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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Words
Train Lyrics
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I'd say anything, but not goodbye
I will run with your changes and I'm always on your side
And there's not a word I've ever heard, that would make me change my mind
Words they'll try to shake you
Don't let them break you
Or stop your world from turning
Use them as fire wood and let 'em burn
Like stones in your pocket people try to wear you down
Someone always wants to take the love you've found
So let's roll with these changes and I want you by my side
And there's not a word I've ever heard that could make me change my mind
Words they'll try to shake you
Don't let them break you
Or stop your world from turning
When words keep you from feeling good
Use them as fire wood and let 'em burn
Let them burn
Let them burn
Underneath every word somebody's heart been broken
With or without words, we try to forget
Words they'll try to shake us
Don't let them break us
Or stop our world from turning
When words keep you from feeling good
Use them as fire wood and let 'em burn
Words they'll try to shake you
Don't let them break you
Or stop your world, stop your world from turning 'round
When words keep you from feeling good
Use them as fire wood and let 'em burn
Let them burn
Let them burn
The song "Words" by Train is a powerful track about resilience and not letting the negative words of others affect your life in a negative way. The first part of the chorus declares the singer's unwavering commitment to their loved one. They will stick by their side forever, and not even the most powerful words could persuade them otherwise.
The second part of the chorus is a call to action for anyone who has ever been affected by hurtful words. The refrain "Words they'll try to shake you, don't let them break you" urges the listener not to let the words of others diminish their spirit. The song compares the influence of negative words to the weight of stones in one's pocket. The bridge of the song broadens the message to a wider audience. The lyrics declare that underneath every word, there may be a broken heart. Whether it is having to endure criticism, being barren to the world's ideas, or forgetting painful memories, people try and struggle to forget with or without words.
With "Words", Train delivers a powerful message of hope and resilience that resonates with audiences around the world.
Line by Line Meaning
I'd give anything but I won't give up on you
I am devoted to you and committed to our relationship no matter what challenges and obstacles we may face
I'd say anything, but not goodbye
I am willing to communicate and express myself honestly to you, but I will never abandon or leave you
I will run with your changes and I'm always on your side
I will support and stand by you in all of the changes and transformations you go through, no matter what direction they take us in
And there's not a word I've ever heard, that would make me change my mind
I am steadfast in my commitment to you and no external opinions or influences could ever sway me from that path
Words they'll try to shake you
People will use their words to try to undermine your confidence and cause you to doubt yourself
Don't let them break you
Do not let the words of others have power over you or cause you to lose faith in yourself
Or stop your world from turning
Do not let the words of others halt your progress or keep you from pursuing your goals and dreams
When words keep you from feeling good
If someone's words are causing you distress or pain, do not internalize them or let them define your self-worth
Use them as fire wood and let 'em burn
Use negative words as fuel to motivate you and propel you forward instead of letting them drag you down
Like stones in your pocket people try to wear you down
People will try to weigh you down with their negativity, criticism, and judgment, but do not let them succeed
Someone always wants to take the love you've found
There will always be external forces that try to tear apart or sabotage the love and connection you have with someone special
So let's roll with these changes and I want you by my side
Let's embrace the changes and challenges ahead together and remain a united front throughout
Underneath every word somebody's heart been broken
Behind every hurtful word or criticism lies pain and heartbreak of the person delivering them
With or without words, we try to forget
Both the words and the silence between them can be painful and difficult to move on from, but we must try to let go and move forward
Words they'll try to shake us
We must also be aware that negative words and energies can affect us as a couple, and work together to overcome them
Don't let them break us
We must not allow anything to come between us or cause our bond to weaken or falter
Or stop our world from turning
We must keep moving forward and pursuing our dreams and goals, despite any obstacles or negativity that may stand in our way
Or stop your world, stop your world from turning 'round
We must not let anything, including negative words or opinions, halt or derail our individual paths and progress
When words keep you from feeling good
If negative words are affecting either of us individually, we must communicate and support each other through the pain
Use them as fire wood and let 'em burn
We can use negative words and experiences as motivation to grow and become stronger as individuals and as a couple
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JERRY BECKER, LUIS MALDONADO, PAT MONAHAN
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