VERSE
Railroad Man
Eels
Feel like an old railroad man
Ridin' out on the bluemont line
Hummin' along old dominion blues
Not much to see and not much left to lose
And i know i can walk along the tracks
It may take a little longer but i'll know
How to find my way back
I feel like an old railroad man
Who's really tried the best that he can
To make his life add up to something good
But this engine no longer burns on wood
And i guess i may never understand
The times that i live in
Are not made for a railroad man
I feel like an old railroad man
Getting on board at the end of an age
The station's empty and the whistle blows
Things are faster now
And this train is just too slow
And i know i can walk along the tracks
It may take a little longer but i'll know
How to find my way back
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About this Song
Railroad Man by Eels is a poignant song that delves into themes of loneliness, introspection, and the quest for identity and purpose. The lyrics tell the story of a man who seems to work on the railroad, symbolizing a journey both physically and mentally. The railroad can be seen as a metaphor for life's path and the struggles encountered along the way. Key themes in the song include isolation and the struggle for personal meaning. Particularly poignant moments in the song involve the portrayal of the character's internal battles and reflective questions about his place in the world.
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