Ride
Lana Del Rey
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I've been out on that open road You can be my full time, daddy white and gold Singing blues has been getting old You can be my full time, baby Hot or cold Don't break me down I've been travelin' too long I've been trying too hard With one pretty song I hear the birds on the summer breeze, I drive fast I am alone in the night Been tryin' hard not to get into trouble, but I I've got a war in my mind So, I just ride Just ride, I just ride, I just ride Dying young and I'm playing hard That's the way my father made his life an art Drink all day and we talk 'til dark That's the way the road doves do it, ride 'til dark Don't leave me now Don't say good bye Don't turn around Leave me high and dry I hear the birds on the summer breeze, I drive fast I am alone in the night Been tryin' hard not to get in trouble, but I I've got a war in my mind I just ride Just ride, I just ride, I just ride I'm tired of feeling like I'm fucking crazy I'm tired of driving 'till I see stars in my eyes I look up to hear myself saying, baby Too much I strive, I just ride I hear the birds on the summer breeze, I drive fast I am alone at midnight Been tryin' hard not to get in trouble, but I I've got a war in my mind I just ride Just ride, I just ride, I just ride
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Written by: ELIZABETH GRANT, JUSTIN PARKER
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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12 facts about this song
Composer and Release Year"Ride" was co-written by Lana Del Rey and Justin Parker. It was released in the year 2012.
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Album Inclusion"Ride" is a prominent song from Lana Del Rey's third EP, "Paradise."
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Music GenreThe song is a ballad that falls under the genre of baroque pop, a fusion of classical music, pop, and rock.
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, "Ride" debuted at number 10 on the UK Singles Chart. It also performed well globally, charting within the top 50 in several countries including Belgium and France.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Ride" is approximately 10 minutes long, featuring a monologue from Lana Del Rey and cinematic narrative scenes in addition to the song itself.
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Video DirectorThe music video for 'Ride' was directed by Antony Mandler, a renowned music video director.
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Lyrical ThemeThe song's lyrics revolve around freedom, independence, and escaping from societal expectations.
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Live PerformancesLana Del Rey has performed "Ride" live on various occasions, including on the television show 'Later... with Jools Holland.'
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Critical ReceptionThe song received generally positive reviews from music critics who praised its cinematic sound and Del Rey's vocal performance.
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Cover Versions"Ride" has been covered by several artists and music groups, demonstrating its lasting influence in the music world.
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Soundtrack AppearanceThe song was featured in the official soundtrack for the 2013 film adaptation of "The Great Gatsby."
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Cultural Impact"Ride" has been interpreted as a reflection of the American Dream, and its video has been analyzed in academic studies for its depiction of Americana.
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