Don’t forget Ray Charles:
“Hit the Road Jack” is a song written by the rhythm and blues artist Percy Mayfield and recorded by Ray Charles. The song was a US number 1 hit in 1961, and won a Grammy award for Best Rhythm and Blues Recording, becoming one of Charles’ signature songs.
Here’s a cool version: https://youtu.be/FQRBgOezzgU
Elvis..
First time I heard him was on a trip to Texas and Elvis was singing Heartbreak Hotel, out of Del Rio station.
After he hit the road and departed, Jack got back on his feet, started making good money, and even bought a Cadillac. Now she wants him back, but he's not so sure he wants to return.
Well, I Told You--The Chantels (1961)