1985 Songs: Life’s Highway

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Oh, no, two country songs in a row from 1985! Sorry about that (no I’m not ). We continue the monthlong look at songs from 40 years ago. Some of these have aged well. I think this one has, particularly!! Life’s Highway - Steve Wariner NOTE: This is NOT that Tom Cochrane “Life is a Highway” song. That came out in 1991, and it’s not half the song this one is. Yeah, that one is a good rocker, but this one…ooh! This is philosophical (“there’s bread to win and tolls to pay…here’s hoping you never go astray on life’s highway”), all the while maintaining a great country feel with Jerry Douglas’ always-stellar dobro playing leading the way. Steve Wariner was quite successful in the 80s, but he’s fallen through the cracks of time. That’s a shame, because, after four Grammys and three CMAs, he should be remembered by more than a few fans. If nothing else, for this great song. Life’s Highway Written by Richard Leigh and Roger Murrah Recorded by Steve Wariner From Life’s Highway, 1985 There’s a stir across the land: