Ride

Lana Del Rey

About Ride

"Ride" is a song by American singer and songwriter Lana Del Rey from her third extended play (EP), Paradise (2012). The song was written by Lana Del Rey and Justin Parker, while produced by Rick Rubin, the song served as the reissue's first single on September 25, 2012 through Interscope Records. "Ride" is a ballad that thematically involves parental problems, alcohol consumption, and loneliness. The cover for the song depicts Del Rey on a tire swing, wearing cowboy boots and a denim jacket. "Ride" received critical acclaim from music critics, who compared Del Rey's vocals with that of Adele and Brandon Flowers of The Killers. While only a modest hit in the United States, Switzerland, Ireland, and France, the song reached the top 10 in Russia. The accompanying music video for "Ride" was directed by Anthony Mandler, and was released on October 12, 2012. Del Rey's role in the video was compared to Lolita and A Streetcar Named Desire. The monologue treatment at the start and end of the video met polarized opinion; some considered it "meaningless" and a "gibe to her critics", while others called it "moving" and "really something". 


Year:
2012
4:49
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I've been out on that open road
You can be my full time, daddy white and gold
Singing blues has been getting old
You can be my full time, baby
Hot or cold

Don't break me down
I've been travelin' too long
I've been trying too hard
With one pretty song

I hear the birds on the summer breeze, I drive fast
I am alone in the night
Been tryin' hard not to get into trouble, but I
I've got a war in my mind
So, I just ride
Just ride, I just ride, I just ride

Dying young and I'm playing hard
That's the way my father made his life an art
Drink all day and we talk 'til dark
That's the way the road doves do it, ride 'til dark

Don't leave me now
Don't say good bye
Don't turn around
Leave me high and dry

I hear the birds on the summer breeze, I drive fast
I am alone in the night
Been tryin' hard not to get in trouble, but I
I've got a war in my mind
I just ride
Just ride, I just ride, I just ride

I'm tired of feeling like I'm fucking crazy
I'm tired of driving 'till I see stars in my eyes
I look up to hear myself saying, baby
Too much I strive, I just ride

I hear the birds on the summer breeze, I drive fast
I am alone in the night
Been tryin' hard not to get in trouble, but I
I've got a war in my mind
I just ride
Just ride, I just ride, I just ride

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Lana Del Rey

Elizabeth Woolridge Grant (born June 21, 1985), known professionally as Lana Del Rey, is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer. Her music has been noted by critics for its stylized cinematic quality, its preoccupation with themes of tragic romance, glamour, and melancholia, and its references to pop culture, particularly 1950s and 1960s Americana. more »

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Written by: ELIZABETH GRANT, JUSTIN PARKER

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12 facts about this song

Composer and Release Year
"Ride" was co-written by Lana Del Rey and Justin Parker. It was released in the year 2012.
Album Inclusion
"Ride" is a prominent song from Lana Del Rey's third EP, "Paradise."
Music Genre
The song is a ballad that falls under the genre of baroque pop, a fusion of classical music, pop, and rock.
Chart Performance
Upon its release, "Ride" debuted at number 10 on the UK Singles Chart. It also performed well globally, charting within the top 50 in several countries including Belgium and France.
Music Video
The music video for "Ride" is approximately 10 minutes long, featuring a monologue from Lana Del Rey and cinematic narrative scenes in addition to the song itself.
Video Director
The music video for 'Ride' was directed by Antony Mandler, a renowned music video director.
Lyrical Theme
The song's lyrics revolve around freedom, independence, and escaping from societal expectations.
Live Performances
Lana Del Rey has performed "Ride" live on various occasions, including on the television show 'Later... with Jools Holland.'
Critical Reception
The song received generally positive reviews from music critics who praised its cinematic sound and Del Rey's vocal performance.
Cover Versions
"Ride" has been covered by several artists and music groups, demonstrating its lasting influence in the music world.
Soundtrack Appearance
The song was featured in the official soundtrack for the 2013 film adaptation of "The Great Gatsby."
Cultural Impact
"Ride" has been interpreted as a reflection of the American Dream, and its video has been analyzed in academic studies for its depiction of Americana.

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