Ride The Night Away
Southside Johnny · Other Songs - Southside Johnny
Well it's tearing me up inside
Well I've got to let it loose tonight
I know you can feel what I'm going through
Everybody telling me what to do
Well I need somebody to talk to
I'm different, I can feel the changes
But I can't turn back the pages
And our hearts are all we have to save us
Somebody save me tonight
We're gonna ride the night away
We're gonna ride the night away
Well there ain't no time left to borrow
I guess we'll have to think about it tomorrow
'Cause tonight we're gonna ride the night away
I got a gun pointing at my head
And I put it there by myself
Can't ask you but I need some help
I got a fire burning in my soul
I'm dangerous and out of control
And tonight I've got to let it go
I can't look back baby I've tried
But it's too late for me to compromise
Well I need somebody by my side
Come on with me tonight
We're gonna ride the night away
We're gonna ride the night away
Well there ain't no time left to borrow
I guess we'll have to think about it tomorrow
'Cause tonight we're gonna ride the night away
I can't look back baby I've tried
It's too late for me to compromise
Well I need somebody by my side
Come on with me tonight
We're gonna ride the night away, come on baby
We're gonna ride the night away
Well there ain't no time left to borrow
I guess we'll have to think about it tomorrow
'Cause tonight we're gonna ride the night away
Ride the night away
Ride the night away
Ride the night away
Ride the night away
We're gonna ride the night away
Ride the night away
Ride the night away
Ride The Night Away
Southside Johnny's "Ride The Night Away" stands as a quintessential example of his signature country-rock fusion, blending traditional storytelling with a driving, rhythmic energy. Recorded during the height of his career alongside The Fabulous Thunderbirds, the track captures the essence of late-night road trips and the camaraderie of touring life. The song exemplifies Johnny's ability to craft anthems that resonate with the spirit of freedom and the open road, characteristic of his work in the 1970s and 1980s. Its enduring appeal lies in its infectious melody and the raw, unpolished vocal delivery that defines his contribution to the outlaw country and rockabilly revival movements. As a staple of his discography, the recording remains a powerful testament to the era's musical landscape and the collaborative spirit of the Southern rock scene.