Brother Love's Travelling Salvation Show
Neil Diamond
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Hot August night And the leaves hanging down And the grass on the ground smelling sweet Move up the road To the outside of town And the sound of that good gospel beat Sits a ragged tent Where there ain't no trees And that gospel group Telling you and me It's love, Brother Love say Brother Love's Travelling Salvation Show Pack up the babies And grab the old ladies And everyone goes 'Cause everyone knows Brother Love's show Room gets suddenly still And when you'd almost bet You could hear yourself sweat, he walks in Eyes black as coal And when he lifts his face Every ear in the place is on him Starting soft and slow Like a small earthquake And when he lets go Half the valley shakes It's love, Brother Love say Brother Love's Travelling Salvation Show Pack up the babies And grab the old ladies And everyone goes 'Cause everyone knows 'Bout Brother Love's show Hallelujah, brothers Halle-hallelujah I said brothers (Hallelujah) Now you got yourself two good hands (Halle-hallelujah) And when your brother is troubled, You gotta reach out your one hand for him (Hallelujah) 'Cause that's what it's there for (Halle-hallelujah) And when your heart is troubled, You gotta reach out your other hand (Hallelujah) Reach it out to the man up there (Halle-hallelujah) 'Cause that's what he's there for Take my hand in yours Walk with me this day In my heart I know I will never stray Halle, halle, halle, halle, halle, halle, halle, halle Love, Brother Love say Brother Love's Travelling Salvation Show Pack up the babies And grab the old ladies And everyone goes I say love, Brother Love say Brother Love's Travelling Salvation Show (Halle, halle) Pack up the babies And grab the old ladies And everyone goes Love, Brother Love say Brother Love's Travelling Salvation Show
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Written by: NEIL DIAMOND
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15 facts about this song
Release Information"Brother Love's Travelling Salvation Show" is a song by Neil Diamond which was released as a single in February 1969.
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InspirationThe track was inspired by Diamond's early experiences as a child in the Jewish religion, drawing parallels between the passion of Southern Baptist preachers and his own religious upbringing.
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Chart SuccessThe song had significant chart success, reaching No. 22 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
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Album InformationIt is also the title track to Diamond's fourth studio album.
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Songwriting"Brother Love's Travelling Salvation Show" was written solely by Neil Diamond, reflecting his talent for songwriting.
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ControversySome radio stations initially banned the song, fearing it was too religious. The ban was lifted after Diamond explained that it was a song about the singer's religious passion, and not supposed to be a religious anthem.
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Live PerformancesThe song is often used as the closing number in Diamond's live performances.
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High EnergyThe track is known for its high-energy gospel sound and dramatic lyrics, making it a fan favorite.
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Changed TitlesAfter its initial release, this song also appeared under the name "Brother Love" on certain Neil Diamond compilations.
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Cover versionsVarious artists have, over the years, done different cover versions of "Brother Love's Travelling Salvation Show", showcasing its continued popularity.
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Change in StyleThe song marked a change in Neil Diamond's style, shifting from a soft rock and pop songwriter to a more serious storyteller.
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Use in FilmsThe song was also featured in movies like "Shrek Forever After" and "Born to Be Wild" from the year 2010.
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Dean of American RockThe release of this song established Neil Diamond as the “dean of American rock”.
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Full OrchestraUnlike his previous songs, this song featured a full orchestra, showing Diamond's ability to adapt and excel in varying styles.
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Timeless SongDespite its age, "Brother Love's Travelling Salvation Show" continues to be popular and is considered one of Neil Diamond's biggest hits.
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