Ride!
Dee Dee Sharp
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Let's pony again (Get it, get it, get it, get it, get it) I'm gonna get on my pony and ride (Ride) Ride (Ride) Ride I'm gonna get on my pony and ride (Ride) 'Til you're by my side Now, you can shake, shout, stop and smile And you can run the quarter horse Or ride 'Til you're by my side Well, get it (Get it, get it, get it, get it) Pony, baby (Get it, get it, get it, get it) Shake it, baby (Get it, get it, get it, get it) Come on and pony with me (Get it, get it, get it, get it, get it, get it, get it) I'm gonna get on my pony and ride (Ride) Ride (Ride) Ride (Ride) I'm gonna swing me a lasso and ride (Ride) 'Til you're roped and tied Now, you can shake, shout, stop and smile And you can jump, thump, all in stride Or ride 'Til you're by my side Well, get it (Get it, get it, get it, get it) Pony, baby (Get it, get it, get it, get it) Shake it, baby (Get it, get it, get it, get it) Come on and pony with me (Get it, get it, get it, get it, get it, get it, get it) Pony with me Well, get it (Get it, get it, get it, get it) Pony, baby (Get it, get it, get it, get it) Shake it, baby (Get it, get it, get it, get it) Come on and pony with me (Get it, get it, get it, get it, get it, get it, get it) I'm gonna get on my pony and ride (Ride) Ride (Ride) Ride (Ride) I'm gonna get on my pony and ride (Ride) 'Til you're by my side Now, you can shake, shout, stop and smile And you can run the quarter horse Or ride 'Til you're by my side Come on and get it (Get it, get it, get it, get it) Pony, baby (Get it, get it, get it, get it) Shake it, baby (Get it, get it, get it, get it) Come on and pony with me (Get it, get it, get it, get it, get it, get it, get it)
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Written by: Chad Alan Gracey, Chad David Taylor, Edward Joel Kowalczyk, Patrick Dahlheimer
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Artist Details"Ride!" was performed by American singer Dee Dee Sharp. Born as Dione LaRue, the artist adopted her stage name in reference to her sharp-witted personality.
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Genre ClassificationThe song can be classified under the rhythm and blues (R&B) genre, which is a blend of gospel and jazz known for its strong, emotive vocals.
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Release Details"Ride!" was released in 1962 and is one of the breakout hits of Dee Dee Sharp’s career.
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Popularity"Ride!" reached number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100, showcasing its immense popularity at the time of release.
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Dance PhenomenonThe song is associated with the popular ‘60s dance phenomenon, the Pony dance. The lyrics encourage listeners to "do the pony ride", indicating its connection to this dance trend.
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Collaboration"Ride!" saw the artistic collaboration of Dee Dee Sharp with the successful American songwriting and production team, Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff.
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Album AssociationThe song is included in her debut studio album "It's Mashed Potato Time", which was also a commercial success.
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Cultural ImpactThe song, along with Sharp's other hits, played a crucial role in defining the early 1960s Philly Soul and dance-floor pop scene.
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Follow-up Single"Ride!" was released as a follow-up to her hit song "Mashed Potato Time", which further cemented her status as a leading figure in the R&B genre during the 60s.
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RecognitionAlthough often overshadowed by her ever-popular "Mashed Potato Time", "Ride!" is considered a classic by R&B enthusiasts and continues to be appreciated for its nostalgic value.
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