Dillon uploads original songs and covers, as well as music videos on his channel. He also starred in a scripted Sour Patch Kids series, titled Breaking Out. Dillon was also a member of a YouTube collaboration channel, known as Our2ndLife until it disbanded in February 2015.
In 2014, Dillon released his debut single, titled "Ordinary". Dillon's debut EP, titled RPD, was released on January 26, 2015. In July 2015, Dillon released his sophomore single titled "BEAT". In an interview with People Magazine at VidCon 2015, Dillon hinted towards a new personal song called "Gold", told to be featured as one of the tracks on his second EP.
Dillon has mentioned in multiple interviews that Demi Lovato is a major influence to his musical career. He has covered several of her songs on his YouTube channel some of which were released to iTunes.
On December 1, 2015, Dillon announced the release of his debut album Gold, which is due to be released on January 15. The 10-track set is preceded by the lead single "Steal the Show" (featuring Trevi Moran) released on December 28. Snoop Dogg and fellow YouTube personalities Trevi Moran and Shelby Wadell feature on the album. The music video for the second single "Problematic" (featuring Snoop Dogg) was released on January 15.
Fight and Battle
Ricky Dillon Lyrics
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Is fading to gray
I'm shrinking, I'm shortened
And never to tame
And to say "tomorrow's gone"
The moments fade away
Well, today I'm stronger from
I found reason to believe in
This is my life, I'll keep breathing
Fight and battle on, fight and battle on
Fight and battle on, fight and battle on
Star bright, shine bright
I'm hiding tonight
I wish I could feel right
There's nothing in sight
And to say "tomorrow's gone"
The moments fade away
Well, today I'm stronger from
The pain of yesterday
I found reason to believe in
This is my life, I'll keep breathing
Fight and battle on, fight and battle on
Fight and battle on, fight and battle on
Fight and battle on, fight and battle on
Fight and battle on, fight and battle on
If you want it
Then go ahead and tell 'em what you need
If you want it
Then go ahead and tell 'em what you need
You've gotta learn that you've gotta fight
That you've gotta battle on every day and night
'Cause you've gotta learn that you've gotta fight
That you've gotta battle on every day night
I found reason to believe in
This is my life, I'll keep breathing
I found reason to believe in
This is my life, I'll keep breathing
Fight and battle on, fight and battle on
Fight and battle on, fight and battle on
Fight and battle on, fight and battle on
Fight and battle on, fight and battle on
The lyrics of Ricky Dillon's song Fight and Battle convey the singer's struggles with depression and feeling lost in life. The opening lines depict the singer's life becoming dull and devoid of color. They feel as though they are losing themselves and are unable to control their fate, hence they will never be tamed. The chorus speaks to finding strength from the pain of yesterday and continuing to fight and battle on, no matter how difficult life may seem. The imagery of stars is used to represent hope, but they still feel as though there is nothing in sight. The repeated refrain of "If you want it, then go ahead and tell 'em what you need" implies that communication is vital in achieving what one wants in life. The song ends with the singer finding a reason to believe in themselves and their ability to keep breathing, despite all the challenges that may come their way.
Line by Line Meaning
My life in color
My life used to be vibrant and full of color
Is fading to gray
Now, everything is becoming dull and lifeless
I'm shrinking, I'm shortened
I am becoming smaller and feeling diminished
And never to tame
I am not easily controlled or subdued
And to say 'tomorrow's gone'
Acknowledging that the future is uncertain and time is fleeting
The moments fade away
Every passing moment becomes a memory and cannot be undone
Well, today I'm stronger from
However, I am becoming stronger by persevering through my struggles
The pain of yesterday
The past hurts and traumas that have shaped me into who I am today
I found reason to believe in
I have discovered something that gives me hope and faith
This is my life, I'll keep breathing
I will continue to live and move forward, no matter what obstacles come my way
Fight and battle on, fight and battle on
I will persist and endure through the trials of life
Star bright, shine bright
But even though my life seems dark, there is still beauty and light in the world
I'm hiding tonight
Sometimes I feel afraid and want to retreat and hide from the world
I wish I could feel right
I long to feel whole and complete, to stop feeling broken or lost
There's nothing in sight
But it seems like there are no solutions or answers to my problems
If you want it
If you desire something strongly enough
Then go ahead and tell 'em what you need
You should be assertive and communicate your needs and desires to others
You've gotta learn that you've gotta fight
You must learn to be resilient and keep pushing forward
That you've gotta battle on every day and night
And keep fighting every day and night, without giving up or giving in
Contributed by Olivia T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.