Bitchtapes: Going Places

Whether you're leaving town, taking a drive, or just moving the eff ON, here's a mix that will have you covered no matter where you're going! 1. Dionne Warwick - Do You Know the Way to San Jose? Whoa-whoa-whoa-whoa! One of American legend Dionne Warwick's funnest tunes! 2. Camera Obscura - Let's Get Out of This Country If you need a breath of fresh air mentally or geographically, here's a fun song to sing along to. 3. Rufus Wainwright - California So it turns out there are a LOT of songs about California. I settled on this one from Rufus Wainwright for this mix for no real good reason besides it's catchy and feels like sunshine. 4. Astrud Gilberto - Take Me to Aruanda This breezy, bi-lingual bossa-nova tune from Brazilian songstress is great for welcoming in warming weather! 5. Karen Dalton - Are You Leaving for the Country? Karen Dalton's ballads have a way of making you feel like leaving and coming home at the same time, and this one is no exception. 6. Nellie McKay - Sentimental Journey Here's Nellie McKay covering the standard made famous by Doris Day. 7. The Boswell Sisters - Shuffle Off to Buffalo I don't meet many people who are as excited about the Boswell Sisters as I am, but I really can't get enough of their key-changing, genius harmonizing. This tune really showcases the talents of this 1920s trio. Plus I think it's about gettin' busy on a train. 8. Au Revoir Simone - Shadows (Jens Lekman Remix) If you're already familiar with “Shadows,” Jens Lekman totally recasts the song with his remix! You…might cry. Watch the original here. 9. Pavement - Box Elder I consider this early tune from Pavement a highly underrated break-up song. Perfect for driving with your elbow (or, you know, middle finger) out the window. 10. The Trash Can Sinatras - Maybe I Should Drive Speaking of driving, here's a song that to me just conjures the open road and new possibilities. 11. Archie Bell & the Drells - My Balloon's Going Up Musically and lyrically, this R&B song from 1969 exudes brighter skies and greener pastures. I dare your frown to NOT turn upside down! 12. The Breeders - Drivin' on 9 Best song ever? (Y/Y) Leave your moving on/going places recommendations in the comments!