Lonely Train

Black Stone Cherry

About Lonely Train

"Lonely Train" is the debut single by hard rock band Black Stone Cherry, from their self-titled album, which was released on July 18, 2006. It peaked at #14 on the Mainstream Rock Tracks Billboard chart, and was selected as a free single on iTunes in July 2006. "It's about friends who've served in the military," noted singer Chris Robertson, "and it's kinda anti-war, although we're very grateful for the men and women who fight for our country."With a heavy chugging riff, deep growly vocals, and distorted and aggressive heavy metal sound, 'Lonely Train' is atypical of the group's Southern rock-style sound.  


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2006
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Big train rolling down the line
Makes me lonely
Sometimes I wish to ride away
Sometimes I want to ride away

Big plane flying through the clouds
Makes me worry
Sometimes I wish to fly away
Sometimes I want to fly away

But you can't judge a book, looking at the cover
You can't love someone, messing with another, no
You can't win a war, fighting with your brother
You wanna have peace, gotta love one another

Big guns lighting up the sky
Makes me worry
Sometimes I wish to run away
Sometimes I want to run away

But you can't judge a book, looking at the cover
You can't love someone, messing with another, no
You can't win a war, fighting with your brother
You wanna have peace, gotta love one another

I have seen my brothers
In ashes on the ground
And maybe in a new life
We can turn this thing around

But you can't judge a book, looking at the cover
You can't love someone, messing with another, no
You can't win a war, fighting with your brother
You wanna have peace, gotta love one another

No you can't judge a book
Gotta love one another
Can't judge a book
No you can't judge a book

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Black Stone Cherry

Black Stone Cherry is an American rock band, formed in 2001 in Edmonton, Kentucky. They are signed to Roadrunner Records. The band consists of Chris Robertson (lead vocals, lead guitar), Ben Wells (rhythm guitar, backing vocals), Jon Lawhon (bass guitar, backing vocals), and John Fred Young (drums, backing vocals). Black Stone Cherry have released three studio albums and three EPs, and have charted eight singles on the U.S. Mainstream Rock Tracks charts. more »

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Written by: BENJAMIN DANIEL WELLS, CHRIS ROBERTSON, JOHN FREDERICK YOUNG, JON LAWHON, RICHARD OREN YOUNG

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10 facts about this song

Song Background
"Lonely Train" is a song by an American rock band named "Black Stone Cherry." It was the first single released from their self-titled debut album in 2006.
Record Label
The song was composed under the banner of Roadrunner Records, a renowned music recording company known for chart-topping rock and metal bands.
Musical Style
The track is characterized by a modern hard rock style merged with a distinctive Southern rock flavor. It's representative of the band's Kentucky origins.
Song Theme
The lyrics of "Lonely Train" highlight issues of war and struggle, giving voice to the pain and anguish often associated with these topics.
Chart Performance
The song was successful in rock music charts, reaching number 14 on the Mainstream Rock Tracks chart and number 36 on the UK Singles Chart.
Music Video
The music video for "Lonely Train" has a stark, intense visual aesthetic. It shows the band performing in a warehouse while interjecting scenes of a young man contemplating his enlistment in the military.
Band's Recognition
"Lonely Train" played a significant role in propelling Black Stone Cherry to recognition in the rock music scene.
Critical Acclaim
The song received positive reviews from music critics, who praised Black Stone Cherry's unique blend of hard rock and Southern style.
Legacy
Over the years, "Lonely Train" has grown into an anthem among the band's fans. It is often played in live concerts and helps define Black Stone Cherry's signature sound.
Cover Versions
The track has sparked numerous cover versions by fans and musicians alike, demonstrating its lasting influence and popularity. It's also featured on several game soundtracks which helped its exposure to wider audiences.

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