About the song
The Rolling Stones’ “Ride ‘Em On Down” is a standout track from their 2016 album Blue & Lonesome, a masterful return to the band’s blues roots. This song exemplifies the band’s ability to reinterpret classic blues with a fresh and invigorating approach, paying homage to their musical influences while showcasing their enduring passion for rock and roll.
“Ride ‘Em On Down” is a cover of a song originally written and recorded by the blues artist Eddie Taylor. By revisiting this classic, The Rolling Stones pay tribute to the early electric blues that influenced generations of musicians, including themselves. The band’s rendition stays true to the spirit of Taylor’s original while infusing it with their own rock-infused flair. Mick Jagger’s vocals bring a raw, energetic quality to the track, while Keith Richards’ guitar work and the band’s rhythm section provide a gritty, driving force that brings the song to life.
The album Blue & Lonesome, which features “Ride ‘Em On Down,” was a critical and commercial success, debuting at number 1 on the UK Albums Chart and number 4 on the Billboard 200 in the United States. This return to their blues origins was well-received by both fans and critics, showcasing The Rolling Stones’ ability to honor their musical influences while continuing to evolve.
“Ride ‘Em On Down” did not chart as a single but stands out as a highlight on Blue & Lonesome, reflecting the band’s deep respect for blues music and their skill in reinvigorating classic sounds. The song remains a vivid example of The Rolling Stones’ enduring passion for blues and their talent for blending traditional genres with their own rock sensibilities. Listening to “Ride ‘Em On Down,” one can appreciate how The Rolling Stones continue to celebrate their musical heritage while creating new, compelling interpretations that resonate with audiences old and new.
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Lyrics
Yeah!
I’m a dealin’ man, still dealing, yeah
I’ll gon’ keep on dealing ’til I find myself a bed
I got to stop dealing, I believe I’ll ride ’em on down
Well I done stopped dealing, I believe I’ll ride ’em on down
Yeah!
Raised in the country, got up raised in town
Got two kids and they’re all look like mine
I got to stop dealing, I believe I’ll ride ’em on down
Yeah, I got to stop dealing, I believe I’ll ride ’em on down
Yeah!
I’m dealing darling, by some other deck
Seem like somebody gonna take my shit
But I got to stop dealing, I believe I’ll ride ’em on down
Well, I done stopped dealing, I believe I’ll ride ’em on down
Yeah!
Yeah!
Born yesterday and not a day before
Here you come knocking at my door
Done stop dealing, I believe I’ll ride ’em on down
Well I done stopped dealing, I believe I’ll ride ’em on down
Yeah!
Yeah, I done stopped dealing, I believe I’ll ride ’em on down
That’s good