Ride for Aids
Willam Lyrics


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I'm a modern privileged gay
You spend most evenings on your back
income every day
I think it's time that we both give back
Turn off Dr Oz
Ride a bike for a good cause
Raise some dough
For our friends in pause
Training, sweating
That shit hurts
Feel the wind blowing in your hair
Shading in our mini skirts
I still don't see
The appeal
Plastic can't ride a bike in heels
But just think
How good you'll feel
Ehh I can make my round for a better weekend
Get your ass in San Fransisco
Then ride down to L.A
Safety first, so wear a helmet
Bitch I said no way
How about I ride a flatbed
I'll look cute and pay for guys
Cause you know I love a road trip
But cliff bars taste like
Delicious
Your a shady fucking drag queen
Probably going straight to Hell
So you do a little AIDS ride
And hope the -- goes well
I look like a real good person
With generous charity ways
So I'll make a stank face baby
But I'll ride for AIDS
Are you a Starbucks lover, Willam?
Is there Wifi on this thing?
I will beat you with your selfie stick
Sexual, body wear
Plus that shows off his--
Oh my gosh!
This you is right
I will bike all through the night
Pitch a tent
It feels so nice
So each mile that I go
Makes a donation pile on up
Plus we get free Gatorade
Shut your mouth, you'll swallow a bug
It's a nice break, to drag and drugs
Plus I get to shake these big jugs
I knew we shoulda asked that Aussie what's her name to come here.
Ah ah ah!!
You're a shady fucking drag queen
Probably going straight to hell
But then you do a little AIDS ride
And hope the -- goes well.
I look like a real good person
With generous charity ways
I'll make a stank face baby
But I'll ride for AIDS
So you follow up and donate
To fighthiv.org
Give a little bit of get back
It'll be a smorgasbord
Get some cash if you ain't got time
Good karma gets you laid
We'll make a stank face baby
But we'll ride for AIDS
Please don't sue Taylor Swift
We're two gooders
Gave you credit right down there in the footer
Please don't sue Taylor Swift
We're two gooders
Go and donate to this site
In the footer
You're a shady fucking drag queen
Probably going straight to hell
But then you do a little AIDS ride
And hope the -- goes well.
I look like a real good person
With generous charity ways
I'll make a stank face baby
But I'll ride for AIDS
So you follow up and donate
To fighthiv.org
Give a little bit of get back
It'll be a smorgasbord
Get some cash if you ain't got time
Good karma gets you laid




We'll make a stank face baby
But we'll ride for AIDS

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Ride for Aids" by Willam feat. Alaska 5000 speak to the importance of giving back to the community and raising awareness for a good cause. The song encourages listeners to participate in the AIDS Ride, a charity event that involves biking long distances to raise money for HIV/AIDS-related organizations. The song also critiques modern privilege and encourages people to be more charitable, particularly those who have been fortunate enough to have opportunities and resources to do so.


The lyrics reference the pain and effort required to train for the ride, as well as the joy and satisfaction of helping to make a difference. The song also pokes fun at drag queen culture, particularly the use of selfies and image-consciousness, while at the same time acknowledging the significant role that drag queen performers have played in raising money for AIDS-related charities over the years.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm a modern privileged gay
As a gay person with modern privileges, I feel the need to give back to my community.


You spend most evenings on your back
Many people engage in promiscuous behavior, but it's time to focus on doing something good for others.


income every day
Money is flowing in every day, but instead of keeping it for personal gain, it's important to use it for a good cause.


I think it's time that we both give back
It's time to stop being selfish and start giving back to those who are less fortunate.


Turn off Dr. Oz
Stop wasting time watching meaningless TV and do something productive.


Ride a bike for a good cause
Participating in a charity bike ride is a great way to give back to the community.


Raise some dough
It's important to raise money for those in need, especially those affected by diseases like AIDS.


For our friends in pause
We are doing this to help our friends who are living with HIV/AIDS.


Training, sweating. That shit hurts
Getting in shape for a charity bike ride can be challenging and uncomfortable, but it's worth it.


Feel the wind blowing in your hair
Enjoy the feeling of fresh air and freedom that comes with riding a bike.


Shading in our mini-skirts
Even though it may be uncomfortable, it's important to wear appropriate clothing while biking for a good cause.


I still don't see the appeal
Some people may not see the appeal in participating in a charity bike ride, but it's important to keep an open mind and do what you can to help others.


Plastic can't ride a bike in heels
It's important to wear appropriate clothing and footwear while participating in a charity bike ride.


But just think. How good you'll feel
Even if it's uncomfortable or challenging, participating in a charity bike ride can give you a sense of accomplishment and make you feel good about yourself.


Ehh I can make my round for a better weekend
Even if it's challenging or uncomfortable, riding a bike for a good cause can improve your weekend and make you feel good about yourself.


Get your ass in San Francisco. Then ride down to L.A
Participating in a charity bike ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles can be challenging, but it's a great way to give back to those in need.


Safety first, so wear a helmet
Wearing a helmet while biking for a good cause is essential for your safety.


Bitch I said no way
Some people may be reluctant to participate in a charity bike ride, but it's important to push through and do what you can to help others.


How about I ride a flatbed. I'll look cute and pay for guys
Some people may try to find an easier way out, but it's important to push through and do what you can to help others.


Cause you know I love a road trip. But cliff bars taste like delicious
While biking for a good cause can be challenging, it's important to enjoy the journey and make the most of the experience.


Your a shady fucking drag queen. Probably going straight to Hell
Some people may judge others based on their appearance or lifestyle, but it's important to focus on doing good and helping those in need.


So you do a little AIDS ride. And hope the -- goes well
Participating in a charity bike ride for those affected by AIDS can be challenging, but it's important to push through and hope for the best.


I look like a real good person. With generous charity ways
Participating in a charity bike ride can make you feel like a good person and help you contribute to a worthy cause.


So I'll make a stank face baby. But I'll ride for AIDS
Even if it's uncomfortable or challenging, participating in a charity bike ride for those affected by AIDS is a great way to give back to the community.


Are you a Starbucks lover, Willam? Is there Wifi on this thing? I will beat you with your selfie stick
While it's important to have fun and enjoy the journey, it's also important to stay focused and committed to the cause.


Sexual, body wear. Plus that shows off his-- Oh my gosh! This you is right
It's important to wear appropriate clothing and footwear while biking for a good cause, but it's also important to have fun and express your personal style.


I will bike all through the night. Pitch a tent. It feels so nice
Biking for a good cause can be a challenging but rewarding experience, and it's important to enjoy the journey and make the most of the experience.


So each mile that I go. Makes a donation pile on up
Every mile ridden during a charity bike ride contributes to the cause and helps raise funds for those in need.


Plus we get free Gatorade. Shut your mouth, you'll swallow a bug
While participating in a charity bike ride can be challenging, it's also important to enjoy the little things along the way.


It's a nice break, to drag and drugs. Plus I get to shake these big jugs
Riding a bike for a good cause can be a nice break from everyday life, and it's important to have fun and enjoy the journey.


I knew we shoulda asked that Aussie what's her name to come here. Ah ah ah!!
Having fun and making friends along the way is an important part of participating in a charity bike ride.


So you follow up and donate. To fighthiv.org
Donating to charities like fighthiv.org is an important way to help those affected by AIDS.


Give a little bit of get back. It'll be a smorgasbord
When you give back to those in need, you'll get back so much more in return.


Get some cash if you ain't got time. Good karma gets you laid
Even if you don't have time to participate in a charity bike ride, you can still help those in need by donating money or resources.


We'll make a stank face baby. But we'll ride for AIDS
Participating in a charity bike ride for those affected by AIDS can be challenging, but it's worth it to contribute to a worthy cause.


Please don't sue Taylor Swift. We're two gooders. Gave you credit right down there in the footer
We are just trying to do good and give back to the community, so please don't sue us.


Go and donate to this site. In the footer
If you want to help those affected by AIDS, please consider donating to charities like fighthiv.org.




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@lorrainemcculloch8532

โ€œโ€ฆโ€ฆGet your ass onโ€ฆ..a bike!
Ride a unicycle if you want toโ€ฆโ€ฆyou can rollerbladeโ€ฆโ€ฆif youโ€™re super fruity gayโ€ฆโ€ฆโ€ Willam, you are a genius โค๏ธ

@smrtmonkey222

Riding a tricycle in Christian Louboutins. Wouldn't expect any less from Willam.

@nicholas5544

the don't sue us Taylor part had me dying.

@nelly1667

same lmao

@brandonlrushman2870

Eight years later and still my favorite! โค๏ธ

@keysdirtyprada9269

You know you've succeeded when every time I hear Blank Space on the radio I sing the lyrics to this instead.

@AllPeopleUnite

Same with "Girl on Fire"

@bridgetthewench

I started singing this version along to it in a Walmart ๐Ÿคฃ

@FrapeCake

I can't stress how much I love Willam and Alaska!!!

@jamesford6241

Just goes to show that winning isn't everything. Absolutely adore you two <3

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