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Heading Out to the Highway

Hit the gas with Judas Priest's driving 1981 heavy metal anthem, "Heading Out to the Highway"...
BAND | Judas Priest

"Heading Out to the Highway"

Last updated 📅 2025-04-19

Hit the gas with Judas Priest's driving 1981 heavy metal anthem, "Heading Out to the Highway"! A key track from their Point of Entry album, its infectious riff and themes of freedom make it a perfect cruisin' classic for rock and metal fans.

  • TITLE: Heading Out to the Highway
  • BAND: Judas Priest
  • GENRE: Heavy Metal
  • OTHER: Cruisin Classic
  • RELEASEDAY: May 01
  • YEAR: 1981

Released as a successful single from the 1981 album Point of Entry, "Heading Out to the Highway" showcased a slightly more melodic yet still powerful heavy metal sound for Judas Priest. Featuring Rob Halford's soaring vocals and classic twin-guitar harmonies, it became a rock radio staple.

This energetic 1981 heavy metal track captures the exhilarating feeling of escape onto the open road. Its driving rhythm, memorable guitar hooks, and optimistic vibe make "Heading Out to the Highway" an enduring Judas Priest favorite and an essential addition to any cruisin' classic playlist.

SONG MEANING: The song is a straightforward celebration of freedom, escape, and the possibilities found on the open road. The lyrics express a desire to leave troubles behind ("I'm gonna leave 'em all behind") and embrace the journey ahead ("Got my motor rollin' for the open road").

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"Judas Priest"

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  • TITLE: Judas Priest
  • ACTIVE: 1969–1992 (1969), 1996–present (1996)
  • BAND: Judas Priest
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  • BAND: Judas Priest
  • GENRE: Heavy Metal
  • OTHER: Workout Song
  • RELEASEDAY: August 23
  • YEAR: 1980
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  • BAND: Judas Priest
  • GENRE: Heavy Metal
  • RELEASEDAY: July 17
  • YEAR: 1982
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