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   What does train in vain mean?

   • The meaning of this song is pretty straightforward, so I just want to clarify where the title "Train in Vain" comes from. Viv Albertine, Mick's ex-girlfriend (who this song is about), actually explained it in an interview: "He used to get the train to my place in Shepherds Bush and I would not let him in. He was bleating on the doorstep."

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   Is train in vain a song?

   • Despite the title, the words "train in vain" don't appear in this song. The predominant lyric is "stand by me," but that's the title of a famous song by Ben E. King. The title of The Clash song comes from the train rhythm in the song combined with the theme of being lost.

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   Is train in vain on the clash?

   • " Train in Vain " is a song by the English punk rock band the Clash. It was released as the third and final single from their third studio album, London Calling (1979). The song was not originally listed on the album's track listing, appearing as a hidden track at the end of the album.

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   What makes train in vain so special?

   • The clash of punk rock energy and heartfelt lyrics in “Train in Vain” is what makes this song truly special. The combination of aggressive guitar riffs, powerful vocals, and relatable lyrics creates a unique and unforgettable experience for listeners.

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   "Train in Vain" is a song by the English punk rock band the Clash. It was released as the third and final single from their third studio album, London Calling (1979). The song was not originally listed on the album's track listing, [6] [7] appearing as a hidden track at the end of the album.

   • Recorded: 1979
   • B-side: "London Calling"

   • Released: 12 February 1980

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   A train in vain means your making the effort for no reason. It wasn't supposed to be a "hidden" tune. It was just recorded late and thus didn't make it into the liner notes.

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   Oct 15, 2023 · What does the title “Train in Vain” signify? The title “Train in Vain” serves as a metaphor for a futile struggle or effort. It symbolizes the protagonist’s attempts to salvage a failing relationship, ultimately realizing that their efforts were in vain.

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   The song title allegedly alludes to train journeys that Mick Jones, who sings lead vocals, used to take across London to see his then girlfriend Viv Albertine, but returning unhappy, in vain.

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   Train in Vain (Stand By Me) by The Clash song meaning, lyric interpretation, video and chart position.

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   Apr 28, 2024 · The clash of punk rock energy and heartfelt lyrics in “Train in Vain” is what makes this song truly special. The combination of aggressive guitar riffs, powerful vocals, and relatable lyrics creates a unique and unforgettable experience for listeners.

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   Feb 12, 2021 · To declare ‘London Calling’ and ‘Train in Vain (Stand by Me)’ as amongst the greatest album bookends of all time is hardly contentious, but fate nearly played it out very differently. Taken from the band’s uber-iconic masterpiece London Calling the track resided as an oddity in more ways than one.