I Am
Train
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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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Written by: PAT MONAHAN, ROBERT HOTCHKISS, ROBERT S HOTCHKISS
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
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."
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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.
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SONG PRODUCTIONThe song, like the rest of the album, was produced by renowned record producers Charles Colin, Jimmy Stafford, Rob Hotchkiss, Pat Monahan, and Scott Underwood.
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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.
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LEAD VOCALSPat Monahan, the lead vocalist of the band, is the voice behind "I Am." Monahan is known for his extensive range and dramatic vocal style.
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CRITICAL RESPONSEWhile "I Am" was not released as a single, it received positive responses from critics, who praised its emotional depth and Monahan’s vocal performance.
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LYRICAL THEMEThe 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.
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LIVE PERFORMANCESDespite 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.
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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.
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MEMBERS CONTRIBUTIONApart 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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