About The Song
“Long Train Running” is a popular song by the American rock band, The Doobie Brothers. Written by the band’s lead vocalist and guitarist, Tom Johnston, it was released in 1973 as a single from their third album, “The Captain and Me.” The song is known for its catchy guitar riffs and infectious rhythm, making it a hit that resonates with listeners across generations. It was a commercial success, peaking at No. 8 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
“Long Train Running” by The Doobie Brothers is a rock song that embodies themes of love, perseverance, and the joy of music. The song was written by Tom Johnston and produced by Ted Templeman, and it tells a story of love, loss, and resilience. The lyrics mention a woman named Lucy who lost her home and family, which could symbolize the struggles and hardships that people face in life. Despite these challenges, the song ultimately conveys a message of hope and the importance of love in overcoming adversity.
Lyrics
Down around the corner
A half a mile from here
You see them long trains runnin'
And you watch them disappear
Without love
Where would you be now
Without love
You know I saw Miss Lucy
Down along the tracks
She lost her home and her family
And she won't be comin' back
Without love
Where would you be right now
Without love
Well the Illinois Central
And the Southern Central Freight
Gotta keep on pushin' Mama
'Cause you know they're runnin' late
Without love
Where would you be now - now, now, now
Without love
[Instrumental]
Well the Illinois Central
And the Southern Central Freight
Gotta keep on pushin' Mama
You know they're runnin' late
Without love
Where would you be now
Without love
When pistons keep on churnin'
And the wheels go 'round and 'round
And the steel rails lie cold and hard
For the miles that they go down
Without love
Where would you be right now
Without love
Where would you be now
Gotta get ya, baby, baby
Won't you boogie down?
Won't you boogie down?
Baby, baby, baby, baby
Won't you boogie down?
Where the big trains run
When the trains are movin' on
Ya gotta keep on movin'
Keep on movin'
Keep on movin'
Won't ya keep on movin'
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