Ride My See-Saw
The Moody Blues
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Ride, ride my see-saw, Take this place On this trip Just for me. Ride, take a free ride, Take my place Have my seat It's for free. I worked like a slave for years, Sweat so hard just to end my fears. Not to end my life a poor man, But by now, I know I should have run. Run, run my last race, Take my place Have this number Of mine. Run, run like a fire, Don't you run in In the lanes Run for time. Left school with a first class pass, Started work but as second class. School taught one and one is two. But right now, that answer just ain't true. Ah ah ah ah, ah ah ah ah, ah ah ah ah ah Ah ah ah ah, ah ah ah ah, ah ah ah ah ah My world is spinning around, Everything is lost that I found. People run, come ride with me, Let's find another place that's free. Ride, ride my see-saw, Take this place On this trip Just for me. Ride, take a free ride, Take my place Have my seat It's for free. Ride, my see-saw. Ride, ride, ride, my see-saw. Ride, my see-saw...
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Written by: CHARLES LODGE JOHN, JOHN LODGE
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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11 facts about this song
Band Background"Ride My See-Saw" is a song by the British rock band The Moody Blues. Formed in 1964, the band is often credited with helping to establish the progressive rock genre.
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Release DateThe track was released in 1968 as part of the band's second studio album "In Search of the Lost Chord."
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Song CreditsThe upbeat song was written and composed by band member John Lodge.
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Chart PerformanceDespite being one of the band's most popular songs, "Ride My See-Saw" only reached number 61 on the U.S Billboard Hot 100 chart and did not chart in the UK where the band was based.
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Album Preview"Ride My See-Saw" was not only a part of the album but also used as the promotional single to tease the upcoming album.
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Live PerformancesThe song became a staple at The Moody Blues’ concerts, often serving as the closing song during their live performances.
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LyricsThe lyrics to "Ride My See-Saw" are said to represent the ups and downs of life, cleverly symbolized through the metaphor of a playground see-saw.
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InstrumentsUnlike traditional rock music that heavily emphasizes electric guitars, "Ride My See-Saw" uniquely incorporates mellotron, tambourine and cello.
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LegacyAlthough it wasn't a hit upon its initial release, "Ride My See-Saw" has since gained recognition as a classic, and it's often cited as a fan favorite in The Moody Blues' discography.
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Cover VersionsThe song was covered by various artists including Deadsy, a synth-based pop band, and was featured on their album "Commencement."
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Album's Theme"In Search of the Lost Chord," the album featuring "Ride My See-Saw," is known for its themes of philosophical questing, spiritual discovery, and introspection.
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