Bingham dropped out of school at 17 and was introduced to rodeo bull riding. He learned the emotional aspect of pain early in life, when shuttling between small towns and family members in the hardscrabble ranching communities of West Texas and Hobbs, New Mexico -- and became well-acquainted with the physical facets of pain during his years on the Southwestern rodeo circuit.
That ache is palpable in the grooves of Mescalito, Ryan Bingham’s Lost Highway debut, but what’s even more plain is the steely strength needed to overcome it -- a tenor that’s evident in both the singer-songwriter’s preternaturally wizened voice and his remarkably poignant songs, which resonate with roadhouse wisdom and rough-and-ready border-town piquancy.
The Beg For Broken Legs Songfacts reports that Bingham's fourth album, Tomorrowland, was recorded in Malibu, California with producer Justin Stanley and self-released through Bingham's new independent record label Axster Bingham Records on September 18, 2012.
He has won an Oscar for the best film song (Crazy Heart - The Weary Kind) in 2010.
Influences include Bob Dylan among others.
Adventures of You and Me
Ryan Bingham Lyrics
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We broke down on the side of the road
Heading up to New York City
You held your thumb out in the wind
I held a cardboard sign for Lower East Side Bridge
Across the Brooklyn Bridge, the rain was falling
The wolves of Wall Street swallowed the Empire State
We never cared 'cause the old town bar was hopping
Adventures of you and me will last forever
I'm not too sure about this world
I hope someday it all comes together, baby
Until it does, well, I'm sure glad that you're my girl
Heading back west, yeah, we come undone
And the train derailed in Texas
Two-stepping down on the Guadalupe
With the Tornadoes and Flaco Jimenez
We made friends with long-haired hippie stoners
Living so high that our minds are out of reach
We come down 'cause the music in town was balling
We closed our eyes and we danced along with the beat
Adventures of you and me will last forever
I'm not too sure about this world
I hope someday it all comes together, baby
Until it does, well, I'm sure glad that you're my girl
Hitched a ride on a deisel freight liner
Out across New Mexico
Sipping cerveza with salt and lime
Singing along with songs on the radio
We passed out and woke up in California
The concrete jungle was a-busting at the seams
The angles down in Los Angeles were calling
So out on the boardwalk we danced all night with a breeze
Adventures of you and me will last forever
I'm not too sure about this world
I hope someday it all comes together, baby
Until it does, well, I'm sure glad that you're my girl
The song "Adventures of You and Me" by Ryan Bingham is a nostalgic tribute to a carefree journey taken by the singer and his girlfriend. They embark on a road trip from New York City to the West Coast and experience various misadventures along the way. The first verse describes how they broke down on the side of the road while heading to New York City, but they make the most of it by hitchhiking and dancing around in the Lower East Side. They continue their journey West, partying with hippies in Texas, and two-stepping with Flaco Jimenez on the Guadalupe.
The song is more than just a chronicle of their journey, it celebrates the unbreakable bond between the two. Ryan Bingham expresses that he is unsure about the world and hopes it all comes together someday, but he is sure glad that he has his girl by his side. He cherishes the memories he has with her and thinks that the adventures they have shared will last a lifetime. The song's catchy chorus, "Adventures of you and me will last forever, I'm not too sure about this world, I hope someday it all comes together, baby, until it does, well, I'm sure glad that you're my girl," perfectly encapsulates this sentiment.
Line by Line Meaning
Uno dos tres quatro
Counting off the beginning of the adventure
We broke down on the side of the road
Unexpected setback prompts the adventure
Heading up to New York City
Starting an exciting journey
You held your thumb out in the wind
Using unconventional methods to travel
I held a cardboard sign for Lower East Side Bridge
Making do with what we have
Across the Brooklyn Bridge, the rain was falling
Overcoming obstacles along the way
The wolves of Wall Street swallowed the Empire State
The harsh realities of the world around us
We never cared 'cause the old town bar was hopping
Finding joy in simple pleasures
We got drunk and we danced around in the street
Letting loose and having fun
Adventures of you and me will last forever
The memories of this journey will be with us always
I'm not too sure about this world
Uncertainty about the future
I hope someday it all comes together, baby
Hoping for a better future
Until it does, well, I'm sure glad that you're my girl
Grateful for the company and support
Heading back west, yeah, we come undone
Reflecting on the journey so far
And the train derailed in Texas
Facing unexpected challenges
Two-stepping down on the Guadalupe
Enjoying local culture and traditions
With the Tornadoes and Flaco Jimenez
Making connections with new people
We made friends with long-haired hippie stoners
Forming bonds through shared experiences
Living so high that our minds are out of reach
Experiencing new sensations and emotions
We come down 'cause the music in town was balling
Returning to reality while still appreciating the good times
We closed our eyes and we danced along with the beat
Losing ourselves in the moment
Hitched a ride on a deisel freight liner
Continuing the journey in a new way
Out across New Mexico
Exploring new places
Sipping cerveza with salt and lime
Enjoying local drinks and flavors
Singing along with songs on the radio
Sharing common experiences with others
We passed out and woke up in California
Continuing the adventure with unexpected twists and turns
The concrete jungle was a-busting at the seams
Experiencing the contrast between different places
The angles down in Los Angeles were calling
Feeling drawn to new experiences
So out on the boardwalk we danced all night with a breeze
Savoring the moment and enjoying life
Adventures of you and me will last forever
The journey we shared will always be special
I'm not too sure about this world
Uncertainty about the future remains
I hope someday it all comes together, baby
Still hoping for a better future
Until it does, well, I'm sure glad that you're my girl
Grateful for the companionship and love
Writer(s): Ryan Bingham
Contributed by Elijah B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Noble Savage
Dance every night to this beauty
Susi Rocha
Buena música
Earl h
Ryan rocks!
captain murph
Fun dancin' song. Cool shout-out to The Texas Tornados - Doug, Augie, Freddy, Flaco. Been boot scootin' to those cats since I could walk.
Tony N
oh care :(