Best Bad Idea
Alex Wilson (feat. Ryan Tedder - BGV/Co-Writer)
Description
"Best Bad Idea" is an electrifying dance-pop anthem about embracing impulsive decisions and the thrill of the moment. Alex Wilson's energetic vocals, paired with Ryan Tedder's signature soaring background vocals and co-writing, create a captivating blend of pop-rock edge and arena-ready soundscapes. The song explores the exhilarating feeling of throwing caution to the wind and diving headfirst into a potentially disastrous, yet irresistibly exciting, situation. It celebrates the idea that sometimes the best memories are made when we deviate from the plan and follow our hearts, even if it means facing the consequences later. With its driving beat, catchy synth melodies, and powerful vocal harmonies, "Best Bad Idea" is an anthem for anyone who has ever felt the pull of temptation and the desire to break free from the ordinary.
Lyrics
[Intro] [Synth Arp, 4-on-the-Floor Kick] (Ryan: Hey! You feel that?) (Alex: Yeah, feels like trouble) Reverse cymbal riser into drop on 1. Four on the floor kick, sub bass pulse. [Verse 1] I should be home, I should be sleeping, I should be saving All the good decisions for the life I’m craving. But you walk in hot like a fire alarm in a silk dress And my 9-volt heart says, “Yeah, this is a test.” Got a paper-thin alibi, printed it out, tore it in two I know all the rules, baby, I invented a few. But tonight the map is crumpled, the brakes are shot— Whatever you’re selling, I’m buying the whole lot. [Pre-Chorus] The little voice is screaming, “No, no, no!” But the good advice is three hours slow. There’s a sign above my head, flashing bold: This is the story that was meant to be told. [Chorus] You are my **best bad idea** (Hey!) Worst-case scenario, yeah, I’m volunteering here. I paid the **damage deposit**—I won’t cry, I’m here for the moment that just touched the sky. If I wake up broke, I’ll still say it clear: You are my **best bad idea** (Yeah!) (Ryan/Gang: Best bad idea!) [Post-Chorus] [Vocals Chopped, Synth Lead] Oh-oh-oh, **bad idea**, so good. (Clap!) Oh-oh-oh, **bad idea**, understood. (Ryan/Gang: Bad idea!) [Verse 2] Said I’d quit calling after 1 A.M., said I’d quit calling Now it’s 2:15 and the city’s stalling. We’re too old for sneaking out, too young for settling down Found the key to the chaos that keeps spinning this town. You leave a lipstick stain on my white T, I wear it like a crown I’m done trying to edit, watch the filter fall down. The universe is winking, so what if we crash? I’ve got peace in my pocket, I’m ready to cash the scratch. [Pre-Chorus] The little voice is screaming, “No, no, no!” But the good advice is three hours slow. There’s a sign above my head, flashing bold: This is the story that was meant to be told. [Chorus] You are my **best bad idea** (Hey!) Worst-case scenario, yeah, I’m volunteering here. I paid the **damage deposit**—I won’t cry, I’m here for the moment that just touched the sky. If I wake up broke, I’ll still say it clear: You are my **best bad idea** (Yeah!) (Ryan/Gang: Best bad idea!) [Bridge] [Half-Time, Stripped Drum Beat, Vocal Focus] (Alex) Let the headlines write the warnings, let the world say “shame,” The only thing that matters is the way you say my name. (Ryan) If a good life’s a straight line, then a great life’s a curve, We’re hitting the red button that the manual preserves. (Alex/Ryan/Gang) One, two, three—we break the rule with a beautiful sound! (Drum Roll Riser) [Final Chorus] [Key Lift to F# Major, Full Band + Choir] You are my **best bad idea** (OH, YEAH!) Worst-case scenario, yeah, I’m volunteering here. I doubled the **damage deposit**—I won’t cry, I’m here for the moment that just touched the sky. If I wake up broke, I’ll still say it clear: You are my **best bad idea** (Yeah!) (Choir: Best bad idea!) [Outro] [Drop, Synth Lead + Chopped Vox] Best bad idea— Idea—idea— **Best. Bad. Idea.** (Ryan: We're doing this.) (Kick, Fade out on reverb tail.)