Let It Ride
Rob White Lyrics

The song "Let It Ride" by Rob White is a catchy and uplifting song that calls for people to let nature take its course and begin to care for the environment. The premise of the song is taken from the animated film "The Lorax" by Dr. Seuss, which tells the story of a world that has become barren of all trees, and the efforts of one man, the Lorax, to preserve the remaining trees.

The first verse is sung by a delivery guy named Cy, who suggests that planting trees is worth a try. The next verse is sung by Dan and Rose, who decide to let their son's glowing skin be cured by planting trees. Marie, who is only three years old, also wants to see a tree. Grammy Norma remembers when trees were everywhere and people didn't have to pay for air. Finally, Mr. O'Hare, a greedy businessman, suggests that the trees should be destroyed instead, but is met with opposition from the rest of the characters.

The song encourages people to plant a tiny seed and let it grow, celebrating nature's rebirth and banishing all greed. The catchy chorus repeats the phrase "let it grow" and emphasizes the importance of planting seeds to reap the benefits of the earth's resources. The song concludes with a message of hope, as the characters sing about a brand new dawn in Thneedville and the importance of letting nature thrive.

Some interesting facts about the song "Let It Ride" include that it was written for the 2012 animated film "The Lorax," which was an adaptation of the classic Dr. Seuss children's book. The song was written and performed by American musician Rob White, who also sang the film's end credits song. The song was well-received and was noted for its positive message about caring for the environment.

The song was performed by a variety of artists on the film's soundtrack, including Zac Brown, Ed Helms, and Taylor Swift. The song has also been covered by various artists, including Alex Goot and Kurt Hugo Schneider. The lyrics of the song were written by Rob White and Brett Pemberton, and the music was composed by John Powell.

The chords for "Let It Ride" are G, D, Am, and C. The song is relatively simple to play on the guitar and can be learned by beginner guitarists. The song's upbeat tempo and catchy melody make it a fun song to play and sing along to, and its positive message about taking care of the environment is a great reminder for all listeners.

Chords: G, D, Am, C.