The Secret Life of the American Teenager - The Band Geeks (Amy/Ricky) #10:B/C ten threads later and we still love them!

Ron_Beckett · 01-17-2009, 09:25 PM

Welcome to the 10th RickyღAmy Appreciation Thread

A 15 year-old freshman. She plays the French horn in the band. Amy is pregnant by Ricky after a one-night stand with him at band camp. She dated Ben, and married him in the episode, " The Secret Wedding of the American Teenager". However, because the two married using fake IDs, the marriage was not legal and thus Amy retains both her single status and her maiden name. She is very intelligent, yet very naive and retains a childlike innocence despite carrying a baby.-wikipedia

A promiscuous sophomore. He was sexually abused by his father as a child and is now in foster care. He is the drummer in the school band. He's Adrian's ex-boyfriend and is currently dating Grace, although he continues to sleep with Adrian behind Grace's back. He sees a therapist - Dr. Ken Fields - to deal with his issues. He falsely stated that he wants to become a born-again Christian in order to try to seduce Grace. His father returns in episode 3 of season 2. He is the father of Amy's baby.-wikepedia

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01. Because her innocence is enough to soften him.
02. Because one night will forever bind them together.
03. Because they make music together.
04. Because he wants to be there for their child.
05. Because he is trying to be a better man so he can help her.
06. Because they're having a baby together.
07. Because he's learning about babies and stuff.
08. Because he asked for her number.
09. Because things between the "just happened".
10. Because who knew the school band could drum up so much heat?
11. Because he is the bad-boy to her good-girl.
12. Because neither of them will forget that night at band camp!
13. Because opposites attract!
14. Because he smiled at her from across the dance floor.
15. Because she lost her virginity to him.
16. Because they both need a rock to lean on.
17. Because they would be a good looking couple.
18. Because he wants her to keep the baby.
19. Because he knows Ben is not her type.
20. Because he asked who she was seeing.
21. Because he doesn't want the mother of his child ridiculed.
22. Because he stroked her face in the pilot and then smirked.
23. Because both of them can't stop thinking about one another.
24. Because he helped her put her French Horn case up on the shelf.
25. Because he went over to her house to talk.
26. Because he didn't want to talk without an adult chaperone.
27. Because she could have the real thing.
28. Because he IS interested in that 'child'!
29. Because he was upset when she turned him down.
30. Because he kept trying.
31. Because he knew exactly how long it had been since their night together.
32. Because she turned the tables and made HIM work for HER number.
33. Because he didn't want her to leave town.
34. Because he couldn't keep the promises he made to her dad.
35. Because he thinks he *does* want to be involved.
36. Because he's not sure he wants to talk to her either, but they have to talk.
37. Because he is the father of this child and he thinks he should have some say in what happens.
38. Because he knew when she was supposed to start her first day at her new school.
39. Because he talks to her whenever he wants.
40. Because he is willing to go to birthing classes if she wants him there.
41. Because he's trying to help her.
42. Because he can't pretend like this never happened.
43. Because he is a different person from the Ricky who got her pregnant.
44. Because he wanted to hold her hand.
45. Because he is sorry he got her into this 'mess'.
46. Because he sat down with her at lunch.
47. Because he asked her how her day was.
48. Because ten episodes later and he's STILL trying!
49. Because Ricky really WAS glad Amy went back to their school.
50. Because they have chemistry filled banter.
51. Because he doesn't hold back with Amy.
52. Because he knew when she was supposed to be starting her new school.
53. Because Amy doesn't back down with Ricky.
54. Because she cared enough about him to look up his condition online.
55. Because she now has a better understanding of how he became that way.
56. Because she sees how human he is.
57. Because they both favor the layered shirt look!
58. Because they have band together!
59. Because what she had with Ricky was more than just "a fling"
60. Because he noticed when she wasn't at band practice.
61. Because he did not clap at the wedding
62. Because Grace and Adrian thought he was marrying Amy
63. Because everyone is jealous of their connection
64. Because they're soulmates
65. Because Ricky has an "Amy look"
66. Because he's stepping up and fighting for the baby-and it's mother!
67. Because it totally does mean he should be with Amy
68. Because it's clear as day who Amy loves...Ricky!
69. Because he's the father of the baby so he's going to the wedding
70. Because he made Amy feel uncomfortable at her own wedding when the reverend pointed out her pregnancy
71. Because they're finally gonna get their first hug!
72. Because she melts into his arms
73. Because he wants to raise the baby together!
74. Because they are in high school.
75. Because Ricky's the father, he should do it.
76. Because Ricky is involved legally.
77. Because it's Ricky's baby, not Ben's.
78. Because Ricky wants to raise the baby together
79. Because we know that despite their fears they'll make good parents
80. Because our love for them continues to grow
81. Because getting married won't change anything, she's still having Ricky's baby
82. Because as Amy continues to grow, so does their relationship and undeniable chemistry
83. Because Ricky was uncomfortable at the wedding
84. Because Amy has a feeling in her gut that Ricky is not lying
85. Because he was totally honest that he didn't want the baby adopted
86. Because he apologized that his father showed up at Amy's
87. Because he knew who told her about his situation
88. Because he is not his father
89. Because Amy told her parents the truth about Ricky
90. Because Ricky was brought to tears during his conversation with Amy
91. Because despite the way the baby was conceived, Amy knows the baby will be okay
92. Because she stood up for him against her dad.
93. Because he suggested they raise the baby together.
94. Because Ricky will become apart of the Juergens family
95. Because he will not agree to having the baby adopted
96. Because Ricky thinks that what's best for the baby is to grow up in Amy's home with him going to see him or her
97. Because they will not have normal lives

Ricky & Amy sites ღ

The Amy Juergens & Ricky Underwood Community
Shailene Woodley Fansite
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ღFan-Fiction

One Step Forward by tragic-hellion
He wasn't a nice guy and she knew it, but everyone has their reasons for acting the way they do, don't they? Amy is willing to take a step in getting to know the real Ricky Underwood, just as he gets the courage to face up to his own responsibilities.

Ricky And Amy Forever by MeganMelodic
The journey of how Ricky and Amy find their way back to one another and mend the damage of the past. Mostly told through Amy's POV.

There Goes My Life by curlymonic1215
Ricky's thoughts on Amy's pregnancy...a song fic to Kenny Chesney's "There Goes My Life"

Cause We Don't Have To Be A Fairytale by BrucasIsTrueLove
Amy is doesn't trust Ricky and have some issues on letting him in, but when she finds out his secret will she let him in or will he mess up and end up being out of Amy's and his baby life forever?

A Hope For The Future by Anime Girl23
He'd known he was becoming a father for months, but it didn't actually hit him until it happened.

What Makes You Different by DramaQueen1316
Just Ricky Underwood expressing his true feelings for Amy. Kinda sappy but utterly romantic. Does Ricky love Amy after all this time? Ricky leaves Amy breathless so what does Amy do to Ricky?

Infinite Withdrawal by jc'amour
Like my hair, Ricky Underwood was brushing me out of his life. Pushing me away. What else could I expect from him? Oneshot.

From Rubble to Ritz by Haley's Comet
The birth of Amy's baby nearing, but she's having trouble figuring out the rest of her life. Just as she tries to cut Ricky out, he claws his way back in. Will she choose the father of her child, or a guy who has always been there for her?

If You Asked Me To by R2Roswell
Takes place shortly after episode 11. Ricky has always been the womanizer but what if he truly had a change of heart and came to see that him having sex with everyone wasn't all that worth it afterall?

Don't Take Your Love Away by R2Roswell
This fic was inspired by the song "Don't Take Your Love Away" by Vast. This is an attempt, though they have their significant others, at Ricky trying to make things right with Amy. He's willing to give up the smooth sailiing he has with Grace but is Amy willing to do the same with Ben?

Mistletoe & Holiday Snow by R2Roswell
This takes place in an alternate universe. Ben did break up with Amy when he found out she was pregnant. Mr. and Mrs. Juergen’s are still happily married. Ricky stopped being a womanizer the days following his visit to Amy’s house after telling her and Ashley that he wanted to be involved. As a result of that choice his foster family and Amy’s family have been getting to know one another. And Ricky is the only foster child. I was just too lazy to write in storylines for the other foster kids.

In My Arms by R2Roswell
A family tragedy brings an unlikely two together. Some of the ideas are based off previews that I have seen. The title is based off of the song “In My Arms” by Plumb

Rethinking Things by Augusta
Gossiping students are what greet newlyweds Ben and Amy back to school after their spur of the moment elopement. With the halls buzzing, it doesn't take long for Ricky to hear the news, and he's not so okay with it! A short, one-shot fic of future scenes.

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Can't Let Go
Collide
Chemicals React
Right Kind Of Wrong
Ricky & Amy
Together
All the Way Around
Little Miss Obsessive
Blurry
7 Things I Hate About You
7 Things (2)
7 Things (3)
Please Be Mine
Dirty Little Secret
In Love with a Girl
Where Does the Good Go
2 AM (Breathe)
Stranded
If You Asked Me To
The Way I Loved You

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ღFanArtღ

by: Audrey Gersons

by: BlackHalo

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Ron_Beckett · 01-17-2009, 09:25 PM

ღBand Geek Soundtrackღ

(cover made by: Faith in You)

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Past Titlesღ
1. Because it started with one night at band camp
2. Because a change of heart could change everything
3. Because it's no wonder she got pregnant
4. Because he can't pretend it never happened
5. Because their banter sizzles with chemistry
6. Because who says band geek sex isn't hot
7. Because the baby will always keep them connected
8. Because two band geeks equals a band geek baby
9. Because one hug from him had her melting

Future Titlesღ
* Because she's having his baby.
* Because he's the right kind of wrong
* Because he asked for her number.
* Because Ashley saw how this all happened, and we can too!
* Because he is a different person from the Ricky who got her pregnant.
* Because she cared enough about him to look up his condition online.
* Because after episode 11, we think there will be a change of heart!

Favorite Quotes/Scenes

Pilot (1.1)

Ricky: I'm just messing with you kid, you don't think I could ever forget the night we spent together at Band Camp, do you?

~*~*~*~

Ricky: You like that guy? He's not your type.

You Are My Everything (1.2)

Ricky: Who you seeing, is it that little geek who wants to be me? Come on why would you do that when you can go out with the real thing? As a friend of course.
Amy: Of course. Thanks for offering Ricky, but I'm really not that interested.
Ricky: Whoa, whoa, who are you not to be interested in me?

~*~*~*~

Ricky: Having some kind of memory problem, can't remember the locker combination, can't remember what happened just six weeks, a couple of months ago?
Amy: Nothing happened!
Ricky: Okay, it wasn't that great but you were a little nervous and that's understandable. It'll get better, it's okay.

Absent (1.7)

Ricky: I think I do want to be involved.
Ashley: Seriously?
Amy: Involved.
Ricky: I'm the father of this child and I think I should have some say in what happens here.

~*~*~*~

Ricky: I'm not saying I'm against adoption, I'm just saying I'd like to know whose adopting, where they live, and if I can ever come and see my own kid.
Amy: I really don't see why you should have any say in this.
Ricky: Yeah, you and your dad would pretty much like to ignore I even exist.
Amy: You know what, I don't know what my father said to you but I am perfectly capable of speaking for myself.
Ricky: Since when?
Amy: Since I got pregnant! That's when, since I discovered that I am gonna have to take charge of another human beings life. You know I might as well just start with my own.
Ricky: Okay, okay but I'd like to know where you are and what's going on if you don't mind.
Amy: Maybe I do mind. I'll think about what you said and I'll call you.
Ricky: When, when are you gonna call me?
Amy: When I feel like it.
Ricky: Okay I'll take that, thanks.
Amy: You're welcome.

Back to School Special (1.10)

Amy: Yeah, well maybe you should go to **** school.

~*~*~*~

Ricky: I'm sorry Amy, I didn't mean for this to happen.
Amy: You know Ricky, I believe you. I believe you didn't mean for this to happen, I believe this is the last thing in the world you wanted to happen, so why don't you just pretend like it never happened?
Ricky: I can't. I wish I could but I can't. I'm a different person from the Ricky who got you pregnant.

Just Say No (1.11)

Ricky: They're the ones that started all those rumors about you.
Amy: Rumors? This isn't a rumor that you got me pregnant.
Ricky: I don't like the way you said that, it sounds like you're blaming me.

The Secret Wedding of the American Teenager (1.12)

Grace: Ricky can't be marrying Amy. They haven't even been out on a date, unless you count that one night.

Baked Nevada (1.13)

Amy: Ricky should be involved, he's the father.

The Father & The Son (1.14)

Amy: Do you think we can talk for a few minutes?
Ricky: Hi.
Amy: Hi.
Ricky: I understand that my father met you and your parents last night.
Amy: Yeah he just showed up at our house.
Ricky: I'm sorry.
Amy: Hi.
Grace: Hi. I'll let you two talk. Call me later okay? Bye Amy.

~*~*~*~

Ricky: Everyone's feeling sorry for me I guess. It's not a good feeling. Maybe it should be but it's not. Lauren told you, I know she told you. Did you tell your parents?
Amy: Yeah.
Ricky: Great. Look I know where this is going.
Amy: Ricky, I wanna consider adoption and I'd appreciate it if you go along with that.
Ricky: I don't know about that.
Amy: I'm just letting you know that I wanna consider letting some nice couple adopt the baby.
Ricky: Afraid of me touching the kid?
Amy: No it's not about you, it's not even about me, it's about the baby, what's best for the baby.
Ricky: Yeah well what if I think what's best for the baby is to know his or her birth parents? Maybe what's best for the baby is to grow up in your home with me coming to see him or her. Do you even know what it is yet?
Amy: No but you know my parents are just gonna raise the baby for me.
Ricky: Yeah why should they? Why can't you? Why can't you and me do it? It's not like they're gonna kick you out of the house or anything, is it? You still have a place to live, food to eat.
Amy: Yeah but how are you and me gonna raise a child? How are we gonna do it? I don't have a job, you don't have a job. We both don't have insurance.
Ricky: Half the country doesn't have insurance and half the country's out of work. They don't just put their sons and daughters up for adoption cause they can't pay a few bills.
Amy: We're teenagers. We're in high school. I would like to graduate high school and go to college, you know and have a career and eventually marry Ben. I just wanna have a normal life.
Ricky: Look, I thought this wasn't about you. Guess what, Amy, you're not going to have a normal life. I don't. I don't have a normal life. Lot's of people don't have normal lives. So what? And no, the answer's no. I'm not going along with it.

~*~*~*~

(to Ben)

Ricky: I'm not gonna agree to having the baby adopted. I don't care what you two want I'm not my father, you got it?

In Their Own Words

Daren-"And uh, Amy she's uh, she's pregnant. She is pregnant and she's dealing with a lot of issues so I think she's got a lot on her sholders right now."

Daren-"And Ricky, I don't know, we'll see if he starts taking responsibility for this baby or he stays the irresponsible guy that he is."

The Band Geek Support
Fans play an important role whether it's for film, music, or television. In fact I would say it's one of the most important roles because without fans then there would be no show- no characters to enjoy. And without a show people would be out of the job. Lifeless. Lucky for us, on July 1, 2008 we were greeted to Ricky Underwood and Amy Juergens of 'The Secret Life of the American Teenager'. And what a following they have managed to create. At least in our neck of the woods. I could go on about how great Ricky and Amy are but I figure I'll let them tell you themselves:

I like them because they have a lot of chemistry and a lot of potential to become a really great couple. I love how they are around each other. They act like they hate each other, but deep down they really don't.. I love how Ricky wants to be involved with the baby and hopefully Amy will let him be involved. Did I mention the chemistry? That is number one.. I instantly fell for them.-RAMYfan23

What hooked me to them was their chemistry. It seems like they are trying to force themselves to be with other people because they dont want to admit they care about each other and want to be with each other. Now that Amy is "married" to Ben, I think she will see it was a mistake. Because deep down inside, she is going to see Ricky is the one.-crunchydictator

Since day one I've always thought that they were meant to be together. I could just tell that by the way she looked at him that she really liked him, even if she denies it. In their scenes, they just have that chemistry that even if their bickering, they still give off that vibe that somethings there and it grabs your attention and makes you want to see more. They don't even have to be romantic with each other to know that they have chemistry.-Brunette17

I was first drawn to them by their chemistry and they way they interact with each other. There was definitely something there between them whether or not either one wanted to admit it. I think what they have is much more real than what Amy has with Ben or Ricky has with Adrian or Grace. They have the potential to become so amazing as they both have something to offer each other.-heaven85

I'm not going to lie, at first I was torn between, Amy/Ben, Grace/Ricky and Amy/Ricky. It took me forever to decide which couple would be my main ship. I choose Amy and Ricky. I like Amy and Ricky because they will always be connected, rather they like it or not through the baby. Ricky was Amy's first and although it wasn't great, you will never forget your first time. Amy and Ricky proved that very well. They're having a baby together. I truly think everyone around them, Ben, Adrian, and Grace are very jealous of Amy & Ricky's connection. I think Ricky is going to change because of the baby, he will become a better man with Amy and the baby. I think Amy and Ricky are soulmates. They have a chemistry that cannot be denied.-mclover_23

Well, at first, I never really thought of them as a couple mostly because of the way they acted toward eachother. Then as the show went on, there were more sides to both Ricky and Amy. You could see that Ricky truly wanted to be there for the baby and Amy, too. They are connected to eachother in a way that's different from any other couple I've shipped. They were never in love and had never been friends or actually even known eachother. But as Amy continues to grow, so does their relationship and undeniable chemistry.-xXEmmaXx

Oh boy, there's just something about them.. they're amazing together. Even when they argue they stand out in a way Ben and Amy or even Ricky and Grace can't-Megz_411

Latest Ricky/Amy Scene:

ღ Fan Art Part IIღ

by: BlackHalo

by: haleyzcomet00004

by: R2Roswell

by: Ramyfan23

BlackHalo · 01-17-2009, 09:45 PM

Can't wait to see the updates!

Ron_Beckett · 01-17-2009, 09:59 PM

Okay the updates are ready. At least this is what I've got. Still thinking if I should add anything else but I think it looks okay.

Congrats Band Geeks we made it to thread 10!!!

sweet_christie03 · 01-17-2009, 10:14 PM

I can't believe we've made it to thread 10 already. Then again, it isn't hard to believe.

xXEmmaXx · 01-17-2009, 10:21 PM

Thanks for the new thread! Everything looks amazing!

Sweet Pea · 01-17-2009, 11:01 PM

I love everything about the OP, Ronnie.. Great job. I can't believe we are on the tenth thread.

I'm out for tonight. Goodnight and I will talk to you guys Monday..

**heaven85** · 01-18-2009, 12:52 AM

The OP looks amazing!!!! Yeah. Thread 10.

haleyzcomet00004 · 01-18-2009, 07:30 AM

The thread looks great!
Hey, can I be added to the shippers list?
I definitely plan on sticking around. You guys have been really nice. =]

Brunette17 · 01-18-2009, 08:18 AM

10th Thread!! Love the OP, it looks great!!

Banna · 01-18-2009, 09:50 AM

The Op looks amazing guys! Good job

Ron_Beckett · 01-18-2009, 12:54 PM

Haley: You've been added to the list

So glad you all really like the OP. Really can't wait to get started on more soundtracks. And to be honest, (I don't know why but for some reason it does); I'm surprised that this board has been going by quickly. Like I said before, I so thought it would be the Ben/Amy board that would have been the dominating force. It's cool to see that my thoughts were proven wrong. Totally in Band Geek heaven!

I can't stop watching the Ricky/Amy hug. Everything is perfect from Amy strongly going into Ricky's arms, him placing his head gently in her hair, Ricky rubbing her back, Ricky closing his eyes, Amy holding onto him so tightly, and even the audience they have. This clip gives such great anticipation for what's to come. Since we don't have that scene yet on tv at least we've got a clip of it to keep the thrill coming!

Can't Be Tamed · 01-18-2009, 01:05 PM

Wow! I haven't been here in forever! R2Roswell you asked me why I am a fan of Amy and Ricky here's my answer:

I'm not going to lie, at first I was torn between, Amy/Ben, Grace/Ricky and Amy/Ricky. It took me forever to decide which couple would be my main ship. I choose Amy and Ricky. I like Amy and Ricky because they will always be connected, rather they like it or not through the baby. Ricky was Amy's first and although it wasn't great, you will never forget your first time. Amy and Ricky proved that very well. They're having a baby together. I truly think everyone around them, Ben, Adrian, and Grace are very jealous of Amy & Ricky's connection. I think Ricky is going to change because of the baby, he will become a better man with Amy and the baby. I think Amy and Ricky are soulmates. They have a chemistry that cannot be denied.

xXEmmaXx · 01-18-2009, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by R2Roswell (View Post)

I can't stop watching the Ricky/Amy hug. Everything is perfect from Amy strongly going into Ricky's arms, him placing his head gently in her hair, Ricky rubbing her back, Ricky closing his eyes, Amy holding onto him so tightly, and even the audience they have. This clip gives such great anticipation for what's to come. Since we don't have that scene yet on tv at least we've got a clip of it to keep the thrill coming!

Yeah, I'm definitely curious to see what the cause of the hug is. I think that whoever it is that makes all the Secret Life promos, was really smart to add in the hug. It keeps the fans watching!

I've always thought that Amy/Ben are the biggest ship, too. I think that as the show progresses, more and more people are realizing that theres more to Ricky than what you see and hear in the beginning. You can really tell he wants to be there for the baby and that theres a whole other side to him. As people see this, I think they understand him more and see that he and Amy wouldn't be so bad together. I still can't completely tell which couple the fans like more, though. On Fan Forum, people lean more towards Amy/Ricky. But there are other places where it's leaning more towards Amy/Ben.

Ron_Beckett · 01-18-2009, 02:32 PM

Hey mclover: Thanks so much for you answer. I have added it to the OP.

If anyone else wants to contribute an answer that hasn't done so all ready by all means feel free to do so!

Emma: Nicely said! I totally agree with it. On some of my Ricky/Amy youtube vids, I've had people ask me why I like these two together because they think it's weird. I think if you just analyze these characters and break them down like we have done you realize the true potential they have. We might not have them as a couple (just yet) but there is total chemistry that can lead to something more.


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