Train in Vain
The Clash
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You say you stand by your man Tell me something I don't understand You said you love me and that's a fact And then you left me, said you felt trapped Well some things you can explain away But the heartache's in me till this day Did you stand by me No, not at all Did you stand by me No way All the times When we were close I'll remember these things the most I see all my dreams come tumbling down I can't be happy without you around So all alone I keep the wolves at bay And there is only one thing that I can say Did you stand by me No, not at all Did you stand by me No way You must explain why this must be Did you lie when you spoke to me Did you stand by me No, not at all Now I got a job But it don't pay I need new clothes I need somewhere to stay But without all these things I can do But without your love I won't make it through But you don't understand my point of view I suppose there's nothing I can do Did you stand by me No, not at all Did you stand by me No way Did you stand by me No, not at all Did you stand by me No way You must explain why this must be Did you lie when you spoke to me? Did you stand by me Did you stand by me No, not at all Did you stand by me No way Did you stand by me No, not at all Did you stand by me No way
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Written by: Joe Strummer, Mick Jones, Paul Simonon, Topper Headon
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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13 facts about this song
Album Inclusion"Train in Vain" was not originally listed in the track listing of "London Calling," the album it was included in. It was a last-minute addition to the album.
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Song InspirationThe song was inspired by Mick Jones's break-up with his girlfriend at the time.
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Name DebateThe song is often called "Train in Vain (Stand by Me)," but the actual title does not include the parenthetical.
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Rejection InspirationThe phrase "Train in Vain" came from the fact that Mick Jones's girlfriend regularly missed his shows, so he often waited for her in vain at the train station.
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First Major US HitIt was the Clash's first significant commercial hit in the United States.
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Songwriting CreditsAlthough most of the songs by The Clash are credited to the entire band, "Train in Vain" is one of the few exceptions as it is credited specifically to Mick Jones and Joe Strummer.
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Dance Track"Train in Vain" is one of The Clash's most dance-oriented songs, featuring a funky, danceable beat.
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Rolling Stone RecognitionIn 2004, the song was ranked number 298 on Rolling Stone magazine's list of the 500 greatest songs of all time.
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Hidden TrackOn the original release of "London Calling" on vinyl, "Train in Vain" was a hidden track not listed on the sleeve.
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Cover VersionNotably, Annie Lennox covered "Train in Vain" in 1995, and her version was a hit in the UK.
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Live PerformancesThe Clash regularly performed this song live during their concerts, making it an integral part of their shows.
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Genre Blend"Train in Vain" showcases The Clash's innovative blending of punk rock with other genres, in this case, blending with elements of pop and funk.
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Award RecognitionThe album "London Calling", which includes "Train in Vain" was awarded the Best Album award at the inaugural BRIT Awards in 1977.
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