Ryan's Song
Ethan Hawke Lyrics

wanna go to Austin but I want to stay home
I am torn between exploring new places and staying in my comfort zone.

invite our friends but still be alone
I want to be surrounded by people but also have time to myself.

live for danger but play it cool
I want to take risks but not show any fear.

have everyone respect me for being the fool
I want people to admire my willingness to be unconventional.

I wanna have 15 ice creams
I want to indulge in life's pleasures without worrying about the consequences.

but still watch what I eat
I don't want to sacrifice my health for my desires.

and win all the prizes
I want to be recognized for my achievements.

but still keep my feet
I don't want to lose sight of what's important in life.

I want for us to be together forever
I desire a strong and lasting connection with someone I care about.

but to wander wherever I may
I also want the freedom to explore and grow as an individual.

I want you to be easy and casual
I want my relationship to be relaxed and uncomplicated.

but still demand I stay
However, I also want to feel wanted and needed within that relationship.

I want for us to go out to dinner
I enjoy the finer things in life and want to share them with my partner.

and make a home cooked meal
But I also appreciate the intimacy and simplicity of a home cooked meal.

wear an evening gown
I want to dress up and feel glamorous at times.

and quickly ditch the heels
But I also want to be comfortable and practical.

Climb to the top look over the ledge
I am willing to take on challenges and risks in order to reach my goals.

dance bare foot on a razor's edge
I'm not afraid to take risks in pursuit of my passions and dreams.

reach for the stars grab the tiger by the tail
I am ambitious and willing to take bold actions to achieve success.

but if I don't try I'll never fail
I understand that taking chances can lead to failure, but not taking any chances guarantees it.

Cause if you go home you're rolling dice
Staying in a safe and familiar environment can be risky and limiting in its own way.

can't step in the same river twice
Life is constantly changing and it's important to adapt and evolve with it.

You love too much it'll turn to hate
Excessive attachment to someone or something can often lead to resentment.

If you never leave home you'll never be late
However, it's also possible to avoid mistakes and regrets by never leaving your comfort zone.

cause everything's like your grandma said
There is wisdom to be gained from the advice of those who have come before us.

you can't make gold from a pot of lead
Some things cannot be changed or improved, no matter how much effort is put into them.

Jesse James was just a crook
Even those who are romanticized and glorified by history can have flaws and commit crimes.

you can't learn to plow by reading a book
Some things can only be learned through hands-on experience and practice.

I wanna take the train but get there fast
I want to experience new things, but I also want them to happen quickly and efficiently.

live in the moment, have everything last
I want to appreciate what's happening right now, but also make it last as long as possible.

achieve great things but not really care
I don't want to be defined by my accomplishments, but rather by my character and relationships.

have everyone love me but tell ‘em not to stare
I desire acceptance and admiration, but also want to maintain my privacy and independence.

I wanna be really rich
I want to have financial security and abundance.

but not care about money
But I also don't want my life to revolve around material possessions and money.

to always tell the truth
I value honesty and integrity in myself and others.

but still be really funny
But I also want to have a good sense of humor and not take life too seriously.

I want for you to know me completely
I want to be understood and accepted by the people I care about.

but still remain mysterious
But I also want to maintain an air of mystery and intrigue around myself.

consider everything deeply
I like to analyze and think deeply about the world around me.

but still remain fearless
But I also want to approach life with courage and bravery.

I'm easy to please I like chocolate and vanilla
I enjoy simple pleasures and don't require much to be happy.

ask me to choose and I'll pick saspirilla
But I also value having choices and the freedom to make my own decisions.

I like sunsets but I love sunrises
I appreciate the beauty and wonder of nature.

and I don't care about the color of your eyes
But I also value people for who they are on the inside, rather than their physical appearance.

Gotta play fast but only shoot once
I understand the importance of seizing opportunities and making the most of my time.

stand in the corner, hold hands with the dunce
But I also value inclusivity and kindness towards everyone, regardless of their abilities or intelligence.

Only thing's for certain nothing stays the same
Life is constantly changing and evolving, and nothing is guaranteed.

and each and every kid only gets one name
We only get one chance to make our mark on the world.

Eat too much, you're gonna get fat
Excess and indulgence come with consequences.

buy a dog and you'll piss off the cat
Every action has a consequence or reaction, and not everyone will be pleased with it.

So take a deep breath and enjoy the ride
Life is a journey, and it's important to appreciate every moment of it.

‘Cause arrivals and departures run side by side.
But with every new experience or achievement, we are also leaving something behind us.