“Runaway Train” by Culture Club

Culture’s “Runaway Train” centers on the idea that “truth is a runaway train”. And honestly the exact meaning of this phrase is not made clear by the song’s lyrics.

You can view the lyrics, alternate interprations and sheet music for Culture Club's Runaway Train at Lyrics.org.

What is clear is that the first half of this song is based on the band’s experiences on the road. And it is for this reason that Culture Club’s lead singer Boy George gives a shoutout to places as diverse as Boston, California and Rome. However, closer to the end of the song he gets into a relationship he has with someone he loves. The exact nature of their association is not specified. But what is definitively stated is that his strong affection for this individual is enduring.

What Boy George said about “Runaway Train”

Boy George himself has described this song as “really a travelogue” which is “about traveling around America”. But obviously, as alluded to earlier, there is more to this track than just delineating the artist’s travel experiences, which additionally extend outside of the boundaries of the United States.

So perhaps in the future or in another context (i.e. a different song), George will elucidate the meaning of the metaphor between “truth” and “a runaway train” as well as explain who he is expressing so much affection for in the fourth verse. However, considering that he has also stated an appreciation for “being loved and adored” by his fans as inspiration to write this song, maybe it is they who that particular sentiment is aimed toward.

Lyrics of "Runaway Train"

Release Date of “Runaway Train”

“Runaway Train” was released by BMG Rights Management as part of Culture Club’s album Life on 26 October 2018. FYI, Life came out as Culture Club’s first album in almost 20 years.

Official Remix

Culture Club did a remix of this song featuring the iconic Gladys Knight. This remix marked the first collaboration between Gladys Knight and Boy George.

Who wrote “Runaway Train”?

This noted Culture Club song was written by Boy George.

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