Ride the Wind (song)
1991 single by Poison
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"Ride the Wind" is a song by American glam metal band Poison. It was the third single from the group's 1990 studio album Flesh & Blood, released on Capitol.
| "Ride the Wind" | ||||
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| Single by Poison | ||||
| from the album Flesh and Blood | ||||
| Released | January 21, 1991 | |||
| Recorded | 1990 | |||
| Genre | Glam metal[1] | |||
| Length | 3:51 | |||
| Label | Capitol | |||
| Songwriters | ||||
| Producer | Bruce Fairbairn | |||
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| Music videos | ||||
| "Ride the Wind" on YouTube | ||||
Background
The track is one of several that reflects the band's maturing songwriting. The lyrics are similar to those found in Western music.[2]
"Ride the Wind" reached number 25 on the mainstream rock charts and the 38 position on the Billboard Hot 100.
Lyrics
The song's lyrics are about being free, and focuses on the lifestyle of American bikers. It's also meant to represent the urge for adventure. It also features themes of rebellion and resilience.
Music video
The music video for the song consists of footage from the Poison's Flesh & Blood tour. It features sequences of the band performing onstage, as well as backstage scenes and shots of the audiences (especially of female fans). Majority of the footage was Filmed at Freedom Hall in Louisville KY on December 1st 1990 and the Former Joe Louis Arena in Detroit MI on December 2nd 1990.
Albums
"Ride the Wind" appears on the following albums:
Charts
| Chart (1991) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Australia (ARIA)[3] | 113 |
| Canada Top Singles (RPM)[4] | 31 |
| US Billboard Hot 100[5] | 38 |
| US Mainstream Rock (Billboard)[6] | 25 |
