Along for the Ride

Dream Theater

About Along for the Ride

"Along for the Ride" is a power ballad by progressive rock band Dream Theater, and is the second single from their self-titled 12th studio album. It was announced on the band's official Facebook page as the second single on September 6, 2013 and was made available in various locations on September 9. The band's guitarist John Petrucci, talked about the lyrics in an interview in which he said: "the message to that song is very much like you know with all the crazy stuff that happens in the world and all the dangerous events and people out there and things going on. .. that we don't have a lot of control for that and then we're just on this big planet and we're along for the ride". The world tour to promote Dream Theater is named after the song. 


Year:
2013
4:45
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At this moment words fail me
And my vision's unclear
Blind to the truth
Like hands reaching out in the darkness

[Chorus]
I can't stop the world from turning around
Or the pull of the moon on the tide
But I don't believe that we're in this alone
I believe we're along for the ride
I believe we're along for the ride

Through the gift of surrender
I'm embracing the fight
Breaking the code
There's clarity on the horizon

[Chorus]
I can't stop the world from turning around
Or the pull of the moon on the tide
But I don't believe that we're in this alone
I believe we're along for the ride
I believe we're along for the ride

I will not live under a shadow of fear
Never be crippled by chaos and doubt
Fall prey to your madness

I am not shattered
Out of the ashes I rise
Knowing that nothing is stronger than faith
Finding hope in our hopeless lives

[Chorus]
I can't stop the world from turning around
Or the pull of the moon on the tide
But I don't believe that we're in this alone
I believe we're along for the ride

I can't stop the world from turning around
Or the pull of the moon on the tide
But I don't believe that we're in this alone
I believe we're along for the ride
I believe we're along for the ride
I believe we're along for the ride

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Dream Theater

Dream Theater is an American progressive metal band formed in 1985 under the name Majesty by John Petrucci, John Myung, and Mike Portnoy while they attended Berklee College of Music in Massachusetts. They subsequently dropped out of their studies to further concentrate on the band that would ultimately become Dream Theater. Though a number of lineup changes followed, the three original members remained together along with James LaBrie and Jordan Rudess until September 8, 2010 when Portnoy left the band. In October 2010, the band held auditions for a drummer to replace Portnoy. Mike Mangini was announced as the new permanent drummer on April 29, 2011. more »

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Written by: JOHN PETRUCCI, JORDAN RUDESS

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12 facts about this song

Song Title
"Along for the Ride" is one of Dream Theater's soundtracks. The Grammy-nominated band released the song as part of the 12th studio album.
Album Features
This song is included in the self-titled album "Dream Theater". The album was released in 2013.
Song Duration and Genre
The song lasts 4 minutes and 45 seconds and is categorized in the progressive metal genre, which is a blend of heavy metal and progressive rock.
Track Position
"Along for the Ride" is the track number 8 out of the 9 tracks in the album.
Lyrics Composition
Dream Theater’s keyboardist, Jordan Rudess, wrote the song's lyrics. The theme addresses the concept of life’s journey and emphasizes the span spent being misunderstood or treated as an outsider.
Musical Composition
The song features an intricate blend of heavy guitar and rhythm parts, comprehensive aggressive drumming, and keyboard solos, a signature style of Dream Theater.
Band Members Participation
The song features the band's lineup of John Petrucci on guitars, Jordan Rudess on keyboards, James LaBrie on vocals, John Myung on bass, and Mike Mangini on drums.
Rating and Reviews
The song has generally received positive reviews and ratings from listeners, especially amongst Dream Theater's fans, for its gripping lyrics and melody.
Live Performances
"Along for the Ride" has been included in several of Dream Theater's live performances following the release of their self-titled album in 2013.
Billboard Chart Success
Along with the success of the entire album, "Along for the Ride" also contributed to pushing the album to peak at number 7 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Streaming and Downloads
The song is available on various music platforms such as Spotify, YouTube, Apple Music, and more for streaming and download.
Distinction
"Along for the Ride" is remembered for its slower pace and melodic rhythm - a notable contrast to several other heavier songs in the same album.

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