Ride on
AC/DC AC/DC Lyrics
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And another lonely town
But I ain't too young to worry
And I ain't too old to cry
When a woman gets me down
Got another empty bottle
And another empty bed
Ain't too young to admit it
I'm just another empty head
That's why I'm lonely
I'm so lonely
But I know what I'm gonna do
I'm gonna ride on
Ride on
Ride on, standing on the edge of the road
Ride on, thumb in the air
Ride on, one of these days I'm gonna
Ride on, change my evil ways
Till then I'll just keep dragging on
Broke another promise
And I broke another heart
But I ain't too young to realize
That I ain't too old to try
Try to get back to the start
And it's another red light nightmare
Another red light street
And I ain't too old to hurry
Cause I ain't too old to die
But I sure am hard to beat
But I'm lonely
Lord I'm lonely
What am I gonna do
Ride on
Ride on, got myself a one-way ticket
Ride on
Ride on, going the wrong way
Ride on, gonna change my evil ways
Ride on, one of these days
One of these days
Ride on
Ride on
I'm gonna ride on
Ride on, looking for a truck
Ride on
Ride on, keep on riding
Riding on and on and on
The lyrics to AC/DC's "Ride On" depict a sense of loneliness and desperation. The singer is in a lonely town, feeling the weight of his experiences and emotions. They acknowledge that even though they may be young, they still feel the worries of life, and they are not too old to express their emotions by crying when a woman brings them down. The repetition of "lonely" emphasizes the feeling of isolation and the singer's struggle with their personal emptiness.
The lyrics suggest that the singer's coping mechanism is through alcohol and casual relationships. They mention having another empty bottle and an empty bed, admitting that they are not too young to admit their relationship failures. The line "I'm just another empty head" could imply a sense of self-awareness, recognizing their own shortcomings and emptiness.
Despite their loneliness and broken promises, the singer still holds on to hope for a new beginning. They mention turning their life around and changing their "evil ways." The reference to a "red light nightmare" and a "red light street" could be symbolic of the obstacles and temptations they encounter in their life. However, they acknowledge that they are not too old to hurry or to try. The line "But I'm lonely, Lord I'm lonely, What am I gonna do" showcases their desperation and the longing for a solution to their loneliness.
The phrase "ride on" serves as a mantra or a form of escapism for the singer. It represents a desire for change and a determination to keep moving forward. The line "standing on the edge of the road, thumb in the air" suggests hitchhiking as a metaphor for seeking new experiences and taking chances. Despite feeling lost and going the wrong way, they still hold onto the belief that they can change their ways.
In the final repetition of "ride on," the singer emphasizes their commitment to continue searching for meaning and purpose. The line "looking for a truck" may symbolize seeking a path or direction in life, while "keep on riding" represents perseverance and a refusal to give up. The lyrics convey a sense of longing, self-reflection, and the pursuit of personal growth amidst loneliness and struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
It's another lonely evening
I am experiencing yet another evening filled with loneliness
And another lonely town
Just like the previous town, this one is also devoid of companionship
But I ain't too young to worry
Despite my age, I still have concerns and anxieties
And I ain't too old to cry
Even at my age, I am capable of shedding tears
When a woman gets me down
When a woman causes me distress or sadness
Got another empty bottle
I possess yet another bottle which is devoid of any contents
And another empty bed
Similar to the previous bed, this one is also unoccupied
Ain't too young to admit it
I am mature enough to acknowledge this fact
And I'm not too old to lie
Despite my age, I still have the tendency to deceive
I'm just another empty head
I am simply another individual with a vacant mind
That's why I'm lonely
This is the reason behind my loneliness
I'm so lonely
I am filled with an intense feeling of solitude
But I know what I'm gonna do
Nevertheless, I am aware of my course of action
I'm gonna ride on
I will continue my journey
Ride on
Continue with determination
Ride on, standing on the edge of the road
Progressing forward while situated at the roadside
Ride on, thumb in the air
Engaging in hitchhiking by raising my thumb
Ride on, one of these days I'm gonna
Eventually, in the future, I will
Ride on, change my evil ways
Alter my negative actions and behavior
Till then I'll just keep dragging on
In the meantime, I will persist and endure
Broke another promise
Once again, I failed to keep my word
And I broke another heart
Furthermore, I caused someone emotional pain and heartbreak
But I ain't too young to realize
Despite my age, I am still capable of understanding
That I ain't too old to try
I am not too elderly to make an effort
Try to get back to the start
Attempt to return to the initial point or beginning
And it's another red light nightmare
I am facing another situation of frustration or difficulty
Another red light street
Similar to previous instances, this street is plagued with numerous obstacles
And I ain't too old to hurry
Despite my age, I am still capable of moving quickly
Cause I ain't too old to die
Since I am not too elderly, death is still a possibility
But I sure am hard to beat
However, I am quite difficult to overcome
Lord I'm lonely
My feelings of loneliness are profound, oh Lord
What am I gonna do
I am uncertain about the appropriate course of action
I'm gonna ride on
I will continue my journey
Ride on, got myself a one-way ticket
Having acquired a ticket with no possibility of return
Ride on, going the wrong way
Traveling in the incorrect direction
Ride on, gonna change my evil ways
I intend to modify and depart from my negative actions
Ride on, one of these days
Eventually, in the future
Ride on
Persist and continue
Ride on
Continue with determination
I'm gonna ride on
I will continue my journey
Ride on, looking for a truck
In search of a truck to hitch a ride on
Ride on
Continue with determination
Ride on, keep on riding
Persistently maintain one's journey
Riding on and on and on
Continuously progressing forward
Lyrics © BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: ANGUS MCKINNON YOUNG, MALCOLM MITCHELL YOUNG, RONALD BELFORD SCOTT
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@philipshirk2228
It's another lonely evening
And another lonely town
But I ain't too young to worry
And I ain't too old to cry
When a woman gets me down
Got another empty bottle
And another empty bed
Ain't too young to admit it
And I'm not too old to lie
I'm just another empty head
That's why I'm lonely
I'm so lonely
But I know what I'm gonna do
I'm gonna ride on
Ride on
Ride on, standing on the edge of the road
Ride on, thumb in the air
Ride on, one of these days I'm gonna
Ride on, change my evil ways
Till then I'll just keep dragging on
Broke another promise
And I broke another heart
But I ain't too young to realize
That I ain't too old to try
Try to get back to the start
And it's another red light nightmare
Another red light street
And I ain't too old to hurry
Cause I ain't too old to die
But I sure am hard to beat
But I'm lonely
Lord I'm lonely
What am I gonna do
Ride on
Ride on, got myself a one-way ticket
Ride on
Ride on, going the wrong way
Ride on, gonna change my evil ways
Ride on, one of these days
One of these days
Ride on
Ride on
I'm gonna ride on
Ride on, looking for a truck
Ride on
Ride on, keep on riding
Riding on and on and on
@channel_959
This should be more popular than Thunderstruck. This song isn't just a song. It is a work of art. This needs to be at least in the billions for views. This song is absolutely amazing and perfect. Who's with me?
Edit: Thank you all so much for the 500 likes!
@dCaddyshk
Right On!
@caraa5298
I'm w ya
@channel_959
@@dCaddyshk 🤘🎸
@bupe007
Ride on
@mattbrody4990
Ride On🎶
@Jason-ng2vf
This song is completely underrated. It is a great piece of blues rock
@larrystevens1979
My favorite
@davidnichols240
Right On ✅️
@davidnichols240
Gonna Change my Evil Ways! One of These Days 😂❤