The O’Jays

Introduction

“Love Train” by The O’Jays is a timeless anthem of unity and positivity that continues to resonate with audiences worldwide. Released in 1972, the song’s infectious groove and uplifting message have made it a staple of dance floors and social movements alike. Join us as we hop aboard The O’Jays’ “Love Train” and explore the enduring power of this iconic hit.

Did You Know?

• “Love Train” was written by Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, the legendary songwriting duo behind many of The O’Jays’ biggest hits.
• The song topped the charts in multiple countries, including the United States, where it reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
• With its message of love, unity, and social change, “Love Train” became an anthem for the civil rights movement and remains relevant to this day.
• The O’Jays’ smooth harmonies and infectious energy helped “Love Train” become one of the most beloved and enduring songs of the 1970s.

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Lyrics: Love Train

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 England
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