"Wicked Ride" captures the chaos and uncertainty of navigating life's challenges, offering a gripping portrayal of human vulnerability and resilience. The lyrics weave through themes of fear, disillusionment, and the search for meaning amidst a turbulent existence. The repeated imagery of being lost and haunted emphasizes the struggle to find clarity and purpose, while the ultimate call to unity and self-reflection inspires hope for a better way forward. As the penultimate track, the song serves as a pivotal moment of introspection, balancing despair with the determination to learn and grow, creating a powerful anthem for those facing their own "wicked ride."

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This place in time
Something's not quite right
The more we try
The more we want to end this ride

Now we all die someday
But today is not our day

Here we are
Broken and scared
Not quite learning
Trying to find the meaning
In this wicked ride

Can’t seem to see through these trees
Need something here to guide us
To put our minds at [ease]

Oh god
Mistakes made
And prices paid

In this dream
We can't break free
These thoughts are
Haunting me

Here we are
In the dark
Not quite learning
Barely holding on to
This wicked ride

We are all lost 
Need to find one another
Navigate without all this hate
Come to terms with lessons learned

Here we are with a new start
Find the meaning in this wicked life

Volume Two

Wicked Ride

A lot has happened over the last year. Santa has been approached by multiple interested parties who are interested in licensing his software for their own projects and holidays, and now he even has a reformed partner who has identified several opportunities for improvements.

Christmas Special Pt. 4: New Partners & Licensing

Lessons Learned Produced by SyNTh0
Written by SyNTH0 [Pete Sandoval]
2025 R&B/Hip Hop

Lessons Learned [Lyrics]
[Verse 1]
You had my heart in your hands, but you just fumbled 
Told you I was all in, but you let us crumble
Late nights on the phone, I gave you all my soul
But you were out there wildin', couldn’t leave those games alone
Tried to build a castle, but you brought the sand
Turned love to a war, girl, you broke the plan
Every lie, every excuse, now I see the truth
You were never ready for the love I was giving you

[Hook]
I had some bridges I had to burn
Some pages I had to turn, it's all part of the lessons learned
You could’ve been the queen to my throne
But now you’re sitting there, all alone
I had some bridges I had to burn
Some Pages I had to turn, it's all part of the lessons learned
You don't deserve to be part of my home,  Now just sit there girl, all alone

[Verse 2]
Said you loved me, but your actions didn’t match your words
Had me questioning my worth, girl, that shit really hurt
Caught you in the lies, but I let it slide
Thinking maybe love would heal what was broken inside
But you chose the streets over what we had
You let a real one go, now you looking back
Yeah, you lost a diamond chasing shiny stones
I gave you love, now all I got is scars and poems

[Hook]
I had some bridges I had to burn
Some pages I had to turn, it's all part of the lessons learned
You could’ve been the queen to my throne
But now you’re sitting there, all alone
I had some bridges I had to burn
Some Pages I had to turn, it's all part of the lessons learned
You don't deserve to be part of my home,  Now just sit there girl, all alone

[Verse 3]
I ain’t bitter, nah, I’m just better now
You showed me what I don’t need, so I’m stepping out
On to bigger, better things, yeah, I’m chasing dreams
You’re a chapter in my story, not the whole damn theme
You thought I’d fall apart, thought I’d beg to stay
But I’m stronger than your games, girl, I walked away
I hope you find yourself in the mess you made
‘Cause I’m done with the drama, done with the charade

[Bridge]
You’ll remember the love that you threw away
When you see me shining, living better days
No more tears, no more pain
I found my peace after walking through the flames

[Hook]
I had some bridges I had to burn
Some pages I had to turn, it's all part of the lessons learned
You could’ve been the queen to my throne
But now you’re sitting there, all alone
I had some bridges I had to burn
Some Pages I had to turn, it's all part of the lessons learned
You don't deserve to be part of my home,  Now just sit there girl, all alone

[Verse 4]
Now I’m with someone who matches my vibe
She’s loyal, she’s honest, she stands by my side
She don’t play games, she’s a real one
Everything you could’ve been, but it’s said and done
So keep your fake apologies, I don’t need closure
You were the storm, but I found my composure
This is my goodbye, my final word
Thank you for the pain, it was a lesson learned

[Outro]
They say the best is yet to come, but for you the best just passed you by
I'll live with my truths, while you live your lie.


bridges I had to burn
Some pages I had to turn, it's all part of the lessons learned
You could’ve been the queen to my throne
But now you’re sitting there, all alone
I had some bridges I had to burn
Some Pages I had to turn, it's all part of the lessons learned
You don't deserve to be part of my home,  Now just sit there girl, all alone

[Verse 4]
Now I’m with someone who matches my vibe
She’s loyal, she’s honest, she stands by my side
She don’t play games, she’s a real one
Everything you could’ve been, but it’s said and done
So keep your fake apologies, I don’t need closure
You were the storm, but I found my composure
This is my goodbye, my final word
Thank you for the pain, it was a lesson learned

[Outro]
They say the best is yet to come, but for you the best just passed you by
I'll live with my truths, while you live your lie.

Lessons Learned

Lessons Learned Prod SyNTh0

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