Freedom Train
Carr James Lyrics
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Can't you hear that whistle blowing?
It's time to get your ticket y'all and get on board
It's time for all the people to take this freedom ride
Got to together and work for freedom side by side
That's why I tell ya
I'm gonna ride on the freedom train
I got to get on the freedom train
From this day on
I'll be a free man, yes I will, I'll be a free man now
Look like the times are changing, people
The train is waiting in the station
Go on up to the mountain top and get on board
We gonna ride on through the valley
Under the clear blue sky
Every man is gonna walk right proud with his head up high
Come on, y'all, come on
We got to, we got to ride the freedom train
We ain't gonna live this way again
I got to get on the freedom train
From this day on
Oh, I'll be a free man, yes I will I'll be a free man, yeah
Won't have to cry no more
(Got to ride the freedom train) got my ticket
(Got to ride the freedom train) get on board
(Got to ride the freedom train) ride, ride, ride, we gonna ride
(Got to ride the freedom train) we gonna ride with our heads held high
(Got to ride the freedom train) we gonna move
(Got to ride the freedom train) got to keep on moving
(Got to ride the freedom train)
The lyrics to Carr James's song Freedom Train express the idea of embracing freedom and getting on a journey to achieve liberation. The train is a metaphor for the vehicle that would take them to the land of the free, and the train whistle signifies the call to action for individuals to join in the fight for freedom. Carr James emphasizes the importance of everyone banding together and working hand in hand to achieve this collective goal. These partnerships need to remain steadfast, regardless of the mountain tops or valleys that they encounter along the way.
As the train stands in the station, it beckons to everyone to join their journey to freedom. The lyrics encourage individuals to find their way to the train station to hop on board and unite with everyone else to move forward towards liberty. Carr James reminds people to embrace their freedom, to walk with their heads held high and with a sense of pride. The song's overall tone is one of hope, unity, and optimism that something unites them, and they will be resolute in pushing for change; to ride the freedom train and never look back.
Line by Line Meaning
The freedom train is coming
The train that symbolizes freedom is on its way
Can't you hear that whistle blowing?
Can't you hear the sound of the train whistle blowing? It's an invitation to get on board
It's time to get your ticket y'all and get on board
It's time for everyone to take action and join the ride towards freedom
It's time for all the people to take this freedom ride
All of us should join this ride towards freedom
Got to together and work for freedom side by side
We need to unite and work together towards our common goal of freedom
That's why I tell ya
This is the reason why I am saying this
I'm gonna ride on the freedom train
I am going to join this ride towards freedom
I ain't gonna live this way again
I don't want to live in oppression ever again
I got to get on the freedom train
I need to join this ride towards freedom
From this day on
Starting today
I'll be a free man, yes I will, I'll be a free man now
I will be free from oppression and discrimination from this moment on
Look like the times are changing, people
It appears that our society is evolving and improving
The train is waiting in the station
The train to freedom is ready, waiting for us to get on board
Go on up to the mountain top and get on board
We should climb up to the mountain top, where we can see our goals and get ready to join the ride towards freedom
We gonna ride on through the valley
We will continue our journey towards freedom, no matter how difficult it may be
Under the clear blue sky
We will finally breathe the fresh air of freedom
Every man is gonna walk right proud with his head up high
Everyone will have their dignity restored and will be able to stand tall and proud
Come on, y'all, come on
Let's go, everyone! Let's join this ride towards freedom together!
We got to, we got to ride the freedom train
We must ride the train that will take us towards our freedom
We ain't gonna live this way again
We will no longer tolerate oppression and discrimination
Oh, I'll be a free man, yes I will I'll be a free man, yeah
I will finally be able to live my life as a free person
Won't have to cry no more
We will no longer have to cry or suffer because of discrimination and oppression
(Got to ride the freedom train) got my ticket
I have obtained my ticket to get on board the train to freedom
(Got to ride the freedom train) get on board
I must get on board the train to freedom
(Got to ride the freedom train) ride, ride, ride, we gonna ride
We will keep riding towards our freedom continuously and tirelessly
(Got to ride the freedom train) we gonna ride with our heads held high
We will ride towards freedom with confidence and pride
(Got to ride the freedom train) we gonna move
We will move forward towards freedom
(Got to ride the freedom train) got to keep on moving
We must continue moving forward towards our goals of freedom and equality
(Got to ride the freedom train)
We should ride this train towards our freedom
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, ST SWITHINS SONGS, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: STEVE BOGARD, LARRY THOMAS ROGERS, CARL WELLS
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@slint69
The freedom train is coming
Can't you hear that whistle blowing?
It's time to get your ticket y'all and get on board
It's time for all the people to take this freedom ride
Got to together and work for freedom side by side
That's why I tell ya
I'm gonna ride on the freedom train
I ain't gonna live this way again
I got to get on the freedom train
From this day on
I'll be a free man, yes I will, I'll be a free man now
Look like the times are changing, people
The train is waiting in the station
Go on up to the mountain top and get on board
We gonna ride on through the valley
Under the clear blue sky
Every man is gonna walk right proud with his head up high
Come on, y'all, come on
We got to, we got to ride the freedom train
We ain't gonna live this way again
I got to get on the freedom train
From this day on
Oh, I'll be a free man, yes I will I'll be a free man, yeah
Won't have to cry no more
(Got to ride the freedom train) got my ticket
(Got to ride the freedom train) get on board
(Got to ride the freedom train) ride, ride, ride, we gonna ride
(Got to ride the freedom train) we gonna ride with our heads held high
(Got to ride the freedom train) we gonna move
(Got to ride the freedom train) got to keep on moving
(Got to ride the freedom train)
@hounsdown1977
Great tune 👍
@peterryan7078
Absolute classic what a singer
@johnhubbard3705
Brilliant. What a voice
@Music4allofUClassics
Very nice classic R&B. Reminds me of Clarence Carter, Percy Sledge, etc.
@paulsutton6430
Oh yes James KTF
@philjames6206
Very Underrated Soul singer, Scammed, ended up in a sorry state. Tragic.
@johnbust7626
I bought this single from a second hand record store over 50 years ago I think the B side was "The light goes out in the kitchen".
Great voice .
@johnbust7626
Just searched , the b side was " That's the Way Love Turned Out for Me".
"The light goes out in the kitvhen" was one of the lines in the song. Well it was over 50 years ago.
@slint69
The freedom train is coming
Can't you hear that whistle blowing?
It's time to get your ticket y'all and get on board
It's time for all the people to take this freedom ride
Got to together and work for freedom side by side
That's why I tell ya
I'm gonna ride on the freedom train
I ain't gonna live this way again
I got to get on the freedom train
From this day on
I'll be a free man, yes I will, I'll be a free man now
Look like the times are changing, people
The train is waiting in the station
Go on up to the mountain top and get on board
We gonna ride on through the valley
Under the clear blue sky
Every man is gonna walk right proud with his head up high
Come on, y'all, come on
We got to, we got to ride the freedom train
We ain't gonna live this way again
I got to get on the freedom train
From this day on
Oh, I'll be a free man, yes I will I'll be a free man, yeah
Won't have to cry no more
(Got to ride the freedom train) got my ticket
(Got to ride the freedom train) get on board
(Got to ride the freedom train) ride, ride, ride, we gonna ride
(Got to ride the freedom train) we gonna ride with our heads held high
(Got to ride the freedom train) we gonna move
(Got to ride the freedom train) got to keep on moving
(Got to ride the freedom train)
@alain59200
thank for the sharing Brico have a nice day