Warren Zeiders - Ride The Lightning (717 Tapes) Direct

The phrase "ride the lightning" is often used as slang for execution by the electric chair—a term originally coined by Stephen King in his novel The Stand . The lyrics tell a dark story of a man facing his final judgment at midnight, walking the thin line between damnation and salvation. Mortality, fate, and redemption.

Striking Gold: The Story Behind Warren Zeiders' "Ride The Lightning" Warren Zeiders - Ride The Lightning (717 Tapes)

The song holds a special place in Zeiders' discography as the very first song he ever wrote in Nashville. Working via Zoom from a manager's guest bedroom, Zeiders co-wrote the track with and Rob Crosby . Its gritty, stripped-down sound—featuring only Zeiders' commanding baritone and an acoustic guitar—resonated with fans of artists like Tyler Childers and Zach Bryan. Release Date: June 25, 2021 The phrase "ride the lightning" is often used