Go Your Own Way

Experience the raw energy of Fleetwood Mac's "Go Your Own Way"! A standout rock anthem from their legendary 1977 album Rumours (written and first released as a single in late 1976), its driving rhythm and passionate vocals capture the turmoil and intensity of the band during its creation.

Penned by Lindsey Buckingham in 1976 amidst his breakup with Stevie Nicks, "Go Your Own Way" became the fiery lead single for Fleetwood Mac's masterpiece album, Rumours. Released in late '76/early '77, this iconic rock track perfectly blends acoustic drive with electric intensity, featuring Mick Fleetwood's signature drum beat, John McVie's solid bass lines, intricate vocal harmonies, and Buckingham's blistering guitar solo.

"Go Your Own Way" was a major chart success, embodying the raw, complex emotions defining the Rumours album. Its direct lyrics reflecting the Buckingham/Nicks split added a layer of intense public fascination that persists today. Decades later, it remains one of Fleetwood Mac’s most popular and enduring songs – a powerful rock anthem known for its captivating energy and emotional honesty.

SONG MEANING: "Go Your Own Way" is Lindsey Buckingham's candid, somewhat harsh perspective on his deteriorating relationship with bandmate Stevie Nicks during the making of the Rumours album. The lyrics express deep frustration (like the contentious line "Packing up, shacking up is all you wanna do"), acknowledge lingering feelings, and ultimately deliver the painful acceptance of separation, telling her to follow her own path.