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Train (reimagined)

from Still On My Mind by Abby Litman

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“Train (reimagined)” is a vivid depiction of the aftermath of a breakup, set into motion with nylon-stringed guitars reminiscent of Nick Drake, Joni Mitchell-inspired melodies and a lyrical journey from the city to the water. A banjo and bright pedal steel lines bring the track a distinctly Americana feel, while its layered harmonies and background vocals give it an almost communal, anthemic quality. It builds slowly, but keeps your attention throughout. And by the song’s end, no doubt you’ll be moved to “sing along” as the lyrics suggest.
The song’s artwork is the reverse side of a quilt depicting the California landscape. With its swathes of greens and blues, it appears much like how it might from a moving train window.

lyrics

On his train ride home today the ocean to his right
Can't remember how he got there only time to wonder why
City smog shifts to blue as concrete turns to sand
Pier lights on the water empty pockets hold his hands

Hold his hands
Hold his hands
Hold his hands
Hold

On his train ride memories in tow the ocean to his left
A collared shirt, a light blue sweater, clothes returning to his chest
Mountain landscapes turn to skylines seagulls now see pigeons fly
Yellow sun shifts to orange he never said goodbye

Say goodbye
Say goodbye
Say goodbye
Goodbye

He begins to question life like birds question the night
He can hear them keep on singing, city lights brighten the dark sky
He wonders what they're doing, who can hear their song
Sleeping people dream their days gone, with the birds he sings along

Sing along
Sing along
Sing along
Sing

credits

from Still On My Mind, track released December 1, 2022
Produced by: John Fatum
Engineered by: Dillon Casey
Mixed by: Robin MacMillan
Mastered by: Chris Boerner
Recorded at: Verdugo Sound

Classical Guitar and Vocals: Abby Litman
Drums/Classical Guitar: John Fatum
Bass and Background Vocals: Daniel Bailen
Guitars/Pedal Steel/Banjo: Mike Robinson

Single Artwork - Nicole Jaffe

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Abby Litman Los Angeles, California

Singer/songwriter Abby Litman is an up-and-coming folk musician whose songs marry the lyrical traditions of American folk music with inventive acoustic arrangements and modern concepts. She’s also the founder of LA concert series Good Folk. Her influences range from Nick Drake to Edna St. Vincent Millay to Joni Mitchell. In 2021, Abby worked with producer Tyler Chester to record EP “On My Mind.” ... more

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