U.S. Route 59 is a significant north-south highway stretching approximately 1,911 miles across the central United States. Established in 1934, it serves as a vital corridor connecting the U.S.-Mexico border in Laredo, Texas, to the U.S.-Canada border near Lancaster, Minnesota, where it continues as Manitoba Highway 59. This route traverses seven states, playing a key role in regional commerce and travel, and is even part of the NAFTA Corridor Highway System. In Texas, where it is known as the Lloyd Bentsen Highway, portions of US 59 are being upgraded to Interstate 69, reflecting its ongoing importance in the national transportation network.
This extensive highway has naturally found its way into American music, inspiring artists to capture its essence in song. Our collection features four tracks that reference U.S. Route 59, including "South Texas Tradition" by John Baumann and "So Houston" by Z-Ro, each offering a unique musical perspective on this iconic road.
The highway as RoadyGoat maps it; pins mark songs placed along it.