Although Waits' original didn't reach the charts, "Downtown Train" became a massive hit for other artists: Downtown Train - Song of the Day for Today

Released on the 1985 album , "Downtown Train" stands out as one of Tom Waits' most enduring and accessible tracks, famously described by the artist himself as "kind of a pop song". Song Meaning and Themes

Directed by Jean-Baptiste Mondino, the black-and-white video features a cameo from legendary boxer Jake LaMotta . It depicts Waits as a "modern-day Romeo" wandering the waterfront and serenading his affection while playing an accordion. Famous Covers and Commercial Success