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A Man” is the story of someone who’s walked through hell and came out changed. Calm, quiet, and steady, he doesn’t move like everyone else because he’s already fought battles no one knows about. This track is raw and honest, built from scars and soul. I’m tired of people telling me how to write and sing — I am Outlaw Country, and I stand my ground. What you hear in this song is survival, truth, and fire-forged grit. Nothing polished, nothing fake — just a man, and the sound of his soul.

A Man

Kickin’ Back (Alan Jackson & Jimmy Buffett Duet)
Lyrics By: Thomas W. Peterson AKA RedHeart 
 ©COPYRIGHT 9-29-25 All Rights Reserved ©

Live Intro – Call & Response

Alan (grinning):
“Hey y’all, you ready to take it easy tonight?”

Crowd: YEEAAAH!

Jimmy:
“When I say Kickin’, you say Back!”

Call & Response (x2):
Jimmy: Kickin’!
Crowd: BACK!
Jimmy: Kickin’!
Crowd: BACK!

Alan (with a chuckle):
“Now that’s the spirit — cold drinks, warm nights, and no worries in sight!”



[Alan – Verse 1]
Well the week’s been long and the work’s been tough,
But the fishin’ pole’s ready, I’ve had enough.
Sun’s settin’ down on this small beach town,
Got a cooler of beer and my chair nailed down.

[Pre-Chorus – Alan]
Ain’t no boss man here to track me down,
Just the sound of the surf and this laid-back town.

[Chorus – Alan & Crowd]
We’re just kickin’ back, let the tide roll on,
Singin’ along to a Buffett song.
Life’s too short to worry ‘bout that,
So tonight we’re kickin’ back.

⸻

[Jimmy – Verse 2]
Now I’ve sailed a few miles, I’ve chased the sun,
From Key West waters to the Gulf and beyond.
But the best kind of treasure ain’t silver or gold,
It’s a hammock in the shade and a story retold.

[Pre-Chorus – Jimmy]
So pour me some rum with a splash of lime,
We’ll toast to the moment and forget the time.

[Chorus – Jimmy & Crowd]
We’re just kickin’ back, where the palm trees sway,
Watchin’ all the worries drift away.
Life’s too short to worry ‘bout that,
So tonight we’re kickin’ back.

⸻

[Bridge – Alan & Jimmy trading lines]
Alan: Some folks chase money, some chase fame…
Jimmy: Me, I’ll chase sunsets and never complain.
Alan: If the good Lord’s willin’ and the warm breeze blows…
Jimmy: You’ll find us both here where the cold beer flows.

Alan: “I said we’re just kickin’…”
Crowd: “BACK!”
Jimmy: “Kickin’…”
Crowd: “BACK!”

[Final Chorus – Together, big singalong]
We’re just kickin’ back, let the tide roll on,
Singin’ along to our favorite song.
Life’s too short to worry ‘bout that,
So tonight we’re kickin’ back.
Yeah, tonight we’re kickin’ back, with a beer in hand,
Good friends around and a honky-tonk band.
Raise ‘em up, y’all, here’s to that —
Life is good… kickin’ back.

Kickin' Back 9-30-25

My New Album Delta Dusk & Soul will be releases on a streaming platforms November 6th. This is a sneak preview for SoundCloud only. Let me know what is your most memorable song!

Thank You for Today

“Rise Unbroken” is my comeback song — not just another track, but my way of saying sorry to my fans. For a while, I let others shape my sound and pull me away from what was real. But Delta Dusk & Soul reminded me who I am — an outlaw country soul artist who writes from the heart, not from the crowd.

This song is me takin’ back my voice. Every line comes from the dirt, the wind, and the truth I nearly lost. No more chasing trends — just raw, honest music again.

This is my comeback.
This is my soul.
– Stephen Ryder

Rise Unbroken

[Verse 1]
That night we drag-raced tractors down County Road 10,
Bobby lost a tire but still hung on to win.
The streetlights shook  we laid it down,
Engines screamed outside of town.
Got no proof but we sure owned it
no phones out, no cameras rollin’,
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[Chorus]
If all those hell-raisin’ nights we powered through (powered through)
Were filmed, streamed, or thrown up on YouTube (thrown on YouTube)
We’d have fat checks, merch, our own back-road show (back-road show)
We’ve been sittin’ on some redneck gold.
Yeah, every stunt, every dare, and every “holy cow” (holy cow)
We’d all be famous by now.

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[Verse 2]
We’re linin’ up trucks where the gravel bends,
The tailgate drops, so let the games begin.
Revved ’em up down that county line,
Bet ten bucks I'd beat your time.
Laughin’ hard ’til the cops roll through,
Wave ’em off like we always do.
Ain’t growin’ up, never learned how,
Still runnin’ wide  burnin’ it down.

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[Chorus]
If all those hell-raisin’ nights we powered through (powered through)
Were filmed, streamed, or thrown up on YouTube (thrown on YouTube)
We’d have fat checks, merch, our own back-road show (back-road show)
We’ve been sittin’ on some redneck gold.
Yeah, every stunt, every dare, and every “holy cow,”
We’d all be famous by now.
We’d be famous by now.

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[Final Chorus / Outro]
If all those hell-raisin’ nights we powered through (powered through)
Hit TikTok, Snap, or the evenin’ news (evenin’ news)
We’d have fat checks, merch, our own back-road show (back-road show)
We’ve been sittin’ on some redneck gold.
Every stunt, every dare, and every “holy cow,”
We’d all be famous —
We’d all be famous by now!
We’d all be famous by now.

We'd all be famous by now

Grandpas Legacy

I Didn't Come Here To Leave

Boots On The Ground

Stephen Ryder is a country artist with a storyteller’s heart, weaving real-life experiences into heartfelt, powerful songs. His music blends traditional country with modern influences, creating songs that speak to love, life, and the journey in between. 

With a growing catalog of music, Stephen continues to share songs that resonate with listeners, whether it’s a heartfelt ballad, a foot-stomping anthem, or a reflective tune about life’s unexpected roads. His dedication to authenticity and storytelling makes his music a perfect fit for country radio and beyond. Follow me on Spotify!  

https://open.spotify.com/artist/60jKjrPsJ9Z43m0qF60S74?si=ayZTWLy5T5udCZ1y1hhYlA

A Man

Stephen Ryder

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