Riders on the Storm
Apollinare Rossi Lyrics
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Riders on the storm
Into this house we're born
Into this world we're thrown
Like a dog without a bone
An actor out on loan
Riders on the storm
There's a killer on the road
Take a long holiday
Let your children play
If you give this man a ride
Sweet family will die
Killer on the road
Girl you gotta love your man
Girl you gotta love your man
Take him by the hand
Make him understand
The world on you depends
Our life will never end
Gotta love your man
Riders on the storm
Riders on the storm
Into this house we're born
Into this world we're thrown
Like a dog without a bone
An actor out on loan
Riders on the storm
Riders on the storm
Riders on the storm
Riders on the storm
Riders on the storm
The lyrics to Apollinare Rossi's song "Riders on the Storm" describe a journey into the unknown, where the world is unpredictable and full of danger. The repeated phrase "Riders on the storm" evokes a sense of impending doom, as though the travelers are battling the elements as well as their own fears. The lyrics also express a sense of isolation and loneliness, describing the singers as "like a dog without a bone" and "an actor out on loan".
The line "There's a killer on the road" introduces a new conflict in the song, suggesting that the danger the riders face may not just be natural or existential, but also human. The subsequent lines, "Take a long holiday / Let your children play / If you give this man a ride / Sweet family will die" create a moral dilemma for the riders - should they show compassion to this stranger, or prioritize the safety of themselves and their loved ones? The song closes with a call to love and connection, with the repetition of "Girl you gotta love your man / Take him by the hand / Make him understand / The world on you depends / Our life will never end / Gotta love your man" suggesting that despite the hardships on the road, the riders ultimately find meaning and purpose in their relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Riders on the storm
We are enduring life's difficulties, symbolized by the storm
Riders on the storm
We are continuing to navigate life's hardships, represented by the storm
Into this house we're born
We enter this world and are placed in the circumstances of our family and surroundings
Into this world we're thrown
We are thrust into life's experiences without much control over our circumstances
Like a dog without a bone
We are searching for something important, but we lack guidance or direction
An actor out on loan
We are playing a role in the world and in our lives, but we are not fully in control of the script
Riders on the storm
We are still persevering through life's challenges, represented by the storm
There's a killer on the road
There is danger and evil in the world, lurking and threatening us
His brain is squirmin' like a toad
The killer's mind is disturbed and dangerous, like a twisted creature
Take a long holiday
Take a break from life's stresses and responsibilities
Let your children play
Allow your loved ones to enjoy life and be carefree while they can
If you give this man a ride
If you offer help or kindness to someone dangerous or evil
Sweet family will die
Your loved ones may suffer or even perish because of the dangers you bring into your life
Killer on the road
The danger persists and we must remain vigilant
Girl you gotta love your man
Women must prioritize their relationships and show affection to their partners
Girl you gotta love your man
Women must prioritize their relationships and show affection to their partners
Take him by the hand
Show support and care for your partner, guide him through life's challenges
Make him understand
Help your partner realize what's important in life and support his growth
The world on you depends
Women's actions and decisions can impact not just their own lives, but those of their partners and families
Our life will never end
Our legacies and influences will continue beyond our own lifetimes
Gotta love your man
Showing kindness and support for partners is essential to a happy and healthy life
Riders on the storm
We continue to face life's difficulties, represented by the storm
Riders on the storm
We persevere through life's hardships, symbolized by the storm
Riders on the storm
We keep pushing forward despite life's challenges, reflected by the storm
Riders on the storm
We ride out life's difficulties, like a storm that eventually passes
Riders on the storm
We keep moving forward despite life's struggles, like travelers in a storm
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
Written by: John Densmore, Ray Manzarek, Robby Krieger, James Morrison
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