His next destination was Glasgow, arriving there in 2004. He formed a three piece rock band called 'Shiversaint' and started to work the Scottish circuit with mixed results. The trio survived a crossing of the Irish Sea and a relocation to Dublin in 2006, but by the following year Ryan felt the band had run its course and took a two year hiatus from
music to run a bar in his home town.
However, a sense of unfinished business and an urge to play in public again saw Ryan back down in Dublin in 2009. He hooked up with Polish percussionist Artur Graczyk, an old friend from the dying embers of Shiversaint. Embracing the freedom of movement created by acoustic guitar and cajon (or crate to our non Spanish readers) the pair hit the
streets of Dublin to eak out a living.
An inventive and crafty guitarist with a powerful and expressive voice, Ryan's dynamic interplay with Artur's "four limbs good" rhythmic attack must be seen to be believed. As a songwriter, he has crammed a lot of living into his days, and this is reflected in his expressive and accessible approach to words and music.
While entertaining the human traffic of Temple Bar, Ryan and Artur were spotted by his current management team. This led to a showcase at The Academy jam-packed with great and the good of the Dublin media mafia, and a subsequent record deal with leading Irish independent label Rubyworks.
After a busy summer of gigging, including spots at Oxegen, Electric Picnic and Benicassim in Spain; Ryan played some high profile Irish gigs with Rodrigo y Gabriela, Mark Lanegan and Wallis Bird. His debut single 'Jigsaw' was released in September, and was an immediate hit at Irish radio and on iTunes. He will play his first headline tour around Ireland in December.
Upside Down
Ryan Sheridan Lyrics
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To keep what I thought was good for me
But I see my trouble coming
Dressed up in her new black shoes
I’m a bit caught at the end of the line
I’m a hard sell on my benefit time
Like a drunk mind at a vending machine
I got a, a pocket full of what I don’t need
There goes my head
Running on its own like a time-bomb in a crowd
I got stuck with a one-way ticket to a
Last chance showing of my world
Turned upside down
Take note, I’m just sitting blind
A loose end with a one track mind
Now I’m, I’m thinking back where we used to be
She’s the devil in my ear to give me a
Hard time for a despicable crime, like a –
A lesson learned but forgotten in time
It’s a, a last waltz for a sinkin’ ship
I got my eyes closed at the edge of a cliff
Oh no...
There goes my head
Running on its own like a time-bomb in a crowd
I got stuck with a one-way ticket to a
Last chance showing of my world
Turned upside down
Oh, there goes my head
Running on its own like a time-bomb in a crowd
I got stuck with a one-way ticket to a
Last chance showing of my world
Turned upside down
I can find my way home
I can find my way home
There goes my head
Running on its own like a time-bomb in a crowd
I got stuck with a one-way ticket to a
Last chance showing of my world
Turned upside down
The lyrics of Ryan Sheridan's song "Upside Down" speak about the turmoil and confusion caused by a past relationship. The singer tries to move on from his past, leaving it all behind and looking forward to a better future. However, his past comes back to haunt him, dressed up in new clothes, and causing him trouble once again. The singer feels like he is stuck at the end of the line and having a hard time selling himself, similar to a drunk mind trying to operate a vending machine. He has a pocket full of things that he doesn't need, implying that he is weighed down by unnecessary baggage from the past.
The chorus describes the singer's state of mind, which feels like a ticking time bomb running in a crowd. He is stuck with a one-way ticket to a last chance showing of his world turned upside down. The singer is confused and lost, with his mind running on its own. He feels like a "sinkin' ship" with his eyes closed at the edge of a cliff, unsure of what to do next. However, he knows that he can find his way home, giving the song a note of hope.
Overall, the lyrics of "Upside Down" are about the chaos, confusion, and emotional upheaval caused by past relationships. The song's meaning is relatable to anyone who has experienced a difficult breakup or emotional trauma and is trying to move on.
Line by Line Meaning
I left my past behind me
I moved on from my past to find what's best for me
To keep what I thought was good for me
I held onto what I believed would benefit me
But I see my trouble coming
I sense that my problems are approaching
Dressed up in her new black shoes
My trouble is disguised and looks appealing
I’m a bit caught at the end of the line
I feel stuck and unsure of what to do next
I’m a hard sell on my benefit time
I struggle to make good choices for myself
Like a drunk mind at a vending machine
I make impulsive decisions with little thought
I got a, a pocket full of what I don’t need
I have excess baggage that is weighing me down
Take note, I’m just sitting blind
I am ignorant to the dangers ahead
A loose end with a one track mind
I lack direction and struggle to focus
Now I’m, I’m thinking back where we used to be
I reminisce about the past and how things were simpler
She’s the devil in my ear to give me a
My personal demons tempt me
Hard time for a despicable crime, like a –
I am punished for something I regret
A lesson learned but forgotten in time
I forget the valuable lessons I learned
It’s a, a last waltz for a sinkin’ ship
It's my final chance to salvage my situation
I got my eyes closed at the edge of a cliff
I am too afraid to face the consequences of my actions
I can find my way home
I have the ability to rediscover my true self
There goes my head
My thoughts are getting out of control
Running on its own like a time-bomb in a crowd
My mind is ticking, ready to explode
I got stuck with a one-way ticket to a
I am trapped with no escape
Last chance showing of my world
It's my last opportunity to change my life
Turned upside down
My world is in chaos and turmoil
Writer(s): Ryan Francis Sheridan Copyright: The Evolving Music Company Limited
Contributed by Nicholas O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
จิตรลดา 🌹TK. Eire🦋
Love that song...Cheers me up when life upsides down! Love all the IRISH! well done! ^-^
Aaron J. Burke Music
Davida G. proud to be Irish to 😃
Phillip Holden
Davida G. thanks I am proud to be irish cuz of him
purrfectraspberry
This song is becoming one of my favourites
ev adams
Great music and style, love it!
Aaron J. Burke Music
I love this song so much, the rock tinges, the melody 😁
countys32
This is a great song..love it to bits
Hrisi A
That song is amazing,love it....I didn't know him before that song,but today the radio fixed that mistake and I'm his fan now 😉🤗
Orla McLoughlin
Loving this song!!!! Its really different but so catchy!!!
Corrina Jaye
I can't stop listening it's too good! Gonna be huge, where's the riff from driving me nuts :)