Space Truckin'
Deep Purple · Other Songs - Deep Purple
We always had a ball on Mars
Meeting all the groovey people
We've rocked the Milky Way so far
We danced around with Borealice
We're space truckin' round the the stars
Come on let's go Space Truckin'
Remember when we did the moonshot
And Pony Trekker led the way
We'd move to the Canaveral moonstop
And everynaut would dance and sway
We got music in our solar system
We're space truckin' round the stars
Come on let's go Space Truckin'
The fireball that we rode was moving
But now we've got a new machine
Yeah Yeah Yeah Yeah the freaks said
Man those cats can really swing
They got music in their solar system
They've rocked around the Milky Way
They dance around the Borealice
They're Space Truckin' everyday
Come on
Space Truckin'
Space Truckin' stands as a defining track from Deep Purple's 1972 album Machine Head, capturing the band's transition into a heavier, more progressive sound. The song features a distinctive, driving rhythm that contrasts with the band's earlier blues-based hard rock, showcasing the tight interplay between the rhythm section and the soaring guitar work. As part of a landmark recording session, the track highlights the group's ability to blend complex arrangements with accessible rock energy. It remains a staple of their live performances and discography, illustrating the creative peak of the Mark II lineup. The recording exemplifies the era's experimental approach to hard rock, balancing technical precision with raw power without relying on lyrical repetition to drive its impact.