I think I’m gonna be sad
I think it’s today, yeah
The girl that’s driving me mad
Is going away
She’s got a ticket to ride
She’s got a ticket to ride
She’s got a ticket to ride
But she don’t care
She said that living with me
Is bringing her down, yeah
For she would never be free
When I was around
She’s got a ticket to ride
She’s got a ticket to ride
She’s got a ticket to ride
But she don’t care
I don’t know why she’s riding so high
She ought to think twice
She ought to do right by me
Before she gets to saying goodbye
She ought to think twice
She ought to do right by me
I think I’m gonna be sad
I think it’s today, yeah
The girl that’s driving me mad
Is going away, yeah
Oh, she’s got a ticket to ride
She’s got a ticket to ride
She’s got a ticket to ride
But she don’t care
I don’t know why she’s riding so high
She ought to think twice
She ought to do right by me
Before she gets to saying goodbye
She ought to think twice
She ought to do right by me
She said that living with me
Is bringing her down, yeah
For she would never be free
When I was around
Ah, she’s got a ticket to ride
She’s got a ticket to ride
She’s got a ticket to ride
But she don’t care
My baby don’t care, my baby don’t care
My baby don’t care, my baby don’t care
My baby don’t care, my baby don’t care (fade out)
Heartbreak on the Move
“Ticket To Ride” by The Beatles captures the emotional turbulence of a relationship on the brink of collapse. The recurring refrain, “She’s got a ticket to ride, but she don’t care,” highlights the sense of detachment and finality as the protagonist’s partner decides to leave. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of confusion and sorrow, as the narrator struggles to understand why his love interest feels trapped and unfulfilled. The combination of repetitive lines and somber tone underlines both the weight of loss and the inevitability of change.
Emotional Honesty and Independence
The song stands out for its honest portrayal of heartache and the complexities of letting go. While the protagonist wishes for his partner to reconsider, her decision to leave is a declaration of independence and self-liberation. This duality between longing and acceptance gives “Ticket To Ride” its enduring appeal, resonating with anyone who has experienced the bittersweet pain of goodbye.
Song Credits
Songwriters: John Lennon, Paul McCartney
Release Year: 1965
Label: Parlophone