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"Tightrope Ride" is a song by the American rock band The Doors released as a single in 1971.
Lyrics
The lyrics address Morrison's self-destructive lifestyle.[2]
Reception
Record World said the song was a "knockout rouser that amply demonstrates the band's ability to rock on successfully with other voices."[3] Rock and Folk said it sounded like 60's rhythm 'n' blues.[4] Cashbox called ita "cut which should have no trouble proving that the group is an eternal on both singles and album charts. A mover, start to finish."[5]
Release
Ray Manzarek chose Tightrope Ride and Ships w/ Sails as the singles as they were his favorite songs from Other Voices.[6]
Personnel
Per album liner notes[7] and author John Tobler where noted:
The Doors
- Ray Manzarek – vocals[8], keyboards, production
- Robby Krieger – vocals, guitar[8], production
- John Densmore – drums, production
Additional personnel
- Jack Conrad – bass guitar
Charts
| Chart | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Canada Top Singles (RPM)[9] | 56 |
| Netherlands (Single Top 100)[10] | 23 |
| US Billboard Hot 100[11] | 71 |
| US Cashbox Top 100 Singles[12] | 64 |
References
- ^ Unrolled Stone - Abridged Edition (book). Books on Demand. 2016. p. 97. ISBN 978-3-7392-1699-7.
- ^ Gaar, Gillian G. (2015-04-25). The Doors: The Illustrated History. Voyageur Press. p. 125. ISBN 978-1-62788-705-2.
- ^ "Picks of the Week" (PDF). Record World. December 4, 1971. p. 1. Retrieved 2024-06-27.
- ^ Rock et Folk (2023). Rock et Folk Hors Série Collection N°24 – The Doors. p. 111.
- ^ "Cash Box Picks of the Week for November 27, 1971" (PDF). Cashbox. 1971-11-27. p. 20. Retrieved February 17, 2025.
- ^ Weidman, Rich (2011-10-01). The Doors FAQ: All That's Left to Know About the Kings of Acid Rock. Backbeat Books. ISBN 978-1-61713-110-3.
- ^ Other Voices (Liner notes). The Doors. US: Elektra Records. 1971. EKS-75017.
- ^ a b Tobler, John (1984). The Doors. Internet Archive. Proteus. ISBN 978-0-86276-070-0.
- ^ "Top RPM Singles: Issue 5329." RPM. Library and Archives Canada. Retrieved February 17, 2025.
- ^ "The Doors – Tightrope Ride" (in Dutch). Single Top 100. Retrieved February 17, 2025.
- ^ "The Doors Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved February 17, 2025.
- ^ "CASH BOX Top 100 Singles" (PDF). Cashbox. January 1, 1972. Retrieved February 17, 2025.
