People Get Ready
Ben Harper · Other Songs - Ben Harper
People get ready, there's a train a-comin'
You don't need no baggage, you just get on board
All you need is faith to hear the diesel's hummin'
You don't need no ticket, you just thank the Lord
People get ready for the train to Jordan
Picking up passengers for coast to coast
Faith is the key, open up the doors and board them
There's hope for all among those loved the most
There ain't no room for the hopeless sinner whom would hurt all mankind
Just to save his own
Have pity on those whose chances grow thinner
Ain't no hiding place against the kingdom's throne
People get ready, there's a train a-comin'
Don't need no baggage, just get on board
All you need is faith to hear the diesel's hummin'
Don't need no ticket, you just thank the Lord.
I believe...
People Get Ready
Ben Harper's "People Get Ready" stands as a pivotal moment in his solo career, blending his signature acoustic guitar work with a soulful, gospel-inflected approach. The track draws heavily on the spiritual and social consciousness of the 1960s, echoing the energy of classic soul and protest music while filtering it through Harper's unique voice and fingerstyle technique. Released as a standalone recording, the song captures a specific moment of reflection and communal hope, characteristic of Harper's ability to merge traditional roots with contemporary sensibilities. It serves as a testament to his deep engagement with the American musical canon, particularly the traditions of the church and the civil rights movement, without relying on explicit political statements. The composition invites listeners into a meditative space where the interplay between guitar and vocals creates a timeless atmosphere of encouragement and resilience.