Wherever You're Goin' It's Alright
REO Speedwagon · Best Foot Forward [1985]
Look to the sky
Set your course on into the night
Say good-bye
Hold your head high
Wherever you're goin it's alright
Things must change
You know they always do
Get re-arranged
No reflection on you
Just face the danger
And follow it through
And the change is gonna be for the best
Well I know
How crazy it feels
When you go
Go out shufflin your heels
So take it slow
And make only good deals
You're a young man and it's time to go west
Oooh yes
You say good-bye
You look to the sky
Set your course on into the night
You say good-bye
You hold your head high
Wherever you're goin it's alright
Take a chance
Go on make your move
Nothin' fancy
You got nothin' to prove
Just make a stance
You know were countin' on you
You are the one with the vision
So move out
Move ahead of the fear
Have no doubt
In your mind there's a very clear out
And someone must steer
It is you who must make the decision
Oooh yeah
(chorus) 3x
(solo)
(chorus) fade
Wherever You're Goin' It's Alright
Released on REO Speedwagon's 1985 compilation Best Foot Forward, this track exemplifies the band's signature blend of melodic rock and polished production. As a staple of their discography, the song captures the late 1970s and early 1980s sound that defined their career, featuring the group's characteristic interplay between lead vocals and driving guitar riffs. The recording serves as a testament to the band's ability to craft anthemic pop-rock that resonated with audiences across generations. While often associated with their earlier hits like Can't Fight This Feeling, Wherever You're Goin' It's Alright maintains the same emotional depth and radio-friendly structure that made REO Speedwagon a cornerstone of classic rock. The song remains a recognizable piece of their catalog, reflecting the enduring appeal of their work from the 1970s through the mid-1980s.