I Am

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"I Am" is the third and final single from Train's self-titled debut album. The song was first featured on the album Road Songs (Seismic) in 1996.


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1998
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I never been on a railroad, as many times as they pass me by
I never crashed in the desert or seen a rodeo
I don't know much about the world wars or Vietnam
I've yet to read about Uncle Tom
Never climbed a real rock or seen Colorado
Am I the son I think I am
Am I the friend I think I am
Am I the man I think I wanna be hey
I never had a day where money didn't get in my way
I never listened to much Elvis
I can't remember a warm December
Am I the son I think I am
Am I the friend I think I am
Am I the man I think I wanna be hey
'Cause I'm here for my sanity sanity
I am here for you
I'm here for your fantasy sanity, I am here 
I am
Am I the son I think I am
Am I the friend I think I am
Am I the man I think I wanna be 
'Cause I'm here for my sanity sanity I am here for you
Whether or not I'm walkin' in
Whether or not I'm walkin' out
I'm always here for you

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Train

Train is an American pop rock band from San Francisco, California. The band currently consists of a core trio of Pat Monahan (vocals), Jimmy Stafford (guitar), and Scott Underwood (drums). more »

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Written by: PAT MONAHAN, ROBERT HOTCHKISS, ROBERT S HOTCHKISS

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BAND HISTORY
"I Am" is a track by the popular American rock band Train. The band originated in San Francisco and was formed in 1993. The band is known for hits like "Drops of Jupiter" and "Hey, Soul Sister."
ALBUM DETAIL
"I Am" is a part of Train's self-titled debut album, which was released in 1998. The album was a commercial success, achieving a platinum status in the United States.
SONG PRODUCTION
The song, like the rest of the album, was produced by renowned record producers Charles Colin, Jimmy Stafford, Rob Hotchkiss, Pat Monahan, and Scott Underwood.
GENRE
“I Am” is part of the rock genre, and more specifically, falls under pop rock and roots rock. It shows off Train’s versatility between edgy rock and radio-friendly pop.
LEAD VOCALS
Pat Monahan, the lead vocalist of the band, is the voice behind "I Am." Monahan is known for his extensive range and dramatic vocal style.
CRITICAL RESPONSE
While "I Am" was not released as a single, it received positive responses from critics, who praised its emotional depth and Monahan’s vocal performance.
LYRICAL THEME
The lyrics of "I Am" speak about the personal experiences and emotions of the singer, reminiscent of various other songs by Train, often talking about pain, self-discovery, and moving on from the past.
LIVE PERFORMANCES
Despite not being one of the band's top charting hits, "I Am" remains a fan favorite during concerts and live performances by Train due to its memorable lyrics and catchy beat.
INFLUENCE
"I Am," along with other songs from Train's debut album, helped shape the American soft rock sound of the late '90s and early 2000s.
MEMBERS CONTRIBUTION
Apart from Monahan's vocals, the song also features the playing skills of guitarist Rob Hotchkiss and Jimmy Stafford, bassist Charlie Colin, and drummer Scott Underwood, who collectively contribute to the unique sound of the band.

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