This Train
Bob Marley & Peter Tosh Lyrics
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When I was just a kid,
My mama used to sing a song.
now I've grown to be a man
Well it lingers deep within my soul
Lingers deep within my soul.
Talking about, this train is bound to glory(this train).
This train it is bound to glory,
This train it don't carry no unholy.
(This train)yeah,yeah(this train).
(uh-uh-uh,uh-uh-uh,uh-uh-uh)!!!
Now I´m a man,
I remember my mama´s song,
And the felling that it gives still lingers deep within my soul
Lingers deep within my soul.
I´m talking about my mama's song,
is bound to glory(this train),
This train is bound to glory(this train),
This train is bound to glory(ohhhh)
This train it don't carry no unholy,
This train,uhh yeah!!!
(this train)
(this train)I´m leaving on a mornig train,
(this train)The evening train will be too late!
(this train)Leaving on a mornig train,
(this train)The evening train will be too late!
(this train)Talking about..
(this train)...the song my mama used to sing!
(this train)
(uh-uh-uh)....
The lyrics of Bob Marley & The Wailers's song This Train are about a childhood memory of the singer. He remembers his mother singing this song when he was a kid, and even though he is now a grown man, the song still lingers deep within his soul. The train represents a journey towards glory, which is a common theme in African American spiritual songs. The refrain "This train is bound to glory" is repeated several times, emphasizing the positive message of the song.
The train ride symbolizes a spiritual journey towards a better life and freedom. The lyrics suggest that this train doesn't carry any "unholy" people, meaning that only the righteous and the worthy are allowed aboard. The train represents the hope of a brighter future for people who have suffered under oppression and slavery. The song's upbeat tempo and energetic chorus suggest that the journey towards glory is full of excitement and joy.
Line by Line Meaning
When I was just a kid,
As a child, I heard this song from my mother.
My mama used to sing a song.
My mother sang this song to me.
now I've grown to be a man
As an adult, my feelings towards this song remain strong.
Well it lingers deep within my soul
This song has left a lasting impact on me.
Lingers deep within my soul.
The memory of this song continues to resonate with me.
Talking about, this train is bound to glory(this train).
The song is about a train that is destined for paradise.
This train is bound to glory(this train).
This train is heading for a heavenly destination.
This train it is bound to glory,
This train is on its way to heaven.
This train it don't carry no unholy.
This train is reserved for righteous and pure souls only.
(This train)yeah,yeah(this train).
This train embodies hope and salvation.
(uh-uh-uh,uh-uh-uh,uh-uh-uh)!!!
This is a jubilant and celebratory song.
I remember my mama´s song,
I still recall the song my mother sang to me.
This train is bound to glory(this train),
This train is headed for eternal glory and salvation.
This train it don't carry no unholy,
Only the pure and righteous are allowed to board this train.
This train,uhh yeah!!!
This train is a symbol of hope and faith.
(this train)
The train represents a journey towards a better place.
(this train)I´m leaving on a mornig train,
I am eagerly starting my journey to a better place.
(this train)The evening train will be too late!
Only those who embark on this journey with haste will reach their destination.
(this train)Talking about..
Continuing to sing and celebrate the journey towards salvation.
(this train)...the song my mama used to sing!
Reiterating the importance and impact of the song that was passed down through generations.
(uh-uh-uh)...
An expression of joy and spirited celebration.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BOB MARLEY, DP
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