"Train in Vain"

"Train in Vain" is a song by The Clash, spelling out feelings of disappointment in a relationship that initially seemed promising. The title is a play on words, referencing both a "train" as a metaphor for progress and "vain" meaning futile or without reward. Essentially, it expresses frustration over investing effort and hope into something that ultimately doesn’t work out, leaving the singer feeling abandoned or let down. The song captures the universal experience of expecting commitment or change, only to face disillusionment.