Keep on Truckin'!
Keep on, Keepin' onTruckin'!
Yes, Wealthy Affiliate creatives, entrepreneurs, bloggers, writers, editors, biz-owners -- how are you all doing today?
Ok, keep on Truckin'!
Where did that expression come from?
According to Groovy History:
"The phrase was popularized by cartoonist Robert Crumb back last century, in 1968, with a one-page comic. Since then the phrase has appeared in many places such as on posters, written into song lyrics, as well as, popularized on bumper stickers and tee-shirts."
-- However, one might ask, but what does it actually mean?
The words originated from a song written in 1936 by Blind Boy Fuller and the song was called “Truckin’ My Blues Away;"
Apparently, Crumb was an avid blues fan, so it was surmised that he likely heard the phrase in Fuller’s song and adapted it to his comic strip. His famous underground comic book Zap Comix, depicted a group of fellas strutting across different landscapes while saying the phrase “keep on truckin’” - it was an immediate hit! . . . yes, a Hit Parade, it's been. . .
And that's what history has said, that is where the popular phrase of 'Keep on Truckin' came from a long time ago.
Well, today, in reality, the trucking industry of North America moves food and supplies to all points central. The economy relies on it.
Just to give you an example and some perspective:
According to the US-CFS, (commodity flows survey) trucks transported 71.6% or $10.4 trillion of the $14.5 trillion of the value of all goods shipped within the United States in the year 2017, the latest year for which statistics are available.
Now, isn't that an incredible dollar value?! . . . it's in the Trillions of Dollars, folks!
Thanks to ALL our Truckers!!
Well back to 'Keep on Truckin' --
It appeared to be a pretty simple motivational message as equivalent to ' keep on keepin' on, or get 'er done, or hang in there.'
The phrase grew into a cultural phenomenon and it's in even greater use today, it seems!
What is a favorite saying of yours that you like to use today?
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Reminds me of the truckers in Canada right now. The usual Lamestream media don't report it. They are out in force right now against mandatory Jabs and jab passports. Keep on trucking is the backbone of any country. Surely we all know that now. What's going on right now in Canada is phenomenal. Been a truck driver's daughter and my bro is like his dad a truck driver but he is in Canada right now. Love the backbone of what truckers stand for. I should it's what kept us fed and watered. xx
hey hi Debs!!
where the heck have u been?!
Super to see ya back!
Yes, we're sending blessings and prayers for the truckers' safety on the road -- the outpouring of love and support has been phenomenal -- a world event it's becoming! ... 🚚🚛🚛🚚🚛 ...
yes, keep on truckin' ... 🌼😊🌿 ...
Those mandatory jabs have got to go, IMHO!
How have you been, Debs? Long time no see! Successful, I hope!
Jeff
There you are dear friend...
Your presence has been missed these last couple of days...
Maybe you were trucking across the big country delivering vital goods to those in need??🤔
That deserves a huggie face and a couple of pressies..
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*** how did you ever guess, dear Nick?! ... let's keep on truckin'! ...
keep well, cheerio ... 🚚🚛🍰☕😊🌿🌼 ... chuckles! ... 🤗 ...
Must have been my sixth sense dear friend...
But I know you are always out doing good deeds.. and you are most welcome to the pressies of course!
Keep on truckin..
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ah yes, sixth sense or third eye! ... everyone needs to further develop their own individual powers ... too many rely on others such as gurus for guidance when one's own guidance for self is the best path forward, yes?
always a delight to see you my dear friend ... cheerio ... :))
I never like to rely on others... especially so called "gurus" dear friend..!!
My own path may not be perfect for all... but it is the one I am taking!!
Have another pressie or two...
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Thanks Keisha! I loved that song by Eddie Kendricks as I was growing up in the '70's. Great to read about some of the history. Truckers are so crucial to our economy and getting items from point a to point b. There's even a "Truckers Freedom Convoy 2022." Check it out on YouTube.
*** yes, keep on truckin'! .... our hearts and good wishes are with the truckers! ... blessings to them for every success ... :)) ***
There lots of newer songs that come to mine like Eddie Rabbit and Alabama songs about trucking. I appreciate truckers (because I am one). In between snow storms this week been transporting the vaccine or the infusion to help fight COVID.
Some grocery stores are reporting shortages in some products again in the US. Even though I transport pharmaceuticals, like to think all truckers for supplying everything else to our families that is needed.
Thanks for posting this Keisha!
*** Wow, Jannette!
YOU're a GAL Trucker?! ... love ya!!
keep warm & safe driving ... blessings ... :)) ***
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I use get ur done all the time myself. In my self talk and to others when on jobs and gigs. Keep on trucking goes back to my childhood years when my father was alive and a truck driver. He drove the suck trucks that suck out the mud from drilling rigs in Santa Barbara Coundty, California back in 1970's. We used that phase, Keep on Trucking as to mean," Let's Get there," or " Make it happen".
Good post to wake up to and see first thing Here in our WA community.
You Rock Keishalina, Keep on Trucking in your blogs, daily life and lets all keep that bank account, to Keep on Trucking!
Then Zam man!
hey hi Scott -- super to see ya here today! ... :))
... sure appreciate hearing of your early days story with your Dad ... (bless both yours and mine) ...
glad this post gave you a good morning reading and indeed, "keep on truckin'!" ....
all the very best to you Scott, the Zam man!
thanks kindly for being here, cheerio ... :))