Love Train

The O'Jays

About Love Train

"Love Train" is a hit single by The O'Jays, written by Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff. Released in 1972, it reached number one on both the R&B Singles and the Billboard Hot 100, in February and March 1973 respectively, number 9 on the UK Singles Chart and was certified gold by the RIAA. It was The O'Jays' first and only number-one record on the US pop chart. "Love Train" entered the Hot 100's top 40 on January 27, 1973, the same day that the Paris Peace Accords were signed. The song's lyrics of unity mention a number of countries, including England, Russia, China, Egypt and Israel, as well as the continent of Africa. Recorded at Philadelphia's Sigma Sound Studios, the house band MFSB provided the backing. Besides its release as a single, "Love Train" was the last song on The O'Jays' album Back Stabbers. The O'Jays' "Love Train" was a 2006 inductee into the Grammy Hall of Fame. 


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People all over the world (everybody)
Join hands (join)
Start a love train, love train
People all over the world (all the world, now)
Join hands (love ride)
Start a love train (love ride), love train
The next stop that we make will be soon
Tell all the folks in Russia, and China, too
Don't you know that it's time to get on board
And let this train keep on riding, riding on through
Well, well
People all over the world (you don't need no money)
Join hands (come on)
Start a love train, love train (don't need no ticket, come on)
People all over the world (Join in, ride this train)
Join in (Ride this train, y'all)
Start a love train (Come on, train), love train
All of you brothers over in Africa
Tell all the folks in Egypt, and Israel, too
Please don't miss this train at the station
'Cause if you miss it, I feel sorry, sorry for you
Well
People all over the world (Sisters and brothers)
Join hands (join, come on)
Start a love train (ride this train, y'all), love train (Come on)
People all over the world (Don't need no tickets)
Join hands (come on, ride)
Start a love train, love train
Ride, let it ride
Let it ride
Let it ride
People, ain't no war
People all over the world (on this train)
Join in (ride the train)
Start a love train, love train (ride the train, y'all)
People all over the world (come on)
Join hands (you can ride or stand, yeah)
Start a love train, love train (makin' love)
People all over the world ('round the world, y'all)
Join hands (come on)
Start a love train, love train

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The O'Jays

The O'Jays are an American R&B group from Canton, Ohio, formed in 1958 and originally consisting of Eddie Levert (born June 16, 1942), Walter Williams (born August 25, 1943), William Powell (January 20, 1942 – May 26, 1977), Bobby Massey and Bill Isles. The O'Jays made their first chart appearance with "Lonely Drifter" in 1963, but reached their greatest level of success once Gamble & Huff, a team of producers and songwriters, signed them to their Philadelphia International label in 1972. With Gamble & Huff, the O'Jays (now a trio after the departure of Isles and Massey) emerged at the forefront of Philadelphia soul with "Back Stabbers" (1972), and topped the Billboard Hot 100 the following year with "Love Train". Numerous other hits followed thro… more »

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Written by: Kenneth Gamble, Leon Huff

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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12 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Love Train" is a classic song by The O'Jays, belonging to the genre of Philadelphia soul, also known as Philly Soul.
Chart Success
The song was a huge hit when it was first released, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart in March 1973.
Album Information
"Love Train" is part of the album "Back Stabbers", which was released by the band in 1972. The song is the eighth track on this album.
Song Inspiration
The song was crafted as an optimistic call for global unity.
Acclaimed Songwriters
This popular track was written by the legendary songwriter duo Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, who are known for shaping the sound of 1970s soul music in Philadelphia.
Noteworthy Record Label
The song was issued by Philadelphia International Records. This Record Label is renowned for producing songs with lush instrumental arrangements.
Commercial usage
"Love Train" has been utilized in numerous media and advertising campaigns, including TV commercials for Coors Light beer and Swiffer sweepers.
Popular in Cinema
The song has also been featured in various movies including "The Martian" (2015), "Undercover Brother" (2002), and "Final Destination 3" (2006) among others.
Cover Versions
Multiple artists have covered "Love Train" over the years, including the Supremes, Rod Stewart, and Dolly Parton.
Impressively Ranked
Rolling Stone magazine ranked "Love Train" number 314 on their list of the 500 greatest songs of all time in 2004.
Legacy and Influence
Through its message of unity and love, "Love Train" has transcended several generations, becoming an anthem for peace and togetherness.
Live Performances
Even after decades of its release, "Love Train" continues to be a crowd favorite during The O’Jays' live performances.

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