RUNAWAY TRAIN
John Lindberg Trio Lyrics


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Hey my mind I am leaving this town
Got my suitcase packed and i`m heading on town
My heart beates on
bumping like a runaway train
I tell my friends when I was in town
Gotta follow my dream, my hearts desire
My soul telled a song
running on this runnaway train

Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train never coming back again
I`m leaving this town for good
wooh-wooh yeah
wooh-wooh yeaah
My heart beats on
Bumping like a runaway train

Susan was a child
My prettiest drawn
Thinking of her, never looking back
Rock`n roll is on my life Isabell
Hey there mister won`t you step a side
Me and my babe she let nothing down
Cause a heart beets strong
Running to this crazy face

Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train never coming back again
I`m leaving this town for good

Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train never coming back again
I`m leaving this town for good
Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train never coming back again
I`m leaving this town for good
wooh-wooh yeah
wooh-wooh yeaah
Cause my heart beet so
Bumping like a runaway train

Like a runaway train
(oh)
Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train never coming back again
I`m leaving this town for good
wooh-wooh yeah
wooh-wooh yeaah
Cause my heart beet so
Bumping like a runaway
My heart bet so




Bumping like a runaway
My heart beet so bumping like a runaway train

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of John Lindberg Trio's song "Runaway Train" convey a sense of longing for freedom and adventure. The singer is leaving his town behind to pursue his dreams, with his heart beating like a runaway train. He tells his friends that he must follow his heart's desire and leaves them behind as he embarks on his journey. The song paints a picture of strength and determination to follow one's dreams, even when it means leaving everything behind.


The repetition of "like a runaway train" throughout the song emphasizes the singer's feeling of being unstoppable and driven by his passion. The refrain "never coming back again" further highlights the sense of finality of his departure from his hometown.


Overall, the song seems to encapsulate the spirit of rock and roll, where anything is possible if one has the courage to take risks and follow their heart. The lyrics' simplicity pairs well with the upbeat and energetic music, making it a perfect candidate for a road trip playlist.


Line by Line Meaning

Hey my mind I am leaving this town
I'm leaving this town and telling my mind it's time to move on.


Got my suitcase packed and i`m heading on town
I'm all packed up and ready to leave town.


My heart beats on
My heart is still beating and ready for new experiences.


Bumping like a runaway train
My heart is racing and full of excitement like a runaway train.


I tell my friends when I was in town
I let my friends know before leaving town that I'm pursuing my dreams and desires.


Gotta follow my dream, my hearts desire
I must pursue my dream and what my heart desires.


My soul telled a song
My soul is singing with joy and anticipation for the journey ahead.


Running on this runnaway train
My heart and soul are ready to run free and explore like a runaway train.


Like a runaway train never coming back again
I'm leaving this town for good and starting a new adventure that I won't look back on.


Susan was a child
A reference to someone from the past who was significant.


My prettiest drawn
A nostalgic memory of someone who was pretty.


Thinking of her, never looking back
Remembering someone from the past while not dwelling on it and moving forward.


Rock`n roll is on my life Isabell
A declaration that rock and roll is a big part of my life, Isabell is potentially another person from the past.


Hey there mister won`t you step a side
I'm moving forward with my journey, so I'm asking someone to move out of the way.


Me and my babe she let nothing down
I have someone with me who supports me and doesn't hold me back.


Cause a heart beats strong
The heart is full of strength and courage for the journey ahead.


Running to this crazy face
Taking on new challenges and experiences with excitement and determination.


wooh-wooh yeah
An expression of excitement and enthusiasm.


wooh-wooh yeaah
An expression of excitement and enthusiasm.


Cause my heart beats so
My heart is beating with excitement and anticipation for what's to come.


Bumping like a runaway train
My heart is racing and full of excitement like a runaway train.


My heart beats so bumping like a runaway train
My heart is full of excitement, beating fast and ready for an exciting journey like a runaway train.




Writer(s): John C. Stewart

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@antonstedt5087

Hey my mind I am leaving this town
Got my suitcase packed and i`m heading on town
My heart beates on
bumping like a runaway train
I tell my friends when I was in town
Gotta follow my dream, my hearts desire
My soul telled a song
running on this runnaway train

Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train never coming back again
I`m leaving this town for good
wooh-wooh yeah
wooh-wooh yeaah
My heart beats on
Bumping like a runaway train

Susan was a child
My prettiest drawn
Thinking of her, never looking back
Rock`n roll is on my life Isabell
Hey there mister won`t you step a side
Me and my babe she let nothing down
Cause a heart beets strong
Running to this crazy face

Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train never coming back again
I`m leaving this town for good

Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train never coming back again
I`m leaving this town for good
Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train never coming back again
I`m leaving this town for good
wooh-wooh yeah
wooh-wooh yeaah
Cause my heart beet so
Bumping like a runaway train

Like a runaway train
(oh)
Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train never coming back again
I`m leaving this town for good
wooh-wooh yeah
wooh-wooh yeaah
Cause my heart beet so
Bumping like a runaway
My heart bet so
Bumping like a runaway
My heart beet so bumping like a runaway train



@antonstedt5087

Hey my mind I am leaving this town
Got my suitcase packed and i`m heading on town
My heart beates on
bumping like a runaway train
I tell my friends when I was in town
Gotta follow my dream, my hearts desire
My soul telled a song
running on this runnaway train

Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train never coming back again
I`m leaving this town for good
wooh-wooh yeah
wooh-wooh yeaah
My heart beats on
Bumping like a runaway train

Susan was a child
My prettiest drawn
Thinking of her, never looking back
Rock`n roll is on my life Isabell
Hey there mister won`t you step a side
Me and my babe she let nothing down
Cause a heart beets strong
Running to this crazy face

Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train never coming back again
I`m leaving this town for good

Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train never coming back again
I`m leaving this town for good
Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train never coming back again
I`m leaving this town for good
wooh-wooh yeah
wooh-wooh yeaah
Cause my heart beet so
Bumping like a runaway train

Like a runaway train
(oh)
Like a runaway train
Like a runaway train never coming back again
I`m leaving this town for good
wooh-wooh yeah
wooh-wooh yeaah
Cause my heart beet so
Bumping like a runaway
My heart bet so
Bumping like a runaway
My heart beet so bumping like a runaway train



All comments from YouTube:

@theteacher8528

Sent this clip to my brother. His reply? Elvis drives a Volvo !!!! The best rockabilly style song I've heard this decade , and possibly the one before that.

@nettanjohansson2264

Såg er på Nöjesfabriken i sommar, såå bra spelning, super :)

@teddyboy1000

you can't beat a string bass REAL Rock n Roll great band and excellent rendition of the song LOVE it

@jeffhawkins4419

PUMP IT UP BABY!!..lets get this on the radio.

@motionpat

Rockabilly revival! You guys rock!

@ROBERTTIMCO

thanks fellas .. been a fan of rockabilly all my 61 years and you guys are fantastic bye the way love the Les Paul clean compression over the bass line :) Keep it coming

@statusquofan1000

the best band in years! Awesome!

@Cassepasse

Vad roligt att dom filmade det där vid Järnvägsföreningen i Falun!

@68simmo

Came across JLT on Spotify when looking at different artists to listen to, & haven't stopped listening to them since. Awesome sound & energy in their music.

@magnushansson3298

Makalös ljudbiid med tre instrument JLT! Jo, jag har hört dem live också, helt amazing.

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