King Of The Road
101 Strings Orchestra · Other Songs - 101 Strings Orchestra
Rooms to let, 50 cents
No phone, no pool, no pets
I ain't got no cigarettes
Ah but two hours of pushin' broom
Buys an 8 by 12, four bed room, mama
Man of means by no means
King of the road
Third box car midnight train
Destination Bangor, Maine
Old worn out suits and shoes
I don't pay no union dues
I smoke old stogies I have found
Short but not too big around
I'm a man of means by no means
King of the road
I know, every engineer on every train
All of their children and all of their names
And every hand-out in every town
And every lock that ain't locked
When no one's around
I sing, รข#128##156#Trailers for sale or rent
Rooms to let, 50 cents
No phone, no pool, no pets
I ain't got no cigarettes"
Ah but two hours of pushin' broom
Buys an 8 by 12, four bed room mama
Man of means by no means
King of the road
Trailers for sale or rent
Rooms to let, 50 cents
No phone, no pool, no pets
I ain't got no cigarettes
Ah but two hours of pushin' broom
Buys an 8
King Of The Road - 101 Strings Orchestra
The 101 Strings Orchestra's rendition of 'King Of The Road' stands as a definitive example of the British Invasion's polished pop-rock sound. Recorded in the early 1960s, the track features the orchestra's signature arrangement, blending lush string sections with the driving rhythm of the Beatles' original composition. While the melody is instantly recognizable, the orchestra's interpretation emphasizes a smoother, more orchestral texture that distinguished their catalog from other contemporary groups. This recording exemplifies the era's cross-pollination of styles, where rock energy met classical instrumentation to create a timeless anthem. The song remains a staple of mid-century pop culture, celebrated for its catchy hook and the seamless integration of vocal performance with full ensemble backing.