Trains
Porcupine Tree · In Absentia [2002]
Shiny and contoured the railway winds
And I've heard the sound from my cousin's bed
The hiss of the train at the railway head
Always the summers are slipping away
A 60 ton angel falls to the earth
A pile of old metal, a radiant blur
Scars in the country, the summer and her
Always the summers are slipping away
Find me a way for making it stay
When I hear the engine pass
I'm kissing you wide
The hissing subsides
I'm in luck
When the evening reaches here
You're tying me up
I'm dying of love
It's OK
Trains - Porcupine Tree
"Trains" is a pivotal track from Porcupine Tree's 2002 album In Absentia, marking a significant shift in the band's sound. Released during a period of intense experimentation, the song blends progressive rock structures with atmospheric electronic elements, reflecting the group's evolving identity. The recording features layered vocals and complex instrumentation that define the album's introspective mood. As a cornerstone of their discography, the track exemplifies the band's ability to merge technical proficiency with emotional depth, influencing the progressive metal and post-rock scenes of the early 2000s. Its enduring presence in their catalog highlights its role in establishing Porcupine Tree's reputation as innovators within the genre.