Highway Companion cover

Highway Companion

Tom Petty · 2006

57 min · 16 tracks · rock music

A reflective journey through Americana, blending heartfelt storytelling with Petty's signature rock sound.

Why this album works

'Highway Companion' was well-received by critics, debuting at number four on the Billboard 200 chart and solidifying Petty's status as a rock icon. Notably, it featured the track 'Saving Grace,' which received substantial airplay on rock radio stations and contributed to the album's cultural impact.
Career context
Released in 2006, 'Highway Companion' was Tom Petty's first album released under his own label, Highway Companion Records, marking a significant shift in his career. It came after the successful 'The Last DJ' (2002), showcasing a more introspective and mature songwriting style as Petty navigated personal and professional changes.
Stylistic neighbors
John Mayer· ZZ Top· Daniel Lanois

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Saving Grace Standout 3:48
  • 2 Square One Standout 3:26
  • 3 Flirting With Time 3:16
  • 4 Down South 3:27
  • 5 Jack 2:29
  • 6 Turn This Car Around Standout 3:59
  • 7 Big Weekend 3:16
  • 8 Night Driver 4:28
  • 9 Damaged by Love 3:23
  • 10 This Old Town 4:17
  • 11 Ankle Deep 3:24
  • 12 The Golden Rose 4:45
  • 13 Home 3:12
  • 14 Around the Roses 3:00
  • 15 Big Weekend (demo version) 3:05
  • 16 This Old Town (demo version) 4:28

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