During 1970 and 1971, Wailer, Marley and Tosh worked with renowned reggae producers Leslie Kong and Lee "Scratch" Perry.
They released four albums before signing to Island Records in 1972. Two more albums were created before Tosh and Wailer left the band in 1974, citing grievances over label treatment and ideological differences. Marley carried on with a new line-up, including the I-Threes that put out seven more more albums. Marley died in 1981.
The Wailers were a groundbreaking ska and reggae group, noted for songs such as "Simmer Down", "Trenchtown Rock", "Nice Time", "War", "Stir It Up" and "Get Up, Stand Up".
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Marley_and_the_Wailers
Studio albums
The Wailing Wailers (1965)
The Best of the Wailers (1970; released 1971)
Soul Rebels (1970)
Soul Revolution Part II (1971)
Catch a Fire (1973)
Burnin' (1973)
Natty Dread (1974)
Rastaman Vibration (1976)
Exodus (1977)
Kaya (1978)
Survival (1979)
Uprising (1980)
Confrontation (1983)
Stop That Train
Bob Marley & The Wailers Lyrics
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Come on baby come on and stir it up little darling, stir it up
It's been a long long time since I've got you on my mind
And now you are here
I say it's so clear
To see what we can do, honey, just me and you
Come on and stir it up, little darling, stir it up
I'll push the wood, I'll blaze your fire
Then I'll satisfy your heart's desire
Said I'll stir it up, yeah, ev'ry minute, yeah
All you got to do is keep it in, baby
And stir it up, little darling, stir it up
Come on and stir it up, oh, little darling, stir it up, yeah
Oh, will you quench me while I'm thirsty?
Come and cool me down when I'm hot?
Your recipe, darling, is so tasty
And you sure can stir your pot
So stir it up, little darling, stir it up
Come on and stir it up, oh, little darling, stir it up
Come on and stir it up, oh, little darling, stir it up
The lyrics of Bob Marley's song, "Stop that Train," depict a man who is tired of his current situation and wants to leave it all behind. He is leaving his homeland either way and wants the train to stop so that he can get on it. The song is about realizing that the current situation is not for him, he has done his best tried his best, but he still cannot find happiness.
The lyrics also describe the struggles of people living in poverty. Some people are going east, and some are going to the west. Some are doing their best, and some are just surviving. The overall message of the song is about moving on and finding something better.
The song's lyrics were written by Peter Tosh, former member of the Wailers. It was also Tosh who sang it during the early years of the band. Bob Marley later recorded it with a slight change in the lyrics, and it became one of his early hits.
Line by Line Meaning
Stop that train, I'm leavin' today!
The singer wants the train to stop because he is leaving and wants to get off.
Stop that train, I'm leavin' anyway!
Regardless of what happens, the singer is determined to leave and wants the train to stop.
Stop that train, I'm leavin'
The singer wants the train to stop so that he can leave.
And I said, it won't be too long whether I'm right or wrong
The singer is confident that his departure will happen soon, regardless of whether or not it's the right decision.
All my good life I've been a lonely man
The singer has been lonely for his entire life.
Teachin' my people who don't understand
The singer has been trying to teach people who do not get what he's saying.
And even though I tried my best
The singer has tried his hardest to teach people, but they still don't understand.
I still can't find no happiness
Despite his efforts, the singer is still not happy.
So I got to say
The singer is ready to speak his truth.
Some goin' east, and-a some goin' to west
People are going in different directions, both literally and figuratively.
Some stand aside to try their best
Some people choose to watch and do their best in the situation.
Some livin' big, but the most is livin' small
Some people are living extravagantly, but the majority are living poorly.
They just can't even find no food at all
Some people are struggling to find the basic necessities.
I mean, stop it
The singer is urging for change and wants something to be done about the situation.
Stop that train, I'm leavin', believe me, mm-hmm
The singer is telling the train to stop because he truly means it and is set on leaving.
Stop that train, I'm leavin', I don't mind!
The singer doesn't care what happens, he just wants the train to stop so he can leave.
Stop that train, I'm leavin'
The singer wants the train to stop so that he can leave and start a new chapter.
And I said, it won't be too long whether I'm right or wrong
Regardless of whether or not it's the right decision, the singer knows he'll be leaving soon.
Stop that train, I'm leavin', believe me
The singer is emphasizing the urgency of the situation and wants the train to stop so he can leave.
Stop that train, I'm leavin', can't take it!
The singer is in a situation he can't handle and is desperate to leave.
Stop that train, I'm leavin', got to be better!
The singer is looking forward to a better future and wants to leave his current situation behind.
It won't be too long whether I'm right or wrong
The singer knows he's leaving soon, regardless of whether or not it's the right decision.
I said it won't be too long whether I'm right or wrong
The singer repeats that he'll be leaving soon, regardless of whether or not it's the right decision.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PETER TOSH
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@eddymanijean6794
"Stop That Train"
Stop that train: I'm leavin' - today!
Stop that train: I'm leavin' - anyway!
Stop that train: I'm leavin'. And I said:
It won't be too long whether I'm right or wrong;
I said, it won't be too long whether I'm right or wrong.
All my good life I've been a lonely man,
Teachin' my people who don't understand;
And even though I tried my best,
I still can't find no happiness.
So I got to say:
Stop that train: I'm leavin' - oh, baby now!
Stop that train: I'm leavin' - don't care what you say!
Stop that train: I'm leavin'. And I said:
It won't be too long whether I'm right or wrong;
Said, it won't be too long whether I'm right or wrong.
Some goin' east; and-a some goin' west,
Some stand aside to try their best.
Some livin' big, but the most is livin' small::
They just can't even find no food at all.
I mean, stop it:
Stop that train: I'm leavin' - leavin', mm-hmm.
Stop that train: I'm leavin' - I don't mind!
Stop that train: I'm leavin'. And I said:
It won't be too long whether I'm right or wrong;
I said it won't be too long whether I'm right or wrong.
Stop that train: I'm leavin' - leavin'!
Stop that train: I'm leavin' - can't take it!
Stop that train: I'm leavin' - got to be better!
It won't be too long whether I'm right or wrong;
I said it won't be too long whether I'm right or wrong.
@theloniouscoltrane3778
"Stop That Train"
Stop that train: I'm leavin' - today!
Stop that train: I'm leavin' - anyway!
Stop that train: I'm leavin'. And I said:
It won't be too long whether I'm right or wrong;
I said, it won't be too long whether I'm right or wrong.
All my good life I've been a lonely man,
Teachin' my people who don't understand;
And even though I tried my best,
I still can't find no happiness.
So I got to say:
Stop that train: I'm leavin' - oh, baby now!
Stop that train: I'm leavin' - don't care what you say!
Stop that train: I'm leavin'. And I said:
It won't be too long whether I'm right or wrong;
Said, it won't be too long whether I'm right or wrong.
Some goin' east; and-a some goin' west,
Some stand aside to try their best.
Some livin' big, but the most is livin' small::
They just can't even find no food at all.
I mean, stop it:
Stop that train: I'm leavin' - leavin', mm-hmm.
Stop that train: I'm leavin' - I don't mind!
Stop that train: I'm leavin'. And I said:
It won't be too long whether I'm right or wrong;
I said it won't be too long whether I'm right or wrong.
Stop that train: I'm leavin' - leavin'!
Stop that train: I'm leavin' - can't take it!
Stop that train: I'm leavin' - got to be better!
It won't be too long whether I'm right or wrong;
I said it won't be too long whether I'm right or wrong. [fadeout]
@corus2960
absolutely timeless. such a shame most people think bob marley and peter tosh are only music to smoke with. political and spiritual messages at their peak. voice of the poor, the powerless and the misunderstood. yet so much positive energy to uplift.
@ChEs-qi3tl
Agree ❤
@among_vegans9690
Rastafari!
@rodrigocampo9014
You can smoke and issue that messages, in fact they did....
@jamalalqassem5079
I feel like "most" is a strong word here, but then again... toktok 😔 many our chidren (even adults actually) are lost
@shrimpflea
RIP Aston "Familyman" Barrett.
@MojoRising-oi9ef
The Catch A Fire album is a masterpiece. Just brilliant. Pure art. 👌
@tonyrosales915
Thank you Peter Mackintosh for such a beautiful tune. My favorite Wailers song growing up....
@rosaturban1668
Bob + Peter + Bunny = ❤
@localafh
The undisputed King of Reggae! He started the modern day Reggae Revolution. A true pioneer. ‘Love Always’ Matthew 19:26