What started as two guys with strong voices and one guitar became San Francisco's Train by 1994. It was in late 1993 that Patrick Monahan left Erie, PA, and met up with the Los Angeles band, The Apostles. Lead singer/guitarist Rob Hotchkiss and fellow guitarist Jim Stafford had basically disbanded by this time, but the chance meeting with Patrick Monahan proved fortuitous, as Hotchkiss extended an invitation to the crooning Monahan to become a two-man band. After making exhaustive appearances in low-key coffeehouses, they decided to form a full band and enlisted former Apostles members Stafford and bassist Charlie Colin. Colin brought along his good friend, drummer Scott Underwood, and Train were on their way.
Train settled in San Francisco to develop their sound in a relaxed, laid-back atmosphere. In an unlikely scenario, executives from Columbia Records expressed an interest and, in a somewhat cooperative strategy, farmed the fledgling band out to the minors -- in this instance, Aware Records -- where they could grow naturally and unhurriedly. In 1997, they went on tour, opening for the likes of Blues Traveler, Barenaked Ladies, and Counting Crows. Train knew they had arrived when they sold out a performance at San Francisco's prestigious Fillmore venue. Their completed debut album was released the following year. Drops of Jupiter followed three years later, becoming a 2x Platinum hit on the back of its single of the same name. My Private Nation followed in 2003. Though the response was initially weak, the single "Get to Me" eventually caught fire, and Train had their latest Billboard chart hit. A holdover live album appeared in 2004 while the band returned to the studio to record My Private Nation's follow-up. The single "Cab" announced the band's return in late 2005, with the full-length For Me It's You following early the next year.
From November 2006, the band took a break from recording and touring to be with friends and family. Lead singer Pat Monahan released a solo album, Last of Seven, on September 18, 2007. The first single, "Her Eyes," was released in July.
On October 27, 2009, Train not only released proof that they were once again a band but also put their fifth studio album on the market, Save Me San Francisco. Dedicated to getting back to where they came from, the album revisited the roots rock sound that has made the band such a tour de force. The album is a tribute to the city that made them who they are today and pays homage to the city by the bay whom they owe so much.
The first single from Train's sixth studio album, "Drive By," was made available on iTunes on January 10, 2012, a week after Train played the halftime show at the 2012 Discover Orange Bowl in Miami. This upbeat pop/rock tune was the first song to be released from Train's sixth studio album. It was already familiar to some of their fans as the band had been performing the tune during their 2011 Summer Tour. Train's singles tend to gradually build momentum, but this song debuted at #60 on the Hot 100 in its first week as Triple A, hot AC, and pop radio all embraced the song with enthusiasm.
This album was followed by Bulletproof Picasso, Christmas in Tahoe, Train Does Led Zeppelin II, and A Girl, a Bottle, a Boat. Their album AM Gold was released on May 20, 2022.
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Let It Roll
Train Lyrics
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To tell you how I feel
But all I kept on writing
Was slipping on the tears from the day
When I was young and brave
Now all these hotel lobbies are filled with what's to me
Lonely midnight drivers
Drifting out to sea
Don't make things better to me
So let it roll into me
Let it roll into you
Let it roll into me
Let it roll back into when I had you
So I'll watch the snow come calling
And I'll celebrate the spring
I'll feel the falls keep falling
And when the summers come
I will pretend that I don't notice
That this is when I notice most of all
So let it roll into me
Let it roll into you
Let it roll into me
Let it roll back into when I had you
And all you ever wanted for me
Was the time to understand
And all I ever wanted for you
Was to see me shining for you
And I wish that I could be back in the day that I could say
Let it roll
Let it roll into me
Let it roll
Let it roll into you
Let it roll back into when I had you
The lyrics of Train's song "Let It Roll" depict the heartache and longing of a person who is struggling to express their feelings to someone they love. The singer of the song has tried to write a letter to express how they feel but finds themselves unable to articulate their emotions properly. Instead, they find themselves slipping into tears and reminiscing about the days when they were young and brave. As the singer moves through hotel lobbies and watches the seasons change, they reflect on the fondest memories of the past.
The chorus of the song consists of the repeated plea, "Let it roll into me, let it roll into you," suggesting a desire for emotional connection and a return to a time when they were together. The singer wishes they could go back in time, back to when they had the person they loved by their side. The lyrics are evocative and heartfelt, depicting a poignant longing that listeners can relate to.
The song is a poignant exploration of the complicated emotions that come with losing someone you love. It offers a glimpse into the heartache and pain that many people feel when trying to move on from a past relationship. With its raw emotional honesty, "Let It Roll" is a song that resonates with listeners on a deep and personal level.
Line by Line Meaning
Tried to write a letter
I attempted to convey my emotions through written words.
To tell you how I feel
So I could express my true emotions to you.
But all I kept on writing
Unfortunately my attempts kept turning into.
Was slipping on the tears from the day
Inadvertently smudging ink with the tears that rolled out.
When I was young and brave
During my youth when I was courageous enough to face my emotional turbulence.
Now all these hotel lobbies are filled with what's to me
Presently, the hotel lobbies are imbued with loneliness according to me.
Lonely midnight drivers
People who drive aimlessly during the midnight hour seeking their sense of belonging.
Drifting out to sea
Traveling afar aimlessly, just like a lost sailor on a lonesome vessel at sea.
And all those late night lovers
People who seek love during the later hours of the night.
Don't make things better to me
In contrast to expectations, their actions aren't helping alleviate my distress.
So let it roll into me
Let my emotions engulf me and overwhelm me.
Let it roll into you
Let your emotions flood yourself entirely.
Let it roll back into when I had you
Let my emotions take me back to a time when I was with you.
So I'll watch the snow come calling
I'll observe the snowflakes descending from the sky.
And I'll celebrate the spring
I'll rejoice in the arrival of the new season.
I'll feel the falls keep falling
I'll experience the cascades falling perpetually.
And when the summers come
In contrast to my demeanour during winters, my attitude will transform when summers arrive.
I will pretend that I don't notice
I'll potentially attempt to conceal my turmoil during this period.
That this is when I notice most of all
Ironically, during summers, I'm more aware than ever of my emotions.
And all you ever wanted for me
All you desired for me was basic understanding
Was the time to understand
You yearned for that time when both of us could understand each other.
And all I ever wanted for you
All I ever wished for you was to shine while I was with you.
Was to see me shining for you
My hope, while I was with you, was to be the very best during that time.
And I wish that I could be back in the day that I could say
I yearn to go back to the particular moment when the phrase, 'let it roll,' was potent for our situation.
Let it roll
Allow our emotions to run their natural course.
Let it roll into me
Let my emotions overwhelm me.
Let it roll into you
Allow yourself to become overwhelmed by your emotions.
Let it roll back into when I had you
Let us go back in time and be together during the time of intense emotions.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CHARLES COLIN, CHARLIE COLIN, JAMES STAFFORD, JAMES W STAFFORD, PAT MONAHAN, ROBERT HOTCHKISS, ROBERT S HOTCHKISS, SCOTT UNDERWOOD, SCOTT MICHAEL UNDERWOOD
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Morrismusicpete
Gorgeously haunting song. It’s meaning has changed for me over the years, but the one constant is that this album is still my absolute favourite 😊🎵🎶❤️
Rick Green
It certainly has a lot of meaning to Pat as it has to do with the passing/mourning of his mom and for her to see him shining through as a Superstar
Christopher Spillman
Best song on an amazing album.
Aysa Spayd
I'll never understand how this song doesn't get more play time
Jason A
Genius song writing, amazing music total bliss
Kimberly S. T.
One of my favorites 💋
Joy Stewart
No matter what always listen to train. They have always brought out the best in me.
DizzyUpTheFool
Ahh back when Train were brilliant. This album is a masterpiece. It was a gradual decline after this.
Matt Krupinski
This album is their masterpiece.
Glutenfreegurlz
Omg first like and comment!! Congrats this is one of your best songs u ever wrote it’s going on my playlist and it’s 100% one of my new fav songs and your the best singer in the world I really really love your songs and all your music. You are the only thing on my playlist. Im your biggest fan ever!!!! Love your new releases!!