đź“Ť If you enjoy "safe," catchy pop-rock with high energy, this track is a classic of its era. However, if you prefer lyrics with logical depth, the "drive-by" metaphor might prove distracting. Track Review: Train, 'Drive By' - Billboard

Some fans find the lyrics "nonsense" but "catchy as hell," while others find them "soul destroying" after repeated radio play.

The song’s lyrics center on a protagonist trying to convince a one-night stand that he wants a real relationship.