Westbound Train released their first album, Searching for A Melody, in 2003. The band self-released their second album, Five to Two, in 2005, which featured guest appearances from Alex Desert of Hepcat and King Django. The album was re-released by Stomp Records on March 14, 2006.
Westbound Train were featured on the Hellcat Records compilation Give 'Em the Boot IV in November 2004. In January 2006, Hellcat announced that they had signed the band. A third full-length, titled Transitions, was released in September of 2006.
Westbound Train played the Summer of Ska tour in the summer of 2006, along with Suburban Legends, Big D and the Kids Table, Voodoo Glow Skulls, and Catch 22. Westbound Train also played the Fall of Ska tour in the fall of 2006, along with Reel Big Fish, Streetlight Manifesto, and Suburban Legends.
Lynval Golding, the former guitarist of The Specials, is a big Westbound Train fan. Golding can often be seen at Westbound Train concerts in the Seattle, Washington area, even once playing on stage with them and calling them "the next ska sensation."
Their fourth album, "Come and Get It," was released on Hellcat Records on April 21, 2009
Official Website: www.westboundsound.com
Good Enough
Westbound Train Lyrics
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It takes all the strength I have to get to the next day
Well I left home lonely but excited
Well anxious and misguided
Just to find, love was a phone call away
I found the secret to success while in north Hollywood
She told me "never tell your friends the entire truth"
And when she smiled I knew what I had to do
She said "Angel won't you settle down now elsewhere
Cause this town don't like your kind boy,
They'll eat you up alive
And it ain't good
It's no good for you to see the things I do
Well it ain't good
It's not good enough for you"
And I walked down to the nearest corner store
And I said "Mister will you make change of my dollar?"
He gave my change with a smile
Asked if I'd like to stay awhile
He said "Man, won't you tell me 'bout your problems"
And I said "Mister I can't seem to turn my life around
Now mister why can't I be just like you?
Honest and always with a smile
With a heart for, everyone around him
And when time comes, you always know what to do."
And he said "Angel won't you settle down now elsewhere
Cause this town don't like your kind boy,
They'll eat you up alive
And it ain't good
It's no good for you to see the things I do
Well it ain't good
It's not good enough for you"
And it ain't good
It's no good for you to see the things I do
Well it ain't good
It's not good enough for you
And if there's a problem
Learn to solve it
That's what the world says
And if there's a problem
Learn to solve it
That's what the world says
Well it ain't good
It's no good for you to see the things I do
Well it ain't good
It's not good enough for you
And it ain't good
It's no good for you to see the things I do
Well it ain't good
It's not good enough for you
And can't help it if my heart is on my sleeve
It takes all the strength I have to get to the next day
The lyrics to Westbound Train's song Good Enough delve into themes of self-realization, hope, and struggle. The opening lines reflect the singer's vulnerability and sensitivity as they express their difficulty in moving on from the past. The lines "Well I can't help it if my heart is on my sleeve / It takes all the strength I have to get to the next day" show that the singer struggles with being open and honest, but also recognizes the importance of doing so in order to move forward.
As the song progresses, the singer recounts their journey to Hollywood, where they meet someone who helps them understand the value of honesty and keeping certain things to oneself. However, the singer realizes that while this woman taught them valuable lessons, her lifestyle was not compatible with theirs. In the chorus, the singer reflects on the advice they received from the woman and later from the man at the corner store, questioning whether the choices they have made are good enough for them.
The song ends with the repetition of "And if there's a problem / Learn to solve it / That's what the world says," suggesting that the singer has taken the advice to heart and is determined to find a way to solve their problems and move forward.
Overall, the lyrics to Good Enough are introspective and contemplative, exploring the singer's struggles with finding their place in the world while also recognizing the importance of honesty and self-reflection.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I can't help it if my heart is on my sleeve
I can't change who I am and how I feel, even if it means being vulnerable to others.
It takes all the strength I have to get to the next day
Every day is a tough battle, but I keep going with what little strength I have left.
Well I left home lonely but excited
I felt both scared and thrilled to leave my home behind and find new experiences.
Well anxious and misguided
I felt unsure and lost, not knowing where I was headed in life.
Just to find, love was a phone call away
It only took one phone call to find love, something that had eluded me for so long.
She told me 'never tell your friends the entire truth'
She cautioned me against revealing too much to others, knowing that some things are best kept secret.
She had her right on a bible, swore she'd never been a liar
She claimed to be honest and trustworthy, with her hand on the Bible as a sign of her sincerity.
And when she smiled I knew what I had to do
Her smile was enough to make me fall for her, no matter how much I tried to resist.
Angel won't you settle down now elsewhere
People like me aren't welcome in this town, and I should find somewhere else to call home.
Cause this town don't like your kind boy, they'll eat you up alive
This town is full of people who are quick to judge and slow to accept, and they will tear me down if I let them.
Well it ain't good, It's no good for you to see the things I do
You don't need to see the dark and dangerous things I've seen, it's better for you to be sheltered from them.
And I walked down to the nearest corner store
I wandered aimlessly, looking for something to give me purpose and direction.
Asked if I'd like to stay awhile
A friendly stranger offered to listen to my problems and keep me company for a while.
Honest and always with a smile
I admired this person's sincerity and good nature, always seeing the positive side of things.
With a heart for everyone around him
This person had a genuine care and concern for those around him, always willing to lend a helping hand.
And when time comes, you always know what to do.
This person had a natural wisdom and intuition, always making the right decision when the situation called for it.
And if there's a problem, learn to solve it. That's what the world says.
The world expects us to be able to solve our own problems and become self-reliant.
It's not good enough for you
The world can be harsh and unforgiving, and I don't want you to have to experience that darkness.
Contributed by Jake P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.