Orange Blossom Special
Truck Stop Lyrics


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Looky yonder comin, comin down that railroad track
Hey looky yonder comin, comin down that railroad track
It's the Orange Blossom Special bringin my baby back.

Well Im goin down to Florida and get some sand in my shoes
Or maybe California and get some sand in my shoes
I'll ride that Orange Blossom Special and lose these New York blues.
Hey talk about her ramblin shes the fastest train on the line




Talk about her travlin shes the fastest train on the line
It's that Orange Blossom Special rollin down the Sea Fort Line.

Overall Meaning

The first verse of Truck Stop's song "Orange Blossom Special" describes the arrival of a train on the railroad track. The singer is excitedly pointing out that it's the famous Orange Blossom Special, which is bringing his baby back. This train is a beloved icon of the southern United States and has been immortalized in countless songs and stories. The train's arrival represents the excitement of travel and reunions, as people eagerly await the arrival of their loved ones.


The second verse is about the singer's own plans to travel. He is tired of the city and wants to go somewhere sandy, like Florida or California. He plans to board the Orange Blossom Special and leave his worries and blues behind. The singer's desire for escape and adventure is a common theme in blues and country music, where travel is often seen as a way to find new experiences and inspiration.


The final verse is a celebration of the Orange Blossom Special's incredible speed and power. It is known as the fastest train on the line and can travel at incredible speeds. The singer marvels at the train's abilities, emphasizing that it is truly a wonder of modern engineering. Overall, the song captures the excitement, adventure, and romance of train travel, as well as the unique place that the Orange Blossom Special holds in American culture.


Line by Line Meaning

Looky yonder comin, comin down that railroad track
A train, the Orange Blossom Special, is approaching from the distance.


Hey looky yonder comin, comin down that railroad track
The singer notices the train and draws attention to it.


It's the Orange Blossom Special bringin my baby back.
The singer is excited that the train is bringing their loved one back.


Well Im goin down to Florida and get some sand in my shoes
The singer plans to go to Florida for a relaxing vacation.


Or maybe California and get some sand in my shoes
Alternatively, the singer might go to California for some leisure time.


I'll ride that Orange Blossom Special and lose these New York blues.
The singer plans to rid themselves of stress by riding the enjoyable train down to their vacation destination.


Hey talk about her ramblin shes the fastest train on the line
The Orange Blossom Special has a reputation for being a fast and efficient train.


Talk about her travlin shes the fastest train on the line
The speed of the Orange Blossom Special is worth mentioning.


It's that Orange Blossom Special rollin down the Sea Fort Line.
The train is currently making its way down the Sea Fort Line for its scheduled route.




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