Ride
Nobodies Lyrics


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I fell to the ground and I thought I heard a voice
It was a light, said you're coming, coming back home
Said you lived way too long in a body not your own
So come home, 'cause the road is not a home

And if I fall, you'll follow me
Crawl on my knees through everything
Say, look at the clock, but you're looking at me
It's 11:11, we should be wishing
But that's not for me, that's not for me
I've done enough wishing for you and for me
And look where it's got me...





On the ground

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the song "Ride" by the band Nobodies are poetic and layered, open to interpretation. The chorus invites someone to ride with the singer, as they fly high and embrace risks, even as they face goodbyes and the lies inside them. The verses explore themes of introspection, self-discovery, and perseverance. The singer grapples with questions of identity and purpose, likening life to a maze, a precipice, and a jungle gym. The imagery is vivid and surreal, mixing metaphors of flying, drowning, exploding, and reflecting.


The song seems to suggest that life is a journey full of ups and downs, challenges and opportunities. The key is to stay true to oneself, to take risks, to seek connections, and to ride the waves of life with resilience and hope. The song also acknowledges the presence of pain, confusion, and doubt, but suggests that these can be overcome through self-awareness and courage. Overall, the song is a call to action, a plea to embrace life with all its complexities, and to find meaning and joy despite the odds.


Line by Line Meaning

Ride with me I fly so high
Join me in my journey to great heights


We drop, we hate goodbyes
We don't like endings, but we let go and move forward


And lies
Falsehoods and deceit are among the things we keep inside


Of all these things we hold inside
We have deep thoughts and emotions that remain hidden


Leap for we and keep on trying
Let's take risks and persevere despite any setbacks


Jungle gym on the precipice
We are in a precarious and thrilling situation


Bench with an Oedipus
A reference to the Greek myth of Oedipus, symbolizing complex psychological issues


End to the questions, shit
A dismissive attitude towards questioning and analysis


I don't know where I've been, but I'm bettin' it's
Uncertainty about the past, but a confident guess about it


Lent to the message, so
Committed to a meaningful message or purpose


Onward to better risks
Continuing to take chances with the hope of better outcomes


Right left up down straight back okay
Directions indicating confusion and disorientation


I can see where confusion ensues in a brain
Acknowledging the potential for mental confusion and chaos


I recede to the notion of who's so innate
Reflecting on the idea of natural instincts and inner qualities


With a mind to exist in a plane we escape
A desire to live in an alternative reality or way of being


On the inside, rinse lies for the dim mind
Removing falsehoods from the depths of the unconscious


Risk pride to the bright one, everything falls
We are willing to be vulnerable and take risks for a worthy cause


And explodes its a fact a reaction
An explosive reaction is a natural outcome


Reacting upon an intention of passion
Our actions are fueled by strong emotions and determination


To join with alike force vibe to the light
Connecting with those who share our mindset and energy


Of reflection that rides to the soul of the fight
Finding inspiration and motivation from deep within


It's a mess of a message that holds no type
The message is complex and undefined


But we hold with a question that's oh so light
A light question with weighty implications keeps us pondering


Life finds ways and better days
Life evolves and improves


We ride our waves, drown and drain
We endure highs and lows, even at the risk of being overwhelmed


Hey! Seen'em all movin' our way
We've seen it all and are ready for whatever comes our way


Get a cold call it's a case of the maze
Unexpected challenges are like getting lost in a maze


Piece of peace and no wait, no daze
We know where we stand and are focused, not confused or unsure


I control in my mind, my race
We are in charge of our own destiny


It's a pot to piss in, or use to forage
We have limited resources, but we can use them if we're resourceful


To choose the mission, and lose the bullshit
We choose our mission and ignore unimportant distractions


When not admitted, but left to floor it
We push harder when faced with obstacles or uncertainty


Binded within, if not for portion
We are bound by circumstances, but we have some control


Offerin' acknowledgement commonly met with blockages
Recognizing others' accomplishments is often met with resistance


The want to stay anonymous, avoiding any promises
Some people prefer to remain anonymous and not make commitments


To let down, you get down, you made the bet now
We will be disappointed if we don't follow through on our promises


Ignoring that the truth is really true will bring the pain out
Ignoring reality will eventually cause suffering


As seldom comes the rain, complain of sunshine
Rare occurrences are often missed, while common ones are taken for granted


Some will never love it til it all dies, for all time
Some people won't appreciate something until it is gone forever


Some are under budget with a fat check, and ten dimes
People have different situations and perspectives


Call it where you cut it, up to you to have enough life, and unwind
Interpret the situation as you see fit, and live fully while taking care of yourself




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Arthur Enders

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