Mystery Train
The Brian Setzer Orchestra Lyrics
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Train I ride, sixteen coaches long
Well, that long black train, got my baby and gone
Train, train, comin' round the bend
Train, train, comin' round the bend
Well, it took my baby, but it never will again
No, not again
Train, train, comin' down, down the line
Train, train, comin' down, down the line
Well, it's bringin' my baby, 'cause she's mine, all mine
She's mine, all mine
Train, train, comin' round, round the bend
Round, round the bend
Train, train, comin' round, round the bend
Round, round the bend
Well, it took my baby, but it never will again
Never will again
Whoo-oo-oo-oo-oo-hoo
The Brian Setzer Orchestra's song "Mystery Train" is a classic rockabilly tune with a simple but powerful message. The singer is on a train that is 16 coaches long, and it is clear that the train is significant to him because it is taking his baby away. He repeats the phrase "train, train, comin' round the bend" multiple times, emphasizing the train's power and inevitability. However, later in the song, the singer notes that the train is also bringing his baby back to him, and that she is now his, all his. This turns the song from a lament into a celebration, as the train has brought his love back to him.
The lyrics to "Mystery Train" are straightforward but effective, using repetition and simple imagery to convey a powerful message. The train itself is a symbol of fate or destiny, something that cannot be controlled or avoided, but also something that can bring people together. The singer is aware of the train's power, but he finds solace in the fact that it has brought his love back to him, and he will not let her go again.
Line by Line Meaning
Train I ride, sixteen coaches long
I'm on a train that's incredibly long, it has sixteen coaches in total.
Well, that long black train, got my baby and gone
My baby has left me on that long black train and it has already departed.
Train, train, comin' round the bend
Another train is coming towards me from around the bend.
Well, it took my baby, but it never will again No, not again
That train took away my baby once, but it won't happen again, no, not again.
Train, train, comin' down, down the line
A train is heading towards me down the tracks.
Well, it's bringin' my baby, 'cause she's mine, all mine She's mine, all mine
The train is bringing my baby to me, she's mine, all mine.
Train, train, comin' round, round the bend Round, round the bend
Another train is approaching me from around the bend, going in circles.
Well, it took my baby, but it never will again Never will again
That train took my baby once, but it will never take her again, never again.
Whoo-oo-oo-oo-oo-hoo
An onomatopoeic sigh to mark the end of the song.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: HERMAN PARKER JR., SAM PHILLIPS
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Rebel Cat Gomer
Literally ... One of the few people who can literally evoke the look, taste, and smell of the 1950s ... in one, single breath !!! For which Brian has long well-deserved my eternal respect!!!
And by the way, watching some of his performances you could swear and bet on, that this cat simply loves and enjoy every single breath of his playing those darn guitars of his!!!
Musicfan Hawk
you are spot on!
if you haven't seen his interview with Dan Rather ( the Big Interview series on Axs tv) you should watch it, it's an excellent interview and a must for an Brian Seltzer fan.
Niclas N
One of the best musical performances I've witnessed!
Rebel Cat Gomer
Though, I kissed mah hatred goodbye, way a long time ago...I so "hate" ya, man (with all due respect)!!!
T4TexasTom
W H A T
a great guitarist..... maybe the greatest ever.🎸
Alrukitaf
Setzer popularised rockabilly - a giant achievement in music history. The other two were super masters of their crafts as well.
frank maffa
Rockabilly like you will never witness from anyone else.. The king right here
Andrew Schiff
Man he's such a great player!
Billy Rocca
First time i've heard Setzer play a baritone guitar. He beats the shit out of it too!
keith young
This is fantastic - high energy rock and roll