Making Judy Smile
Ride Lyrics


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There's a picture on the door
Madman smiling from the floor
It's a good day for a drive
If you think you will survive

Just my way of saying hi
'cause I knew I wouldn't write
And the seat will fit one more
So there's room enough for four

Your words they flatter me
You fill my head with tea
Please let me take it one more mile
The Galaxie will burn




If I can't make it turn
I hope I'm making Judy smile

Overall Meaning

The song "Making Judy Smile" by Ride is a thrilling and enigmatic ballad with an alternative rock sound. The lyrics describe a car ride, where the singer invites someone into his or her car, offering to drive them. The picture on the door suggests a crazy, unpredictable journey, characterized by a madman smiling from the floor, which adds an element of danger to the scenario. The chorus sings, "Your words they flatter me, you fill my head with tea," which can be interpreted as the singer feeling impressed or flattered by their companion's words. The singer hopes to make the joyful journey memorable and enjoyable. He wants to empower and impress his companion and keep Judy smiling throughout the journey.


The song's lyrics describe a road trip intended to inspire and enlighten a vulnerable or sad individual. It serves as something of a pick-me-up tune for those in need of a positive experience, especially for those who are struggling emotionally. Furthermore, the lyrics could also be a testament to the joys of living in the moment, taking risks, and not worrying about the future. This interpretation is highlighted by the lyrics "It's a good day for a drive, if you think you will survive," indicating that the journey may not be safe or predictable, but the singer is intent on living in the moment and taking a chance.


Line by Line Meaning

There's a picture on the door
A picture of a crazy person smiling on the floor near the door


Madman smiling from the floor
A crazy person smiling lying on the floor


It's a good day for a drive
The weather is nice and perfect for a drive


If you think you will survive
If you believe you can handle the drive


Just my way of saying hi
This is how I say hello and start a conversation


'Cause I knew I wouldn't write
I am talking in person because I knew I wouldn't write or call


And the seat will fit one more
There is enough space to accommodate one more person


So there's room enough for four
The car can comfortably fit a total of four people


Your words they flatter me
I appreciate your kind remarks and compliments


You fill my head with tea
Your words make me feel warm and cozy like drinking tea


Please let me take it one more mile
Allow me to continue the good feeling and warm conversation


The Galaxie will burn
The vintage car that we are riding may break down


If I can't make it turn
If I am unable to fix the car and make it turn


I hope I'm making Judy smile
I hope that my efforts are making Judy happy and enjoying the ride




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ANDY BELL, LAURENCE JOHN COLBERT, MARK STEPHEN GARDENER, STEPHEN PAUL QUERALT

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

Romano Ochoa

There's a picture on the door, madman smiling from the floor
It's a good day for a drive if you think you will survive
Just my way of saying hi 'cause I knew I wouldn't write
And the seat will fit one more, so there's room enough for four

Your words they flatter me, you fill my head with tea
Please let me take it one more mile
The galaxy may burn if I can't make it turn
I hope I'm making Judy smile



All comments from YouTube:

Zhe Wang

Their songs are just like their cover arts. What an album for blooming spring!

Nedaria

True, never found a more appropriate time to listen to Ride, the sun is shining, leaves from trees and flowers are coming back to life, best time to listen to them

Romano Ochoa

There's a picture on the door, madman smiling from the floor
It's a good day for a drive if you think you will survive
Just my way of saying hi 'cause I knew I wouldn't write
And the seat will fit one more, so there's room enough for four

Your words they flatter me, you fill my head with tea
Please let me take it one more mile
The galaxy may burn if I can't make it turn
I hope I'm making Judy smile

crapple009

It's like The Byrds, The Who and The Beatles all in one song!

modsheff1

Your words they flatter me you fill my head with Tea.

Irene *

I feel like i've listened this one before but probably isn't like that.. oh well amazing anyway :)

invisible curious

this is what Beatles in shoegaze looks like.

G Pie

Segi gise

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dougie fresh

great

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