Interstate Love Song

Stone Temple Pilots

About Interstate Love Song

"Interstate Love Song" is a song by American rock band Stone Temple Pilots. Released in 1994, the song is from the band's second studio album, Purple. Considered one of the band's biggest hits, "Interstate Love Song" reached number one on the US Billboard Album Rock Tracks chart on September 17, 1994, replacing the band's previous single "Vasoline". The song stayed at number one for 15 weeks, a record at the time, and gave STP 17 consecutive weeks at number one with both songs. It also peaked at number two on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart and in Iceland, as well as number 20 in Canada. In 2003, "Interstate Love Song" was featured on the greatest hits compilation Thank You. In 2009, it was named the 58th best hard rock song of all time by VH1. The song was ranked at number 17 on Australian alternative music station Triple J's Hottest 100 countdown of 1994. In the UK, the song peaked at number 53. "Interstate Love Song" is praised as one of the best songs of the 1990s. 


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2003
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Waitin' on a sunday afternoon for what I've read between the lines - Your lies 
Feelin' Like a hand in rusted shame. So do you laugh or does it cry - Reply?

Leavin' On a southern train only yesterday you lied 
Promises of what I seemed to be only watched the time go by
All of these things you said to me 

Breathing Is the hardest thing to do with all I've said and all that's dead for 
you
You lied - Goodbye 

Leavin' on a southern train only yesterday you lied 
Promises of what I seemed to be only watched the time go by 
All of these things I said to you 

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Stone Temple Pilots

Stone Temple Pilots (often abbreviated to STP) is an American rock band from San Diego, California that consists of Scott Weiland (lead vocals), brothers Robert DeLeo (bass guitar, vocals) and Dean DeLeo (guitar), and Eric Kretz (drums, percussion). more »

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Written by: Dean DeLeo, Robert Emile DeLeo, Eric Kretz, Scott Richard Weiland

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12 facts about this song

Album Anecdote
"Interstate Love Song" is one of the hit singles from Stone Temple Pilots' second studio album, "Purple", which was released in 1994.
Chart Topper
It was incredibly successful on the charts, reaching number 1 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart in America. It held this position for a record-breaking 15 weeks.
Song Content
The song was penned by the band's frontman, Scott Weiland and its lyrics discuss the struggles of his addiction and relationship problems, veiled in metaphors related to long road trips.
Musical Fusion
The song incorporates elements of rock, pop, country, and blues, creating a distinct sound that is associated with the band.
Classic Rock Influence
The distinct slide guitar parts in the song were influenced by classic Southern rock bands, illustrating Stone Temple Pilots' diverse musical influences.
Acclaim
In 1994, "Interstate Love Song" was named the 'Best Song by a Band' by Rolling Stone magazine, among other accolades
MTV's Unplugged Session
The song also features on the band's MTV Unplugged session, where it was performed acoustically.
Song Meaning Clarification
Weiland revealed in his autobiography "Not Dead & Not for Sale" that the song was about his failing relationship with his then-girlfriend, mainly due to his spiraling drug addiction.
Popularity
As per Spotify data, it is the most-streamed Stone Temple Pilots song on the platform, illustrating its enduring popularity.
Cover Versions
Many artists have covered the song including Aaron Lewis of Staind, who performed an intense and well-received rendition during a live concert for SiriusXM.
Video Visualization
The music video for "Interstate Love Song" includes footage of the band on tour and clips of old movies, reflecting the transient imagery prevalent in the song's lyrics.
Legacy
The song is considered a classic and often appears on playlists, segueing into modern rock radio, showing its lasting impact on popular music.

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