Celtic folk from Ireland and Scotland, with an occasional Dutch folktune 'with a difference', is what the Dutch band Rapalje performs. The musicians: William, Maceál, Dieb and David, play a diverse amount of instruments, including fiddle, bagpipes, low-whistles tin-whistle, gitouki, squeezebox, mouth-organ, bodhrán and tea-chest-bass
In their kilts and with their medieval 'props' every single one of their concerts is a concert to remember.
More information on http://www.rapalje.com/
Ride On
Rapalje Lyrics
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Standing sixteen one or two with eyes wild and green
It's true you ride the horse so well, hands light to the touch
I could never go with you, no matter how I wanted to
Ride on, I'll see you
I could never go with you, no matter how I wanted to
When you ride into the night, without a trace behind
Wrap your claw around my gut one last time
I look for a spark to lighten the night through the teardrop in my eye
Ride on, I'll see you
I could never go with you, no matter how I wanted to
The lyrics of Ride On, by Rapalje, depict a profound sorrow for the loss of a loved one who departs on a journey, leaving behind an empty space that cannot be filled. The song describes how the person rides the finest horse, representing their freedom and spirit. The horse is a symbol of the powerful, adventurous, and independent nature of the person. The lyrics demonstrate how the persona is in awe of the horse and rider and acknowledges that they cannot go with them despite the desire to do so.
The phrase "I could never go with you, no matter how I wanted to" reflects the idea that some journeys are personal and cannot be shared or duplicated. The person has his own journey to pursue or a different path to follow. Thus, he admires the horse's rider and his spirit of adventure, yet must remain behind. The persona describes a sense of emptiness and sorrow after the person rides off into the night with "no trace behind," leaving the persona alone. He hopes for a spark of hope to ease his pain from the departure of his loved one.
In essence, this song portrays a deep sense of sadness, bittersweet admiration, and respect for someone who has departed on their own journey, leaving behind a sense of profound emptiness. The horse is a symbol of freedom and power, and the lyrics convey the idea that some journeys cannot be shared, and some farewells cannot be avoided, no matter how much we may wish to do so.
Line by Line Meaning
It's true you ride the finest horse, I've ever seen
Acknowledging the beauty and magnificence of the person's ability in handling a horse
Standing sixteen one or two with eyes wild and green
Describing the height and stunning green eyes of the horse that the person rides
It's true you ride the horse so well, hands light to the touch
Admiring the way the person handles the horse with a skillful touch
I could never go with you, no matter how I wanted to
Realizing the impossibility of joining the person on his journey, despite the desire to do so
Ride on, I'll see you
Wishing the person a safe journey and anticipating their eventual return
When you ride into the night, without a trace behind
Reflecting on the person's departure into the darkness without leaving a physical mark behind
Wrap your claw around my gut one last time
Expressing the pain and longing felt by the singer, wishing to feel the person's embrace one last time
I try to face the empty space, where you used to lie
Confronting the artist's loneliness and the void left by the person's absence
I look for a spark to lighten the night through the teardrop in my eye
Searching for any glimmer of hope or positivity to alleviate the sadness felt by the artist
Ride on, I'll see you
Reiterating the artist's well wishes for the person's journey and anticipating their eventual return
I could never go with you, no matter how I wanted to
Repeating the realization that joining the person on their journey is impossible, despite the desire to do so
Writer(s): Jimmy Maccarthy Copyright: Universal Music Publishing Ltd.
Contributed by Eliana T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Brandon-bh7pj
This is the type of Irish music that I love. From a half Irish man. 💚
@jensstergaard2073
Listening to this and more..I often doubt if I am all that Danish..though born a Dane way back in 1949 🙄
@jensstergaard2073
" Ride On " ..This is the very best Song / Lyrics ever written of pure Poetry " Saying Farewell "
@DocR0cknR0ll
very beautiful song. very beautiful performance. the melody turns my hands into wings... with love from Russia
@andreamorrison2062
So painfully beautiful. Such a wonderful rendition by wonderfully talented musicians. I have goosebumps.
@jensstergaard2073
In some late and " Dark hours " this makes me go back in Time...thinking of my Long time lost Love...engaged at the age of 19 , married for 15 years yet divorced in 1985 but still.." Ride On " on seperate paths of Life ❤
@acousticsongsbygregjurgens972
"Ride On" is one of my favorite songs and these guys do it justice.
@RAPALJEmusic
thanks, we try to do our best
@EolandeFullmoon
I have tears in my eyes every time I listen to this song... So beautiful and sad, so beautifully played! Rapalje really do the music with difference...
@scrooge8564
Me too❤