Just a Ride

Jem

About Just a Ride

"Just a Ride" is the second single released by Jem from her debut album Finally Woken. The song was featured on Music from the OC: Mix 1, along with "Maybe I'm Amazed" (a cover of the Paul McCartney song). "Just a Ride" is also featured on the soundtracks of Monster-in-Law (2005) and The Prince and Me (2004).


Year:
2004
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Life, it's ever so strange
It's so full of change
Think that you've worked it out 
Then BANG
Right out of the blue
Something happens to you
To throw you off course
And then you

Breakdown
Yeah you breakdown
Well don't you breakdown
Listen to me
Because

It's just a ride, it's just a ride
No need to run, no need to hide
It'll take you round and round
Sometimes you're up
Sometimes you're down
It's just a ride, it's just a ride
Don't be scared
Don't hide your eyes
It may feel so real inside
But don't forget it's just a ride

Truth, we don't want to hear
It's too much to take
Don't like to feel out of control
So we make our plans
Ten times a day
And when they don't go
Our way we

Breakdown
Yeah we breakdown
Well don't you breakdown
Listen to me
Because

It's just a ride, it's just a ride
No need to run, no need to hide
It'll take you round and round
Sometimes you're up
Sometimes you're down
It's just a ride, it's just a ride
Don't be scared
Don't hide your eyes
It may feel so real inside
But don't forget it's just a ride

Slowly, oh so very slowly
Except that
There's no getting off
So live it, just gotta go with it
Cause this ride's, never gonna stop

Breakdown
Don't you breakdown
No need to breakdown
No need at all
Because

It's just a ride, it's just a ride
No need to run, no need to hide
It'll take you all around
Sometimes you're up
Sometimes you're down
It's just a ride, it's just a ride
Don't be scared now
Dry your eyes
It may feel so real inside
But don't forget enjoy the ride

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Jem

Jemma Griffiths (born 18 May 1975, in Penarth, Wales), better known as Jem, is a Welsh singer-songwriter. Her debut album, Finally Woken, includes elements of rock, new wave-styled electronica and trip-hop. Along with electronic producer Guy Sigsworth (Björk, Frou Frou), she wrote the song "Nothing Fails", which was later re-worked by Madonna and appeared on her 2003 American Life album. Her second album Down to Earth was released on 16 September 2008. more »

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Written by: JEM GRIFFITHS, MIKE CAREN, HOWARD DAVID BLAKE

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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13 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Just a Ride" by Jem is a pop song with elements of electronic and trip hop style.
Release
The song was released in the UK as the second single from Jem's debut album "Finally Woken" on March 13, 2005.
Chart Performance
The song reached number 16 on the UK Singles Chart, making it her most successful single to date.
Album Info
"Just a Ride" was the opening track on Jem's album, setting the tone for her unique blend of pop, R&B, soul, and electronic music.
Inspiration
The song was reportedly influenced by Jem's life experiences, with the theme suggesting that life is just a ride, full of ups and downs.
Music Video
The music video for "Just a Ride" was directed by Max & Dania, who had previously worked with prominent artists like Mariah Carey and Westlife.
Soundtrack Use
"Just a Ride" has appeared in several television series, including "Grey’s Anatomy" and "Desperate Housewives."
Characteristics
The song is known for its upbeat tempo, catchy tune and thought-provoking lyrics.
Live Performances
Jem has performed "Just a Ride" at various events and venues, highlighting her compelling live presence.
Fan Reception
Despite not topping the charts, "Just a Ride" has received positive reviews from fans and critics alike, often being cited as a standout track from "Finally Woken".
Songwriting
Jem co-wrote the song with producer Yoad Nevo, revealing her talent not just as a vocalist, but also as a songwriter.
Bill Hicks Sample
The song contains a voice-over sample from American comedian Bill Hicks, offering a philosophical perspective to the lyrics.
Anthems for a Seventeen Year Old Girl Remix
The song also has a popular remix called "Anthems for a Seventeen Year Old Girl."

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