Bill Bartlett was formerly lead guitarist for sunshine pop group The Lemon Pipers, while Blauvett played with then budding pop artist Billy Joel in two bands: The Hassles and El Primo. Ram Jam were known for incorporating blues and soul influences in their sound, which set them apart from many contemporaries and brought them brief but strong chart success.
Keep Your Hands On The Wheel
Ram Jam Lyrics
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I'm trying for the line between right and wrong
But there is always something shaken wherever I go
And I'm always saying yes when I should have say no
I said: "Come here sweet thing, let me show you how I feel"
She said: "Let go of me and keep your hands on the wheel"
Keep your hands on the wheel
Keep your hands on the wheel
On the wheel
Wrong, that's one thing I never understood
How can it be bad when it feels so good
I cannot forget, eh, time on again
How come I lose twenty when I only scored ten
I said: "Come here sweet thing, let me show you how I feel"
She said: "Let go of me and keep your hands on the wheel"
Keep your hands on the wheel I got to get a grip
Keep your hands on the wheel but you won't do it my slip
Keep your hands on the wheel I can't help it if I slip
On the wheel
Jeff is driving fine and I'm starting to move
There is such a fine line between a rut and a group
Keep your hands on the wheel
Keep your hands on the wheel
On the wheel
Keep your hands on the wheel I got to get off
Keep your hands on the wheel but you're playing with my ....
Keep your hands on the wheel I know I got to shift
On the wheel
Keep your hands on the wheel I got to get a grip
Keep your hands on the wheel but you're playing with my ....
Keep your hands on the wheel I can't help it if I slip
On the wheel
Keep your hands on the wheel
Keep your hands on the wheel
On the wheel
Keep your hands on the wheel
Keep your hands on the wheel
The lyrics of Ram Jam's "Keep Your Hands On The Wheel" reflect the struggles of living life on the edge and trying to maintain a sense of balance. The singer narrates his journey through life, hinting at how he has been living on the edge and trying to navigate his way between right and wrong without getting hurt.
In the first verse, the singer reflects on how he has been cruising through life without getting hurt but acknowledges that there is something that is always shaking whenever he goes. Despite acknowledging this, he admits to always saying yes when he should have said no. The singer then talks about a sweet thing that he wants to show how he feels, but she rebuffs him, telling him to keep his hands on the wheel, an indication to stay focused and not get distracted.
In the second verse, the singer reveals that he has never understood how something that feels so good can be wrong. He admits to losing out sometimes, even when he thinks he has scored. Despite this, he still wants to show his feelings to the "sweet thing," who continues to rebuff him and remind him to keep his hands on the wheel.
Overall, the song is a caution against losing focus and staying determined despite the various distractions and temptations that come along life's journey.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm cruising to life with no blisters on
I'm living my life easily and without much difficulty
I'm trying for the line between right and wrong
I'm attempting to find a balance between what is morally correct and what is not
But there is always something shaken wherever I go
No matter where I am, things seem to be in chaos
And I'm always saying yes when I should have say no
I have a habit of agreeing to things when I really should decline
I said: "Come here sweet thing, let me show you how I feel"
I tried to make a move on someone and express my feelings for them
She said: "Let go of me and keep your hands on the wheel"
She rejected my advances and advised me to focus on driving instead of trying to flirt with her
Wrong, that's one thing I never understood
I don't comprehend why something that feels good can be considered bad
How can it be bad when it feels so good
If something feels pleasurable, how can it be considered immoral or incorrect?
I cannot forget, eh, time on again
I keep repeating the same mistake or experience
How come I lose twenty when I only scored ten
I don't understand why favorable things sometimes result in negative outcomes
Keep your hands on the wheel I got to get a grip
I need to focus and remain in control of the situation
Keep your hands on the wheel but you won't do it my slip
Despite my slip-up, I still want to take control and lead
I can't help it if I slip
I don't have complete control over every situation
Jeff is driving fine and I'm starting to move
Jeff is doing an excellent job driving, and I'm beginning to relax
There is such a fine line between a rut and a group
There's a thin line that separates being stuck in a negative situation and being part of a community
Keep your hands on the wheel I got to get off
I need to exit this situation or relationship and regain control
Keep your hands on the wheel but you're playing with my ....
You're messing with my emotions or causing me to lose focus
Keep your hands on the wheel I know I got to shift
I need to change course or readjust my focus
Keep your hands on the wheel
Stay in control and keep your focus
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