Rancid

Lyrics

[Verse 1: Tim Armstrong]
Echoes of reggae
Comin' through my bedroom wall
Havin' a party up next door
But I'm sittin' here all alone
Two lovers in the bedroom
And the other started to shout
All I got is this blank stare
And that don't carry no clout at all
Go

[Chorus]
Destination unknown
Ruby, Ruby, Ruby, Ruby Soho
Destination unknown
Ruby, Ruby, Ruby, Ruby Soho

[Verse 2: Tim Armstrong]
He's singin'
And she's there to lend a hand
He's seen his name on the marquee
But she will never understand
Once again he's leavin'
And she's there with a tear in her eye
Embraces with a warm gesture, it's time
Time to say goodbye
[Chorus]
Destination unknown
Ruby, Ruby, Ruby, Ruby Soho
Destination unknown
Ruby, Ruby, Ruby, Ruby Soho

[Interlude]

[Verse 3: Tim Armstrong]
Ruby's heart ain't beatin'
'Cause she knows the feelin' is gone
She's not the only one who knew that
There's somethin' wrong
Her lover's in the distance
As she wipes a tear from her eye
Ruby's fadin' out, she disappears
It's time, time to say goodbye

[Chorus]
Destination unknown
Ruby, Ruby, Ruby, Ruby Soho
Destination unknown
Ruby, Ruby, Ruby, Ruby Soho

[Bridge]
Ruby, Ruby, Ruby, Ruby Soho
Ruby, Ruby, Ruby, Ruby Soho
Ruby, Ruby, Ruby, Ruby Soho
Ruby, Ruby, Ruby, Ruby Soho
[Outro]
(Ruby, Ruby, Ruby, Ruby Soho) Destination unknown
Ruby, Ruby, Ruby, Ruby Soho
(Ruby, Ruby, Ruby, Ruby Soho) Destination unknown
Ruby, Ruby, Ruby, Ruby Soho

Ruby Soho by Rancid is a song that tells the story of a girl named Ruby, who falls in love with a punk rocker. The song describes a scene at a party where the narrator sees Ruby and her lover. It is implied that Ruby's lover is often away on tour and is not present at the party. The song is a reflection of the feelings that Ruby experiences as she comes to terms with the reality that her love is no longer reciprocated. After realizing that her partner's attention is elsewhere, Ruby decides that it is time to move on.

About Ruby Soho

The song features a variety of musical elements that are characteristic of Rancid's punk rock style, including catchy melodies, fast-paced drum beats, and distorted guitar riffs. The song was a commercial success for the band and is considered one of their most popular songs.

The lyrics of the song are clearly about the end of a relationship and the realization that it is time to move on. The lyrics describe the narrator's perception of Ruby and her lover's failing relationship. It seems that Ruby has come to the realization that she must let her lover go. The lyrics offer a sense of melancholy and sadness with lines like "When I find my ruby in this train yard" and "When I found my Ruby lying in the street." They convey a sense of loss and regret, lending a poignant and relatable quality to the story of love gone wrong.

The song's chorus is particularly memorable, with the repetition of the line "Ruby, Ruby, Ruby, Ruby Soho" immediately recognizable to anyone familiar with Rancid's music. The repetition of the hook adds to its catchy quality and makes it hard to forget.

Interestingly, the song also has a connection to professional wrestling. Ruby Soho, the namesake of the song, was formerly known as Ruby Riott in WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment). Her move to AEW (All Elite Wrestling) was accompanied by the use of the song as her new entrance music. Wrestling fans have embraced the song and its connection to Ruby Soho, making it a unique part of both the wrestling and music communities.

Ruby Soho is truly a timeless classic that has stood the test of time. It is a song that continues to be loved by fans, both old and new. Rancid showcases their skill in crafting songs with catchy hooks and punk rock elements that move their listeners beyond the genre's boundaries and into the realm where emotion and introspection collide. The story of Ruby Soho is one that is familiar to many, and the way it is presented influences us to reflect on our own experiences and emotions.

• Release Date: August 22, 1995
• Artist: Rancid