Skip to Content
Streetsblog USA home
Streetsblog USA home
Log In
California

Friday Video: The High Speed Rail Anthem You’ve Been Waiting For

"Because 220 sure beats going 79."

We haven't stopped singing this absolute earworm about California's high speed rail project since it hit our inboxes last week — and now, neither will you.

To bastardize Bill Hader, this music video has everything: trackside saxophone solos! Sean Duffy jump scares! A brief history of the Shinkansen! Elon Musk in a cheese head! A very important reality check that we spend this much on highways literally all the time! Poorly executed flag tricks! A concrete call to action at the end of the video for Californians who want to do something to finish building this damn train already!

Seriously, hats off to Alex Davis, Californians for Electric Rail, and everyone else involved in this masterpiece. (Editor's note: And, hey, Jimmy and the Jaywalkers, you better update your sound (though your hearts are in the right place)!-GK)

Stay in touch

Sign up for our free newsletter

More from Streetsblog USA

Friday Video: How to Gear Up For Your Fall Bike Commute

The only must-haves for a cycling commute are a bike and a place you feel safe riding — but a few accessories don't hurt, either.

August 8, 2025

Can You Tell Me How to Get to Friday’s Headlines?

"Sesame Street," which taught generations of children about life in the big city, might not be long for this world.

August 8, 2025

Talking Headways Podcast: Technical Assistance for Equitable TOD

Emily LaFlamme on how the Elevated Works technical assistance program helps developers bring equitable transit-oriented development to life.

August 7, 2025

Thursday’s Headlines Wonder if Ride-Sharing Is Good, Actually

It's been shown to replace walking, biking and transit trips, but two writers argue it's better than taxis, and at least lifts the burden of car ownership.

August 7, 2025

This Company Wants to Help More Americans Buy Used E-Bikes

Trade wars in Washington are having a chilling effect on the U.S. bike market. Could selling more used cycles fill the gap?

August 7, 2025

We Can’t Have Justice For All Without Public Transit For All

A Philadelphia lawyer makes the case for why public transit is crucial for a fair justice system.

August 7, 2025
See all posts