Lead singer Pat Monahan uses a "tuneful, rap-like cadence" in the verses before shifting to a smooth pop melody in the chorus.
The song is built on a "virulently infectious" acoustic rhythm and a staccato guitar strum that mirrors the band's previous hit, "Hey, Soul Sister". Train - Drive By (Audio)
"Drive By" by Train is widely regarded as a high-energy, infectious pop-rock track that polarized critics upon its 2012 release. While Billboard praised its "joyful exuberance," many critics and listeners found its lyrical choices—particularly the use of a "drive-by" as a romantic metaphor—to be bizarre or confusing. 🎵 Musical Vibe Lead singer Pat Monahan uses a "tuneful, rap-like