This song is about the destructive power of love, how it can burn you to a cinder and leave you as an empty shell, waiting to welcome the darkness..

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“Back For Me” is a quiet, powerful meditation on the humility and grace that come when a lost love finds its way home—years, even decades, after goodbye. It’s not a song about regret. It’s a song about enduring love—the kind that lives in silence, matures with time, and returns not with fanfare, but with truth.

With aching vocals and a timeless folk-rock arrangement, Tim Cooney captures the emotional reckoning of being seen again by someone who once knew your soul—and still does. Part of The Journeyman soundtrack, this track echoes the memoir’s central theme: it’s never too late to begin again.

The Journeyman Vol II

Back For Me

There comes a time in life where you have to make a decision. Welcome to the Crossroads. 

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“Special Occasion” is a rousing, heart-on-sleeve folk-rock anthem about quitting the habit of saving your best for “someday.” Sung by a guy who finally figures out that scuffed boots, spilled wine, and Tuesday-night tuxedo T-shirts are worth it because simply being alive is the only red-carpet event that matters. It’s equal parts wake-up call and celebration; perfect for singing loud with the windows down or slow-dancing in the kitchen.

Special Occasion

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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!  

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