (don't you come back no more)
I didn't understand you (don't you come back no more)
You can't mean that (don't you come back no more)
Oh now, baby, please (don't you come back no more)
What you tryin' to do to me? (don't you come back no more)
Writer(s): Percy Mayfield
Copyright(s): Lyrics © THE RAY CHARLES FOUNDATION DBA TANGERINE MUSIC
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