"Let's Go" is a 1979 song by the Cars, written by Ric Ocasek for the band's second studio album Candy-O. A new wave rock song with sarcastic lyrics, the song's hook was inspired by the Routers. The song's vocals are performed by bassist Benjamin Orr. "Let's Go" was released in 1979 as the debut single from Candy-O on Elektra Records. The single was a chart success, reaching number 14 in the United States and charting in multiple other countries. It has since appeared on several compilation album