In 2009 the bands went on to make a split single, "Can't Stop Rockin'", in order to support their current tour. The single includes, besides the title track, both "Blue Collar Man" and "Roll With The Changes" from the "Arch Allies" album.
Ridin' the Storm Out
Styx & REO Speedwagon Lyrics
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On a full moon night in the Rocky Mountain winter
My wine bottle's low, watching for the snow
Thinkin' about what I've been missin' in the city
And I'm not missin' a thing
Watchin' the full moon crossing the range
Ridin' the storm out
My lady's beside me, she's there to guide me
She says that alone we've finally found home
The wind outside is frightening
but it's kinder than the lightning life in the city
It's a hard life to live but it gives back what you give
These lyrics of the song 'Ridin' the Storm Out' by Styx and REO Speedwagon describe the experience of weathering a storm during the winter season in Rocky Mountains. The singer is waiting for the thaw out while his wine bottle's low, and he thinks about what he's been missing in the city. However, he's not missing any of those things right now, as he keeps himself occupied watching the full moon crossing the range. The storm outside is rough, but the singer is not afraid, as he's riding the storm out.
The singer's lady is beside him, acting as his guide. She tells him that they've finally found a home together, which seems to be much better than being alone in the busy city that keeps them away from nature. Even though the wind outside is terrifying, it's still kinder than the lightning strikes that are common in the city. The singer admits that it's a hard life to live, but it'll give back what you give. These lyrics highlight the importance of finding a peaceful and safe place amidst a natural storm, even if life isn't easy there.
Line by Line Meaning
Ridin' the storm out, waitin' for the thaw out
Enduring the difficulties and waiting for better times to come.
On a full moon night in the Rocky Mountain winter
It is a wintry night in the Rocky Mountains and the full moon is shining bright.
My wine bottle's low, watching for the snow
I am running out of wine and looking out for impending snowfall.
Thinkin' about what I've been missin' in the city
Reflecting on things that I have missed in the city.
And I'm not missin' a thing
I do not miss anything about the city.
Watchin' the full moon crossing the range
Observing the full moon as it moves over the mountains.
Ridin' the storm out
Enduring the hardships without giving up.
Ridin' the storm out
Enduring the hardships without giving up.
My lady's beside me, she's there to guide me
My partner is with me, supporting and advising me.
She says that alone we've finally found home
She believes that together we have found our true home.
The wind outside is frightening
The sound of the wind is scary.
but it's kinder than the lightning life in the city
The wind is gentler compared to the harshness of city life filled with unexpected danger.
It's a hard life to live but it gives back what you give
Living in the wilderness is tough, but if you put in the effort, it rewards you accordingly.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: GARY RICHRATH
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