Freedom Train
Toots feat. The Maytals Lyrics
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Its time get your ticket and get on board
Its time for all the people to take this freedom ride
Get it together and work for freedom side by side
I'm gonna ride on the freedom train
I ain't gonna live this way again
I'm gonna get on the freedom train
Seem like the times are changing people
The train waiting at the station
Go on up to the mountain top and get on board
Were gonna ride on through the valley
Under the clear blue sky
Everybody's gonna stand up proud with the high
I'm gonna ride on the freedom train
I ain't gonna live this way again
I'm gonna get on the freedom train
From this day on I'll be a free man (yes I will be a free man)
Keep on moving, cast your vote
Tell 'em where to get off, keep on going
We're gonna see the mountains, keep on going
Gotta get your ticket, the freedom train
Toots feat. The Maytals's song "Freedom Train" is a rousing call for people to take action towards freedom and equality. The lyrics urge listeners to listen for the whistle of the freedom train and get on board. It's time for everyone to work together for freedom and take a stand against oppression.
The song speaks to the sense of urgency of the civil rights movement and the idea that change is not going to happen on its own. People need to get involved, cast their votes, and actively work towards the freedom they deserve. The idea of a train as a symbol of change is a powerful and evocative one, emphasizing that progress is happening and taking people to new places.
The repeated chorus, "I'm gonna ride on the freedom train, I ain't gonna live this way again," proclaims a determination to leave behind the old ways of living, and reject oppression and inequality. The song calls on all people to band together and ride the freedom train towards a better future.
Line by Line Meaning
The freedom train is coming, can't you hear the whistle blowing
The symbol of freedom, the train is on its way and everyone should be ready to board.
Its time get your ticket and get on board
It's time for people to take action and fight for their freedom.
Its time for all the people to take this freedom ride
Everyone should come together and work towards the common goal of freedom and equality.
Get it together and work for freedom side by side
United efforts of people are required to achieve freedom and end discrimination.
I'm gonna ride on the freedom train
The singer is motivated and determined to be part of the movement for freedom.
I ain't gonna live this way again
The singer is refusing to accept and live a life with any form of oppression.
From this day on I'll be a free man (yes I will be a free man)
The singer has taken a pledge to live as a free human being and fight against injustice and inequality.
Seem like the times are changing people
There seems to be a shift towards greater social justice and freedom for all.
The train waiting at the station, go on up to the mountain top and get on board
The train is waiting for all those who are willing to fight for freedom to board and join the movement.
Were gonna ride on through the valley, under the clear blue sky
The journey towards freedom will be full of challenges, but it will be beautiful and worth it.
Everybody's gonna stand up proud with the high
People will feel empowered and proud when they stand up for their rights and the rights of others.
Keep on moving, cast your vote
People must keep moving forward and exercising their right to vote in order to bring about change.
Tell 'em where to get off, keep on going
People must not tolerate those who are trying to stop them from achieving their freedom and must keep pushing forward.
We're gonna see the mountains, keep on going
There will be challenges and obstacles ahead, but people must keep moving forward.
Gotta get your ticket, the freedom train
People must take action and join the freedom movement in order to bring about change and achieve equality and justice.
Writer(s): Steve Bogard, Carl Wells, Larry Rogers
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