Song

East Bound and Down

by Jerry Reed

East Bound and Down is a 1977 song by Jerry Reed, 2:35 long. A karaoke version is available on KaraFun. It fits the Cardinal Direction, Direction, Trip or Journey song themes.

Karaoke favorite

Released 1977 Length 2:35 Country Rock, Country

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Performance tips

• Lean into the conversational, talk-sung phrasing
• Ride the groove instead of trying to overpower it
• Have fun with the storytelling rhythm to keep it lively

In these themes

• 🧭Cardinal Direction"East"
• 🧭Direction"East"
• 🧳Trip or Journey

Karaoke versions

There's a karaoke version of this song. Most karaoke services carry it; KaraFun lists it among its most-sung songs.

• Find karaoke versions on YouTubeOpens a YouTube search for "East Bound and Down" karaoke

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