"Town With No Cheer" is a song performed by Scarlett Johansson, originally written and recorded by Tom Waits. The lyrics depict the desolation and emptiness of a small town and its declining state. The song talks about the town being incredibly hot and dry, with no relief or oasis for the local grazier. It mentions the train journey from Melbourne to Adelaide on the Overlander, where the train stops less frequently in Serviceton, leaving the town with little activity or life. The lyrics paint a picture of a town that has lost its charm and spirit. The Victorian rhubarb, which served as a watering hole for sixty-five years, couldn't keep the town's spirit alive. With no cheer and little activity, the townspeople have nothing to do but be thirsty in the scorching heat. The lack of amenities and resources is emphasized by highlighting the absence of drinks such as Bourbon and Branchwater, which were once fought for by the townspeople against the decision of Vic Rail to close down the canteen. The song suggests a sense of frustration, resignation, and resignation of the town's inhabitants, who are left with no hope or relief in their desolate surroundings. It conveys the sadness and loneliness that can arise in a town where vitality and joy have been stripped away.
