Train of Consequences

Megadeth

About Train of Consequences

"Train of Consequences" is a song by American heavy metal band Megadeth. It was released as the first single from their sixth studio album Youthanasia in November 1994. The song was later included on the Megadeth compilation albums Capitol Punishment: The Megadeth Years (2000), Greatest Hits: Back to the Start (2005), Warchest (2007) and Anthology: Set the World Afire (2008).


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2014
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I'm doing you a favor
As I'm taking all your money
I guess I should feel sorry
But I don't even trust me
There's bad news creeping up
And you feel a sudden chill
How do you do? my name is trouble
I'm coming in for the kill

I'm in for the kill
And you know I will
Set the ball a-rollin'
I'll be clicking off the miles
On the Train of Consequences
My boxcar life of style
My thinking is derailed
I'm tied up to the tracks
The Train of Consequences
There ain't no turning back

No horse ever ran as fast
As the money that you bet
I'm blowing on my cards
And I play them to my chest
Life's fabric is corrupt
Shot through with corroded thread
As for me I hocked my brains
Packed my bags and headed West

I hocked my brains
headed West
Set the ball a-rollin'
I'll be clicking off the miles
On the Train of Consequences
My boxcar life of style
My thinking is derailed
I'm tied up to the tracks
The Train of Consequences
There ain't no turning back

Set the ball a-rollin'
I'll be clicking off the miles
On the Train of Consequences
My boxcar life of style
My thinking is derailed
I'm tied up to the tracks
The Train of Consequences
There ain't no turning back

Set the ball a-rollin'
I'll be clicking off the miles
On the Train of Consequences
My boxcar life of style
My thinking is derailed
I'm tied up to the tracks
The Train of Consequences
There ain't no turning back

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Megadeth

Megadeth is an American heavy metal band from Los Angeles, California which was formed in 1983 by Dave Mustaine and David Ellefson, after Mustaine's expulsion from Metallica. The band has since released 13 studio albums. A pioneer of the American thrash metal movement, Megadeth rose to international fame in the 1980s and was ranked as one of the "Big Four of Thrash" along with Metallica, Slayer and Anthrax, who were responsible for creating, developing and popularizing the thrash metal sub-genre. more »

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Written by: DAVE ELLEFSON, DAVE MUSTAINE, DAVID ELLEFSON, MARTIN FRIEDMAN, MARTY FRIEDMAN, NICK MENZA

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Album Origin
"Train of Consequences" is the opening track from Megadeth's sixth studio album, "Youthanasia," released in 1994.
Chart Performance
Despite being one of the band's lesser-known songs, "Train of Consequences" did reasonably well in the charts. It reached number 29 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.
Music Composition
The song is noted for its heavy and fast-paced riffs, characteristic of Megadeth's heavy metal sound. Its guitar solo is played by both Dave Mustaine and then-guitarist Marty Friedman.
Songwriting
The song was written by Megadeth's frontman, Dave Mustaine, and deals with themes of gambling and the consequences of making the wrong choices.
Music Video
The song has a unique music video which uses both animation and live action. It was directed by Wayne Isham, who has worked with other big names in rock and metal.
Single Release
"Train of Consequences" was the first single released from the "Youthanasia" album.
Reception
It is considered a standout track from the album and has been praised for its lyrics and complex musical structure.
Live Performances
The song has been a regular fixture in Megadeth's live setlists since its release, highlighting its popularity among fans.
RIAA Certification
Although "Train of Consequences" itself did not receive any certification, the album "Youthanasia" was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), meaning it sold over one million copies.
Creative Process
"Train of Consequences" was, according to music writer Joel McIver, the song that frontman Dave Mustaine worked the hardest on the lyrics for. The song took a considerable amount of time and effort to complete.

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