Let It Ride
The Blue Stones Lyrics
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Golden towers of you
No, I don't feel at home
This is something new
I think I'll stay for a while
Don't need me back so soon
'Cause I know you're holding it down
And I don't care 'bout the money
I know who I am
Now all my pockets are sunny
My faults are my friends
So let it ride till the morning, ride till the morning comes
Let it ride till the morning, ride till that morning comes
I think I loose track of time when post up at the bar
But you don't need to remind me what my vices are
I know it gets a little thick when I hop on the phone
Then I can always hear a timbre saying "Come back home"
But if you love me like you say, you gotta let me roam till I'm ready
Till I'm ready
And I don't care 'bout the money
I know who I am
And all my pockets are sunny
My faults are my friends
So let it ride till the morning, ride till the morning comes
Let it ride till the morning, ride till that morning comes
I, I need It
I, I need to ride
I, I need It
I, I need to ride
I, I need It
If you love me like you say, you gotta let me roam
Girl, If you love me like you say, you gotta let me roam
Let me go!
So let it ride till the morning, ride till the morning comes
Let it ride till the morning, ride till that morning comes
The Blue Stones's song Let It Ride is about a restless soul seeking to find their place in the world. The lyrics convey a sense of existing in a state of limbo, searching for something or somewhere that feels like home. The golden towers referenced in the opening lines suggest a sense of grandeur and opulence, but the singer doesn’t feel comfortable there. They’re seeking something that money can’t buy: a sense of belonging. The chorus emphasizes this sentiment, with the singer declaring that they don’t care about money but instead value their faults and their ability to ride through life on their own terms. The line “My faults are my friends” suggests an acceptance of one’s flaws and a refusal to be defined by them.
The second verse of the song acknowledges the impact that the singer’s wanderlust has on their relationships. They know that they can get lost in their vices and need to keep moving, but they also want their loved ones to understand and support them in their journey. The repeated refrain “If you love me like you say, you gotta let me roam” emphasizes this point. The bridge of the song expresses a sense of urgency, with the singer declaring their need to ride and find themselves.
Overall, Let It Ride is a powerful and relatable song about feeling lost and searching for one’s place in the world. It conveys a sense of restlessness and the desire for freedom, while also emphasizing the importance of acceptance and love in our journeys of self-discovery.
Line by Line Meaning
Took a minute to roam
It took some time for me to venture out
Golden towers of you
Your success and achievements are impressive and admirable
No, I don't feel at home
Despite the beauty around me, I don't feel comfortable here
This is something new
This experience is unfamiliar to me
I think I'll stay for a while
I plan on sticking around for some time
Don't need me back so soon
I don't have any pressing matters that require my attention right now
'Cause I know you're holding it down
I have trust in your abilities to maintain things while I'm away
I've always counted on you
You have been a reliable source of support for me
And I don't care 'bout the money
Money is not a priority for me
I know who I am
I have a clear sense of self
Now all my pockets are sunny
I am financially comfortable
My faults are my friends
I accept my flaws as a part of who I am
So let it ride till the morning, ride till the morning comes
Let things continue as they are until the morning
I think I loose track of time when post up at the bar
I tend to lose track of time when I hang out at the bar
But you don't need to remind me what my vices are
I am aware of my weaknesses and don't need to be reminded of them
I know it gets a little thick when I hop on the phone
I understand that things can get complicated when I'm on the phone
Then I can always hear a timbre saying "Come back home"
I hear a voice reminding me to return home
But if you love me like you say, you gotta let me roam till I'm ready
If you truly love me, you'll give me space until I'm ready to come back
I need It
I have a desire to experience new things
I need to ride
I want to continue on this journey
If you love me like you say, you gotta let me roam
True love requires giving me the freedom to explore
Girl, If you love me like you say, you gotta let me roam
If you truly care for me, you'll let me go
Let me go!
Please don't hold me back
Writer(s): Tarek Jafar, Justin Tessier
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