Night Train to Memphis
Osborne Brothers · Osborne Brothers 1 (1956-1968) [Bear Family] [1993]
Take that night train to Memphis, take that night train to Memphis
And when you arrive at the station
I'll be right there to meet you, I'll be right there to greet you
So don't turn down my invitation.
Hallelujah, hallelujah
I'll be shoutin' hallelujah all the day
Oh we'll have a jubilee down in Memphis Tennessee
And we'll shout hallelujah all the day.
--- Instrumental ---
Take that night train to Memphis, take that night train to Memphis
You know how I'm longing to see you
Leave that 3-50-7 and arive at eleven
Then I'll be shoutin' hallelujah.
Hallelujah, hallelujah
I'll be shoutin' hallelujah all the day
Oh we'll have a jubilee down in Memphis Tennessee
And we'll shout hallelujah all the day.
--- Instrumental ---
Take that night train to Memphis, take that night train to Memphis
Tell that engineer to pull a trottle open
Keep that engine stack a smokin', I'm not kiddin' I'm not jokin'
And I'll soon be with my girl I'm hopin'.
Hallelujah, hallelujah
I'll be shoutin' hallelujah all the day
Oh we'll have a jubilee down in Memphis Tennessee
And we'll shout hallelujah all the day...
Night Train to Memphis
The Osborne Brothers deliver a quintessential 1950s country recording with 'Night Train to Memphis,' a track that showcases their signature blend of folk and honky-tonk influences. As part of their extensive discography, this song reflects the duo's ability to craft narratives rooted in American road culture and the enduring appeal of the Mississippi Delta. The recording captures the raw energy of their live performances, featuring the characteristic harmonies and acoustic instrumentation that defined their career during the mid-1950s. It stands as a testament to their contribution to the genre, offering a nostalgic glimpse into the musical landscape of the era through its storytelling and melodic structure.