Cue up Glen Campbell’s 1969 hit “Galveston” and hit the road to the charming beach town it immortalized. The historic 19th century island port is less than an hour from Houston, but its captivating Victorian architecture, newly renovated hotels, and delicious seafood make it feel like a tropical getaway. We suggest staying at the magnificently restored Grand Galvez or the Carr Mansion while exploring this historic area.

Feel your heart go “Bidi Bidi Bom Bom” as you head to Corpus Christi to visit the Mirador de la Flor memorial honoring the legendary Selena. While in the hometown of the Queen of Tejano Music, celebrate her life and legacy at the Selena Museum and see her star on the Texas Walk of Fame. Afterward, explore the vibrant arts scene, take a stroll along the bayfront, or catch live music at one of the city’s waterfront venues.

Taste Central Texas inspiration to the tune of Guy Clark’s “Dublin Blues.” While he’s wishing he “was in Austin/In a chili parlor bar,” you’ll be living the dream at the Texas Chili Parlor, the longtime Austin establishment Clark’s singing about. Don’t forget to pair a famous Mad Dog margarita with your authentic Texas chili. And make sure to try all the mouthwatering BBQ and authentic taquerias found throughout the Live Music Capital of the World.

It’s time to turn on “Luckenbach, Texas (Back to the Basics of Love)” and visit the charming dancehall destination made famous by the Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson tune. Along the way, you’ll find plenty of boutiques and Western-wear spots to make sure you’re ready to two-step in style. Once you get to Luckenbach, you can enjoy live music almost every night. While there’s shopping, lodging, and places to eat, Luckenbach is really all about the music, so don’t wait to hit the dance floor.

Driving north, put on the George Strait classic “Does Fort Worth Ever Cross Your Mind?” The answer, of course, should be yes. Listen to Fort Worth native Leon Bridges and soak in the “Texas Sun” with a full playlist of activities to enjoy, from the twice-daily cattle drives at the Fort Worth Stockyards to Sundance Square, a lively 27-block entertainment district with shopping, restaurants, art galleries, entertainment, and more.

Belt your way through “Oh, Boy!” on the road to Lubbock for a show at the Buddy Holly Hall, and keep your musical journey going at the Buddy Holly Center, featuring a permanent exhibit about the Texas kid turned rock legend, including a pair of his famous black-rimmed glasses found at the site of the plane crash that took his life. While you’re there, make sure to snap a selfie with the giant glasses outside, and round out your trip to Lubbock with a stop at an up-and-coming brewery or winery.

For your last destination, let George Strait’s “Amarillo by Morning” fill you with the promise of travel. A famed stop along Route 66, Amarillo has one of the most iconic art installations in the country, the famed Cadillac Ranch. You’ll find plenty of art to enjoy across the city, in part thanks to the annual Hoodoo Mural Festival, a community get-together dedicated to beautifying Amarillo’s downtown. And while you’re nearby, don’t miss Palo Duro Canyon, the second-largest canyon in the U.S.

“Out in the West Texas town of El Paso,” sing along to Marty Robbins’ famous song (or its popular Grateful Dead cover) while you immerse yourself in the history and culture of the city it was named for. “El Paso” is about falling in love, and you’ll do just that with the area’s awe-inspiring mountain ranges and diverse wildlife. We suggest hiking the Aztec Cave Trail to see its namesake hillside caves, but there’s also plenty of nature for non-hikers, including the Chihuahuan Desert Gardens.

Crank up “Piece of My Heart” and head to the Texas Gulf Coast, home to music legends like Janis Joplin, who hailed from Port Arthur. Tour the Joplin Family Home, explore the Museum of the Gulf Coast, or paddle the marshes at nearby Sea Rim State Park. In the Beaumont area, see music memorabilia, dig into local eats, and trace the roots of J.P. Richardson (The Big Bopper), Mark Chesnutt, Clay Walker, and George Jones.