Mustang Sally

Ride, Sally, ride! Get down with Wilson Pickett's iconic 1966 R&B smash hit cover, "Mustang Sally." Driven by a legendary soulful groove and Pickett's electrifying vocals, this track became one of his signature songs and an enduring party anthem, perfect for cruising.

Released as a chart-topping single, Wilson Pickett's powerful rendition transformed Mack Rice's original tune into an R&B standard. Recorded with legendary Muscle Shoals session players, its gritty Southern soul sound and infectious rhythm made it an instant classic and ultimate cruisin' favorite back then.

Featuring Pickett's signature screams and pleading vocals urging Sally to slow down, this 1966 R&B track is pure energy. Its call-and-response sections and driving groove have made "Mustang Sally" a timeless bar band staple and beloved cruising song for generations.

SONG MEANING: The lyrics are addressed to "Sally," chiding her for her wild ways and constant desire to run around town ("All you wanna do is ride around Sally"). The singer repeatedly urges her to slow down her fast lifestyle ("Ride, Sally, ride") and become more grounded ("put your flat feet on the ground").