Train Songs (The Band) To Add You Your Wedding Playlist

Since their first big hit in 1999, Train has amassed an incredible 14 Top 10 Billboard hits. Their music is defined by “clever lyrics” and “memorable hooks,” making them a perfect fit for modern weddings. Whether you need a tear-jerking processional or a high-energy dance floor filler, Train’s discography offers a “one-track mind” focus on love and celebration.

Essential Train Wedding Moments

The Ultimate Processional: “Marry Me” (2009). You probably guessed this would be our top pick! “Marry Me” is the “perfect” bride or groom processional song. Its lyrics are a direct promise of devotion: “Marry me, today and every day.” It’s a timeless choice that works in almost any part of the ceremony.
The “Ukelele” Anthem: “Hey, Soul Sister” (2009). As I highlight in my 2000s book, this was the top-selling song on iTunes in 2010. Its “breezy, ukulele-driven” sound makes it an excellent choice for a bridesmaid processional or a light-hearted cocktail hour sing-along.
The “Tribute” Song: “Drops of Jupiter” (2001). While it’s an iconic pop-rock hit, this song was actually written to remember a loved one (specifically a mother). It can be a “meaningful parent dance” song if someone is stepping in to celebrate a mother who has passed.
The High-Energy Floor Filler: “Drive By” (2012). If you love Train’s upbeat side, this is a “must-play.” Its fast-paced rhythm is guaranteed to fill the dance floor and get your guests “bopping their heads”.

Expert DJ Tips for a Train Set

The “Mariachi” Twist: For a fun and funny way to end your reception, consider “50 Ways To Say Goodbye” (2012). The inclusion of the mariachi band adds a unique “party flair” to the final song of the night.
The San Francisco Connection: If you are getting married in the Bay Area or grew up there, “Save Me, San Francisco” (2011) is a “must-play.” It’s the San Francisco equivalent of Alicia Keys’ “Empire State of Mind”.
For the “Blue Jeans” Wedding: If you’re planning a casual or “denim and lace” themed wedding, “Angel in Blue Jeans” (2014) is an underrated gem that fits the theme perfectly and keeps guests happy.
Remembering Loved Ones: For a more somber ceremony moment, “Calling All Angels” (2003) or “When I Look To The Sky” (2004) are beautiful choices to “call on angels” to watch over you or to honor a friend or family member lost too soon.

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Train Highest-Charting Billboard Hits

(U.S. Adult Contemporary)

#1 Drops of Jupiter (Tell Me), 2001
#1 Calling All Angels, 2003
#1 Hey, Soul Sister, 2009
#1 If It’s Love, 2010
#1 This Christmas, 2015
#2 Meet Virginia, 1999
#2 Drive By, 2012
#3 Marry Me, 2010
#4 50 Ways to Say Goodbye, 2012
#5 Joy to the World, 2012
#5 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, 2015
#6 Get to Me, 2005
#6 Save Me, San Francisco, 2011
#6 Play That Song, 2016
#8 Angel in Blue Jeans, 2014
#9 When I Look to the Sky, 2004
#9 Cab, 2005

Love Songs List

Play That Song
Released in 2016 on the album A Girl, a Bottle, a Boat

If you have a DJ at your wedding reception, the song lyrics fit perfectly into a cocktail or background song that will have everyone singing along and tapping their toes.

Play that song
The one that makes me go all night long
The one that makes me think of you
That’s all you gotta do

Angel in Blue Jeans
Released in 2014 on the album Bulletproof Picasso

An underrated train song that just finds a way of making you happy and bopping your head. If you are having a wedding wearing jeans, this would fit the theme.

And there you are
Like a highway headed my way
Life is but a dream
I was shot down by your love
My angel in blue jeans

50 Ways To Say Goodbye
Released in 2012 on the album California 37

Gotta love the inclusion of the mariachi band! This could be a fun and funny way to end your reception on the way out the door.

I wanna live a thousand lives with you
I wanna be the one you’re dying to love

Drive By
Released in 2012 on the album California 37

If you love Train’s music, this will be a must-play during dancing and will fill the dance floor.

I swear to you, I’ll be there for you
This is not a drive by
Just a shy guy, looking for a two-ply Hefty bag
To hold my love

Mermaid
Released in 2012 on the album California 37

If you are looking for a unique song to play while the garter is being removed from the bride’s leg, check out this song.

Saving me was B-I-G
All the boy fish in the sea
They all wish that they could be me

Save Me, San Francisco
Released in 2011 on the album Save Me, San Francisco

If you live in New York, Alicia Key’s song “Empire State of Mind” is a must-play. The same goes for this song for those who live or grew up in San Francisco.

So, wrap me up return to sender
Let’s forget this 5 year bender
Take me to my city by the Bay

If It’s Love
Released in 2010 on the album Save Me, San Francisco

A great love song story that could accent the cake cutting or as a party song while guests are dancing.

If it’s love
And we decide that it’s forever
No one else could do it better

Marry Me
Released in 2009 on the album Save Me, San Francisco

You probably already guessed this song would be #1 on our list and you would be correct. “Marry Me” makes for the perfect bride or groom processional song. Actually, you could incorporate this song into any aspect of your wedding and I’m sure it would fit nicely into the playlist.

Now that the wait is over
And love and has finally showed her my way
Marry me
Today and every day

Hey, Soul Sister
Released in 2009 on the album Save Me, San Francisco

This song is Train’s highest-ranked song on the Billboard Top 100 at 3rd place. In addition, it was the top-selling song on iTunes in 2010. We can even add this song to a list of songs featuring a ukelele.

The song makes for the perfect bridesmaid song!

I’m so glad you have a one-track mind like me
You gave my life direction
A game show love connection we can’t deny

Calling All Angels
Released in 2003 on the album My Private Nation

Another song to remember a loved one lost too soon. You could also include the song into a ceremony song calling angels to watch over you.

When there is no place safe and no safe place to put my head
When you feel the world shake from the words that are said
And I’m calling all angels

When I Look To The Sky
Released in 2003 on the album My Private Nation

If you have a friend or family member who passed on, this is a great tribute song to remember lost loved ones.

And every dance on the kitchen floor we didn’t dance before
And every sunset that we’ll miss I’ll wrap them all up in a kiss
And pick you up in all of this when I sail away

Drops of Jupiter
Released in 2001 on the album Drops of Jupiter

Another song to remember loved ones lost, particularly a Mother. This song could be a great parent dance with someone stepping in to celebrate your Mother.