All Night Train
Allman Brothers Band · Other Songs - Allman Brothers Band
As I went ridin' on the all night train
Took it down the street and around the block
Took it downtown baby where the big boys rock
Roll on, roll on
Take me where I can ease my pain
Preacher say boy now where you been?
Getting lead in my pockets putting money in sin
When the mornin' comes not a nickel to my name
Threw it all away on the all night train
Ride, let the passenger ride
Ride, let the passenger ride
I woke up late yesterday afternoon
My eyeballs feeling like two balloons
The doctor say things ain't never gonna change
Till you stop riding that all night train
Ride, let the passenger ride
Ride, let the passenger ride
Took a little trip to keep from going insane
Spent the rest of my life on the all night train
All night train
All night train
All night train
About All Night Train
"All Night Train" by the Allman Brothers Band stands as a quintessential example of Southern rock, blending the band's signature dual-guitar interplay with a driving, blues-infused rhythm section. Recorded during the group's peak era, the track captures the raw energy and improvisational spirit that defined their catalog. The song features the band's renowned slide guitar work and a powerful vocal performance that anchors the melody, creating an anthem-like quality often associated with their live performances. As a staple of their discography, the recording reflects the band's deep roots in the blues tradition while pushing the boundaries of rock instrumentation. Its enduring popularity highlights the Allman Brothers' ability to craft songs that resonate across generations, serving as a bridge between classic rock and the emerging soulful sounds of the late 1960s and early 1970s. The track remains a defining moment in the history of the genre, showcasing the collective power of the musicianship that made the Allman Brothers Band a legendary act.