Westbound Train

Dennis Brown

About Westbound Train

Westbound Train is a ska band from Boston, Massachusetts, formed in 2001. Their name originates from the Dennis Brown hit song by the same name. Westbound Train released their first album, Searching for A Melody, in 2002. 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 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. 


Year:
1993
3:07
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Whoo, ooh, yeah

Last night I weren't at home
I just went for a stroll
But when I returned, I saw this note
Underneath my door, stating

You'll never ever see me again
So now our love must end
You'll never ever see me again
My friend 'cause

I'll be taking this train
I'll be taking westbound train
I'll be going to a place where there is happiness

So you'll never ever see me again
I'll be taking westbound train
You'll never ever see me again, my friend
No, you'll never ever see me

Whoa, cherry baby
I've gotta find you baby 'cause

I'll never live in a world like that
You want to make me feel sad
And now I'm in very, very steep position
So that's why this train won't miss me
'Cause I've got to find my cherry baby

You'll never ever see me, no, no

Whoa, cherry baby
I've gotta find you baby

'Cause I'll never live in a world like that
You want to make me feel sad
And now I'm in very, very steep position
So that's why this train won't miss me
'Cause I've got to find my cherry baby

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Dennis Brown

Dennis Emmanuel Brown (1 February 1957 – 1 July 1999) was a Jamaican reggae singer. During his prolific career, which began in the late 1960s when he was aged eleven, he recorded more than 75 albums and was one of the major stars of lovers rock, a sub-genre of reggae. Bob Marley cited Brown as his favourite singer, dubbing him "The Crown Prince of Reggae", and Brown would prove hugely influential on future generations of reggae singers. more »

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Written by: WINSTON HOLNESS, DENNIS EMANUEL BROWN

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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11 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Westbound Train" is classified as a Reggae song, showcasing Dennis Brown's immense talent in the genre.
Release Date
The song was released in 1978, during the golden era of reggae music.
Album Information
"Westbound Train" is one of the standout tracks from Dennis Brown's album called "Wolf and Leopards."
Inspiration
The song's title "Westbound Train" is metaphorical and figurative, describing the journey of life with its ups and downs.
Style
The song follows a slow tempo rhythm, characteristic of mid-70s roots reggae music, demonstrating the identifiable style of reggae music.
Artist Background
Dennis Brown was known as the "Crown Prince of Reggae", and "Westbound Train" is one of the songs that helped build this reputation.
Popularity
"Westbound Train" is one of Dennis Brown's most popular songs, and a favorite among reggae music lovers worldwide.
Musical Elements
The song features a heavy bass line, slow rhythm, and Brown's soulful voice which are distinctive features of reggae music.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "Westbound Train" showcase Dennis Brown's writing talent, with powerful and emotional storytelling.
Impact
The song remains one of the timeless classics in reggae music, influencing numerous reggae artists and musicians after Dennis Brown.
Legacy
Today, "Westbound Train" continues to be recognized as a reggae classic, reinforcing Dennis Brown's legacy as a reggae music legend.

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