Ride A White Swan
T-Rex · Electric Boogie [1971]
Ride it on out like a bird in the sky ways
Ride it on out like if you were a bird
Fly it all out like an eagle in a sunbeam
Ride it on out like if you were a bird
Wear a tall hat like a druid in the old days
Wear a tall hat and a tatooed gown
Ride a white swan like the people of the Beltane
Wear your hair long, babe you can't go wrong
Catch a bright star and a place it on your fore-head
Say a few spells and baby, there you go
Take a black cat and sit it on your shoulder
And in the morning you'll know all you know, oh
Wear a tall hat like a druid in the old days
Wear a tall hat and a tatooed gown
Ride a white swan like the people of the Beltane
Wear your hair long, babe you can't go wrong
Da-da-di-di-da, da-da-di-di-da ....
Ride it on out like if you were a bird
Fly it all out like an eagle in a sunbeam
Ride it on out like if you were a bird
Wear a tall hat like a druid in the old days
Wear a tall hat and a tatooed gown
Ride a white swan like the people of the Beltane
Wear your hair long, babe you can't go wrong
Catch a bright star and a place it on your fore-head
Say a few spells and baby, there you go
Take a black cat and sit it on your shoulder
And in the morning you'll know all you know, oh
Wear a tall hat like a druid in the old days
Wear a tall hat and a tatooed gown
Ride a white swan like the people of the Beltane
Wear your hair long, babe you can't go wrong
Da-da-di-di-da, da-da-di-di-da ....
Ride A White Swan
Released on the 1971 album Electric Boogie, "Ride A White Swan" stands as a defining track in the evolution of rock and roll. Led by Marc Bolan, the song exemplifies the band's shift toward psychedelic pop and theatrical performance. Its distinctive sound, characterized by a driving bassline and soaring vocals, captured the imagination of a generation seeking a more expansive musical identity. The recording remains a cornerstone of the genre, influencing countless artists who followed in the wake of its innovative approach to rhythm and melody. As a cultural touchstone, the song continues to resonate, celebrated for its unique blend of energy and artistry that marked a pivotal moment in music history.