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Train

San Francisco, CA

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rock Popularity: 73 Popular Division

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36
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Region: Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains Conference: Pacific Regional Rank: #8

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About Train

Emerging from the vibrant music scene of San Francisco, Train carved a niche for themselves in the rock landscape with their catchy melodies and storytelling lyrics. The band's strong connection to their Bay Area roots is evident not only in their formation but also in songs like "Save Me, San Francisco" and "California 37," which pay direct homage to their hometown. Their sound, characterized by a blend of rock sensibilities and pop hooks, has resonated with a wide audience, earning them a popularity score of 90.

Train's music often incorporates a sense of place, extending beyond their San Francisco origins. Their discography includes tracks that reference diverse locations, painting vivid pictures of American landscapes and experiences. From the sun-drenched imagery of "Drive By" (Los Angeles) to the soulful depths of "Mississippi," and even the unexpected nod to the nation's capital in "Idaho," Train demonstrates a knack for weaving geography into their songwriting. The band's ability to connect with listeners through both personal narratives and broader cultural touchstones has solidified their place in the modern rock canon.

Locations in Lyrics

18 location references across 9 songs

Songs & Places

Save Me, San Francisco
San Francisco, CA , CA , OR Seattle, WA
"Won't you save me, San Francisco?"
Drive By
Los Angeles, CA New York City, NY Santa Fe, NM
"'Cause you moved to west L.A."
Meet Virginia
, VA
"Meet Virginia"
California 37
, CA San Francisco, CA
"California 37 took me right to Heaven's door"
Idaho
, ID , TX , ME , FL Washington, DC , NC , SC
"I think I'm moving to Idaho"
Mississippi
, MS , LA
"They call her Mississippi"
Lincoln Avenue
Erie, PA
"Now it takes me back to times on Lincoln Avenue"
Save Me; San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
Calling All Angels
Anaheim, CA

Rivers & Roads in Song Nearby

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