Lyrics
People get ready, there's a train a-coming
Anticipation of a significant event; the arrival of a train symbolizing a transformative journey or change.
You don't need no baggage, you just get on board
Emphasis on simplicity and openness to the upcoming change; no material burdens are necessary.
All you need is faith to hear that diesel humming
Faith as a prerequisite for perceiving the impending transformation, comparing it to the sound of a diesel engine.
Don't need no ticket, you just thank the Lord
Gratitude and humility as the only "payment" needed for the transformative journey.
People get ready for the train to Jordan
Reiteration of the call to prepare for a journey to Jordan, a symbolic destination; picking up people from various places.
Picking up passengers coast to coast
Highlighting the inclusivity of the transformative journey, emphasizing faith as the means to participate.
Faith is the key, open the doors and board them
Faith is portrayed as the key to unlock opportunities; inviting people to embrace hope, especially those who are dearly loved.
There's hope for all among those loved the most
Assurance that there is hope for everyone, particularly those who are most cherished.
You know there ain't no room for the hopeless sinner
Exclusion of those who harm others for selfish gains; no space for those lacking compassion.
Who would hurt all mankind just to save his own
Condemnation of those who prioritize personal gain over the well-being of others.
Have pity on those whose chances grow thinner
Sympathy for those whose opportunities are diminishing; a call for compassion.
For there's no hiding place against the kingdom's throne
Warning that there is no escape from judgment against the ruling power, emphasizing accountability.
People get ready, there's a train a-coming
Repetition of the anticipation of the transformative event, reinforcing the urgency.
You don't need no baggage, no, you just get on board
Reiteration of the simplicity required for the journey, focusing on spiritual readiness.
All you need is faith to hear the diesel's humming
Reiteration of the importance of faith in perceiving the imminent change.
Don't need no ticket, you just thank the Lord
Repetition of the emphasis on gratitude and humility as the only "ticket" needed for the journey.
Oh, oh, get ready, oh
An exhortation to prepare for the upcoming event with a sense of urgency.
Oh, you gotta board it
Encouragement to actively participate in the transformative journey, suggesting a call to action.
Oh, get ready
A repeated call to readiness, reinforcing the importance of preparedness.
People get ready, oh
Reiteration of the call for people to get ready for the transformative event.
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