Rob (aka Rez) composes and records using mainly Reason, Pro Tools, and Ableton. He had an early start in production after building a studio in his basement to record his highchool bands. Rob has studied classical and jazz piano, rock and jazz guitar, and jazz drums and has been in many bands (genres spanning ska, metal, pop punk, jazz, funk, and alternative), playing both guitar and drums. Rob spent a few years in college DJing at different Boston bars while double majoring in Music and Philosophy at Tufts University. Rob has many influences, but in regards to his Timeflies production, he cites Pretty Lights, Dr. Luke, Xaphoon Jones, and JR Rotem. Rob is a serious Green Lantern fan, and knows a good sandwich.
Cal is a singer/rapper and songwriter from the New York City area. He’s been singing and freestyling since he was young and remembers doing freestyles at the dinner table. He graduated Tufts University majoring in Music and Entrepreneurship. Upon joining the band The Ride in his sophomore year at Tufts, Cal fell in love with the performance side of music. This blues, funk, and hip- hop band was noted for their unique style, given their ability to transcend musical genres. Cal later teamed up with The Ride’s drummer, Rob, to form Timeflies. Cal’s musical influences include Robert Johnson, Janis Joplin, Muddy Waters, and his favorite, Big L. Cal’s biggest strength and weakness, is his love for scotch.
Ride
Timeflies Lyrics
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Could you ride with the top gone
Could you come and keep me
Up all night long
Could you go and make it pop like a pop song
And if it gets a little rough
Could you hold on (hold on)
I'm already undressing you with my eyes
Feelin' your body rollin' like the tide
So baby what I need tonight
Is for you to just
Say-ay-ay
That you're down to roll-oll-oll
Now we're stayin' up late-ate-ate
Cause you already know
Like Oh
When the lights get turned down low
Wanna see you lose control
I just need to know that
Baby you could ride with me
Like Oh
Cause tonight we won't let go
And the world won't be so cold
I just need to know that
Baby you could ride with me
(Baby you could ride
Baby you could ride
Baby you could ride with me)
Show me you could hold it down when I'm on the road
Yeah take a naked pic send it to my phone
Treat me like the fuckin' man when I come home
Lemme make up for the nights you was all alone
So come on
Give it to me like you should
I'll be bad if you're good
Let me take you for a ride
Through the hills of Hollywood
Floor seats, private beach
Shit I probably could
So all I need tonight
Is for you to just
Say-ay-ay
That you're down to roll-oll-oll
Now we're stayin' up late-ate-ate
Cause you already know
Like Oh
When the lights get turned down low
Wanna see you lose control
I just need to know that
Baby you could ride with me
Like Oh
Cause tonight we won't let go
And the world won't be so cold
I just need to know that
Baby you could ride with me
Turn the lights down low
So you can barely see
I just gotta know that
You could ride with me
We could lose control
The only thing I need
Is you to let me know
That you could ride with me
Say-ay-ay
That you're down to roll-oll-oll
Now we're stayin' up late-ate-ate
Cause you already know
Like Oh
When the lights get turned down low
Wanna see you lose control
I just need to know that
Baby you could ride with me
Like Oh
When the lights get turned down low
Wanna see you lose control
I just need to know that
Baby you could ride with me
Like Oh
Cause tonight we won't let go
And the world won't be so cold
I just need to know that
Baby you could ride with me
(Baby you could ride
Baby you could ride
Baby you could ride with me)
"Ride" by Timeflies is a song about being in love and wanting to spend a night with someone special, driving around and having fun. The lyrics suggest a longing for a spontaneous and adventurous companion who is willing to ride with the top gone on a car, stay up all night, and go on a wild ride through the hills of Hollywood. The singer emphasizes they are already undressing their lover with their eyes, and they just need someone to go with them on this wild journey. The song is a mix of a driving beat, simple and catchy hooks, and layered and distorted guitars topped with the duo's innovative electronic production, making it a perfect jam for a night out or a road trip.
The lyrics also suggest that the singer is looking for someone to have fun with, and they're willing to be wild and adventurous for whoever's willing to ride with them. The singer desires someone to hold it down when they're on the road, and they want to take them on trips to private beaches and floor seats. They need someone who can complement them both mentally and physically, someone who is confident and can match their energy.
The chorus repeats, saying that the singer needs their special someone to ride with them because tonight, they won't let go of each other, and the world won't be so cold. The song is filled with confident and euphoric energy, which makes it a perfect track for a fun time.
Line by Line Meaning
Tell me girl
Starting the conversation with a question
Could you ride with the top gone
Are you comfortable with an open-top ride?
Could you come and keep me up all night long
Can you stay up all night with me?
Could you go and make it pop like a pop song
Can you make it fun and enjoyable like a pop song?
And if it gets a little rough Could you hold on (hold on)
Will you be reliable and supportive during rough times?
If you're looking for trouble then I could provide
If you want to be adventurous, I'm your man for that
I'm already undressing you with my eyes
I'm attracted to your body and looks
Feelin' your body rollin' like the tide
I want to have a physical connection with you
So baby what I need tonight Is for you to just
I need you to do one thing for me tonight
Say-ay-ay That you're down to roll-oll-oll
Confirm that you are willing to go on this adventure with me
Now we're stayin' up late-ate-ate
We'll be up all night together
When the lights get turned down low Wanna see you lose control
I want to witness your uninhibited behavior
I just need to know that Baby you could ride with me Like Oh
I just want you to be willing to take this journey with me
Cause tonight we won't let go
We'll hold on to each other tight
And the world won't be so cold
With your company, the world will be a warmer and better place
Show me you could hold it down when I'm on the road
Can you take care of things when I'm away?
Yeah take a naked pic send it to my phone
Show me that you trust me and are willing to be vulnerable
Treat me like the fuckin' man when I come home
Make me feel good and respected when I return home
Lemme make up for the nights you was all alone
I want to compensate for the lonely nights you had
Through the hills of Hollywood Floor seats, private beach
I want to take you on a luxurious trip
So all I need tonight Is for you to just
I need one thing from you tonight
Turn the lights down low So you can barely see
I want to create a romantic atmosphere
We could lose control The only thing I need
I want to feel a strong connection with you
Is you to let me know That you could ride with me
Just tell me if you're ready to go on this adventure with me
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JACOB KASHER HINDLIN, JOHAN CARLSSON, MATT SQUIRE, CAL SHAPIRO, ROB RESNICK
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Tell me girl
Could you ride with the top gone
Could you come and keep me
Up all night long
Could you go and make it pop like a pop song
And if it gets a little rough
Could you hold on (hold on)
If you're looking for trouble then I could provide
I'm already undressing you with my eyes
Feelin' your body rollin' like the tide
So baby what I need tonight
Is for you to just
Say-ay-ay
That you're down to roll-oll-oll
Now we're stayin' up late-ate-ate
Cause you already know
Like Oh
When the lights get turned down low
Wanna see you lose control
I just need to know that
Baby you could ride with me
Like Oh
Cause tonight we won't let go
And the world won't be so cold
I just need to know that
Baby you could ride with me
(Baby you could ride
Baby you could ride
Baby you could ride with me)
Show me you could hold it down when I'm on the road
Yeah take a naked pic send it to my phone
Treat me like the fuckin' man when I come home
Lemme make up for the nights you was all alone
So come on
Give it to me like you should
I'll be bad if you're good
Let me take you for a ride
Through the hills of Hollywood
Floor seats, private beach
Shit I probably could
So all I need tonight
Is for you to just
Say-ay-ay
That you're down to roll-oll-oll
Now we're stayin' up late-ate-ate
Cause you already know
Like Oh
When the lights get turned down low
Wanna see you lose control
I just need to know that
Baby you could ride with me
Like Oh
Cause tonight we won't let go
And the world won't be so cold
I just need to know that
Baby you could ride with me
Turn the lights down low
So you can barely see
I just gotta know that
You could ride with me
We could lose control
The only thing I need
Is you to let me know
That you could ride with me
Say-ay-ay
That you're down to roll-oll-oll
Now we're stayin' up late-ate-ate
Cause you already know
Like Oh
When the lights get turned down low
Wanna see you lose control
I just need to know that
Baby you could ride with me
Like Oh
When the lights get turned down low
Wanna see you lose control
I just need to know that
Baby you could ride with me
Like Oh
Cause tonight we won't let go
And the world won't be so cold
I just need to know that
Baby you could ride with me
(Baby you could ride
Baby you could ride
Baby you could ride with me)
SoCloseToToast
Put those hands up! Such an awesome track!
One Kiddo
Sup toast
Tomás Ponce
2020 and came here because of the memories. This music reminds me when life was simple. And I come back here and its just like therapy. Thanks for the amazing songs and good times, you helped me at my worst, I'll always owe you two❣
jenni pryor
Absolutely incredible to hear live!!! they are amazing in concert!
Vianey Granado
They've got to get more recognition! I am so sick of just waiting! They deserve to be on the radio!
Katie Parker-Deckard
This song is so good live! Can't wait to go to another one of their concerts!
Chris Thorne
Everyone wonders why they aren't on the radio, share the crap outta them!! All of us call in to our favorite radio stations and request the songs of Timeflies!!!
NEVTHEDEVIL61
4years too late but they haven’t been on the radio in the UK because they aren’t that well known but they have been on the Spotifys UK top 50 last year with their once in a while but only made it to 45 😩
Jake Louvau
@lmQuantum yea I've only heard them once but I know they hav been played more here. Hopefully u will get some of their music down in the UK.
Chris Thorne
I still haven't heard them played once on the radio in the UK, but I've heard they're getting played a lot in the US