A Brooklyn resident’s catchy, viral song has gone beyond social media buzz to spotlight a long-standing frustration for New York City drivers: the notorious Exit 31 of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway, widely criticized as one of the most chaotic and poorly designed highway exits in the city. The track breaks down the daily struggles of navigating the exit, from sudden lane shifts to confusing signage, offering both humor and a sharp critique of urban infrastructure. While the song has sparked widespread discussion, it also raises questions about whether the city’s transportation authorities will take notice—or if this will remain just another viral moment without lasting change. For drivers and commuters, the debate over whether Exit 31 can—or should—be fixed is as relevant as ever.
Brooklyn man's viral song explains how to fix NYC's '3rd Worst Place,' Exit 31 of the BQE ABC7 New York
