Ride Like The Wind
L.A Band Lyrics
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Do yourself a favor, I got the remedy Let's get away and make a play
They don't ride like me, no no no no They don't ride like me, just a waste of your time, draining your energy
Do yourself a favor, I got the remedy Let's get away and make a play
Once again you're at home stressing Left you alone, mind games guessing
Check your phone, Google Maps location Been holding it down, now you out of patience
You been standing ten times But he got you staring through these windows
Think he chasing bag, he can cause some treasure
Wouldn't do the math so he couldn't measure Brody think I'm made but he didn't measure
Let me in the seat, I would never let her No no never
Lady I know that you're fed up, fed up Still you need to hold your head up, head up
Yeah yeah yeah I just wanna be next up
They don't ride like me, no no no no They don't ride like me, just a waste of your time, draining your energy
Do yourself a favor, I got the remedy Let's get away and make a play
They don't ride like me, no no no no They don't ride like me, just a waste of your time, draining your energy
Do yourself a favor, I got the remedy Let's get away and make a play
Hey girl it's obvious I'm perking your interest so what you playing for
And baby life is not promises, sojust enjoy the ride Don't be surprised you let down your hair and start to feel the breeze
It's summertime here in Cali, let's go to Venice Beach I'm drama free if you haven't noticed, I'm just a different breed
I'm not like none of these fellas that you compare me to Trying to choose between me and him, so tell me what's the move
I got you smiling and giggling, I got the remedy It's pointless to be walking around stressing you not enjoying life
Looks like the odds in your favor, go ahead and roll them dice Think it twice, it just takes a second for chance to pass you by
Go ahead and hop in this hooptie like it's a Bentley truck
The lyrics of "Ride Like the Wind" by L.A Band convey a sense of self-assuredness and confidence in one's own uniqueness. The singer of the song expresses that others do not compare to them in their ability to navigate through life's obstacles and provide a sense of fulfillment. They offer themselves as a remedy to the hardships faced by the listener, suggesting that together they can escape the mundane and make the most out of their lives.
The first verse emphasizes the frustration felt by the listener in a relationship where they are constantly left guessing, waiting, and feeling unappreciated. The singer asserts that they are different from the rest, someone who is reliable and can offer the listener a more satisfying experience. They encourage the listener to hold their head up high, indicating that they deserve better than the current situation.
The second verse continues the narrative of the listener's dissatisfaction in their current circumstances. The singer paints a picture of an enticing and carefree life, exemplified by a trip to Venice Beach in California. They assure the listener that they are drama-free and not like the others they have encountered. The singer presents themselves as a clear choice, someone who can make the listener laugh and enjoy life without unnecessary stress.
Overall, "Ride Like the Wind" serves as a self-assured anthem that encourages the listener to embrace their own uniqueness and not settle for less. The song suggests that by choosing the singer, the listener can break free from their frustrations and experience a more fulfilling and enjoyable life.
Line by Line Meaning
They don't ride like me, no no no no
Others don't have the same approach as me, lacking authenticity
They don't ride like me, just a waste of your time, draining your energy
Engaging with them is futile, as it only depletes your energy
Do yourself a favor, I got the remedy
Take my advice, I have the solution
Let's get away and make a play
Let's escape from this situation and create a new opportunity
Once again you're at home stressing
Once again you find yourself anxious and worried at home
Left you alone, mind games guessing
Abandoned you, leaving you uncertain and confused
Check your phone, Google Maps location
Look at your phone to find their whereabouts through GPS
Been holding it down, now you out of patience
Been supporting them, but now you've reached your limit
You been standing ten times
You have endured their behavior multiple times
But he got you staring through these windows
But he has you peering through windows, wondering about his actions
Wondering if gon' be home tonight
Questioning if he will be home tonight
You ain't bargain for this type of life this here ain't right
You didn't sign up for this kind of lifestyle, it's unfair
Think he chasing bag, he can cause some treasure
Believe he is pursuing financial gain, which could bring rewards
Wouldn't do the math so he couldn't measure
Didn't calculate the consequences, unable to understand
Brody think I'm made but he didn't measure
Brody believes I'm successful, but he underestimated
Let me in the seat, I would never let her No no never
Allow me to take control, I would never disappoint her
Lady I know that you're fed up, fed up
Lady, I understand that you're tired and frustrated
Still you need to hold your head up, head up
However, you must maintain your confidence and pride
Yeah yeah yeah I just wanna be next up
Yes, I want to be the next success story
Hey girl it's obvious I'm perking your interest so what you playing for
Hey girl, it's clear I've caught your attention, so why hesitate?
And baby life is not promises, so just enjoy the ride
Life doesn't guarantee anything, so simply embrace the journey
Don't be surprised you let down your hair and start to feel the breeze
Don't be shocked when you relax and experience a sense of freedom
It's summertime here in Cali, let's go to Venice Beach
Since it's summer in California, let's visit Venice Beach
I'm drama free if you haven't noticed, I'm just a different breed
I have no unnecessary complications, you may not have realized it, but I'm unique
I'm not like none of these fellas that you compare me to
I'm unlike any of the guys you compare me to
Trying to choose between me and him, so tell me what's the move
Deciding between me and someone else, so what's your decision?
I got you smiling and giggling, I got the remedy
I make you happy and laugh, I have the solution
It's pointless to be walking around stressing you not enjoying life
There's no value in constantly worrying and not embracing life
Looks like the odds in your favor, go ahead and roll them dice
Seems like luck is on your side, take a risk and see what happens
Think it twice, it just takes a second for chance to pass you by
Consider it carefully, as opportunities can slip away quickly
Go ahead and hop in this hooptie like it's a Bentley truck
Go ahead and get in this ordinary car as if it's a luxurious Bentley truck
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Brian Smith, Terry Smith
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Tommy Taylor
That's a very admirable cover and certainly the BEST ONE I've ever heard! You guys seem to have really studied the recording.
The conga pattern at the front differs from Lenny's and it's a little distracting because I've heard it the same way on the intro for 43 years.
The drums...well I gotta say THANK YOU for at least making note of the the transitional fills and really sticking to what I played. A few things are not exact. Some of that is probably simply an audible situation where it wouldn't be discernible and others are just individual drumming habits that differ and that feel natural to you. The drummer is a few decades younger than I am. The left hand would never have been used by me on the hi hat in place of a regular crash situation. I'm too old school for that. hahah. So that is a regular crash and it is like the intro...not supported by the kick which plays on the downbeat...1. I know because it was very hard for me to do that when we first changed the feel. The original bass drum patter was 1 and 3 only. The one exception to that rule is in the fill in the outro, where the hi hat is "barked" with the left hand.
R L R Lfeup R L R Lfeup.
The bass drum pattern has some inconsistencies as well. There is no pick up after the 2 on the snare of the refrain. It's not a triplet. It's just 2 hits. :-) The next one after Go...is a triplet with the accent on the second note. The hi hat pattern throughout the verses is triplets...not 8ths with a pickup. The ride cymbal in the choruses and the end is quarter notes on the bell with just a hint of the 8ths between. But seriously, I've heard some of the top call players in the country butcher this with Chris, and you did an outstanding job! I'm honored that someone would finally actually take the time to listen to what I played and cut it tit for tat for the most part. The main thing is the overall verve and swing of what I created. You're right in that.
Everyone is so top notch here. The vocalist...I mean...unless you have a similar timbre and KNOW Chris personally...I don't think anyone could've copped that any better. You got his inflections and nuances pretty down pat. A few trail offs and things that aren't exactly him but I don't know how close your were trying to get. If you didn't think about it...you wouldn't go ...wait a minute. You came in singing and it distract me from listening to anything else for accuracy...so...that's huge. Even the backing McDonald part...masked slightly but done so well you wouldn't flinch. Very very smooth and well done both of you!
The guitarist pretty much nails Chris's solo note for note. That was played on a 69 Les Paul Gold top with PAF's through a Mark I Boogie. The tone you got was pretty similar. A little different. Is that an Ej strat?
I know much ado has made about that solo in recent times...Chris was not a virtuoso guitarist. He's a very unique lead player. He was a ROCK guitarist. His biggest influence was Ritchie Blackmore. We were a bar band...and Chris wrote and sang songs...so we didn't come up as "studio" players...Christopher Cross was birthed from the Texas bar scene, where we made our living playing covers basically. So you kind of have to think like a Texas rock player.
The synths, the horns, the vocals...I can't even tell it's not the record...insane.
This was sent to me by a friend and I just wanted to say hello and tell you that it was a superb job! TT
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Ramey Hankins
Reminds me of days gone by! Let the top down on the convertible.
Incredible percussion, horn section driving, back up vocals da da da da da dah harmony and guitar riff incredible…another knock out LLB.
ArmyMomHeatherC.
OMG this is so great!!!!!
Joe Gonzalez
Best cover version ever!
Joe Gonzalez
This is epic! Best cover version ever!
TheKeymaster
Another superb Lexington Lab Band performance with backup vocals that would definitely make Michael McDonald proud.
cubs20111
Agree…he covered Michael McDonald really well!!
Brad Jensen
He needs to do "What a Fool Believes"....
Teddy Ray
Superb!!!
Richard McKinnon
So great had to sub