“Are You Gonna Go My Way” is a high-energy rock anthem by American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Lenny Kravitz, released in February 1993 as the lead single from his third studio album of the same name. Co-written by Lenny Kravitz and Craig Ross, the song became one of Kravitz’s signature hits and a defining track of the early 1990s rock scene.
The lyrics of Are You Gonna Go My Way are cryptic yet uplifting, with a spiritual and universal message. Kravitz has stated that the song is sung from the perspective of Jesus Christ, expressing a mission to lead people toward love and understanding.
The song is driven by an infectious, fuzzy guitar riff, performed by Craig Ross, which gives it a raw and energetic classic rock feel. Kravitz’s vocal delivery is powerful and soulful, reminiscent of Jimi Hendrix and Led Zeppelin. The production, handled by Kravitz himself, blends hard rock, funk, and psychedelic elements, creating a sound that feels both retro and modern.
“Are You Gonna Go My Way” was a global hit, reaching No. 1 in Australia and the U.S. Mainstream Rock Tracks chart, while peaking at No. 4 in the UK Singles Chart. It won Best Male Rock Vocal Performance at the 1994 Grammy Awards and remains one of Kravitz’s most beloved tracks.