Locomotive Breath
Jethro Tull
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In the shuffling madness Of the locomotive breath, Runs the all, time loser, Headlong to his death He feels the piston scraping Steam breaking on his brow Old Charlie stole the handle and The train it won't stop going No way to slow down He sees his children jumping off At stations, one by one His woman and his best friend In bed and having fun He's crawling down the corridor On his hands and knees Old Charlie stole the handle and The train it won't stop going No way to slow down He hears the silence howling Catches angels as they fall And the all-time winner Has got him by the balls He picks up Gideons Bible Open at page one I think God He stole the handle and The train won't stop going No way to slow down No way to slow down No way to slow down No way to slow down No way to slow down No way to slow down No way to slow down No way to slow down No way to slow down
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10 facts about this song
Release Details"Locomotive Breath" was released by Jethro Tull in 1971 as part of their Aqualung album.
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Album SuccessAqualung album, which contained "Locomotive Breath," is Jethro Tull's best-selling album.
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SongwritingThe song was written by Ian Anderson, the band's lead vocalist, and it's about the impending doom of industrialization.
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Piano SkillThe song has a notable piano introduction played by John Evan, band's Keyboardist. This intro was in fact a separate musical piece that Ian Anderson combined with "Locomotive Breath".
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Unique LyricsUnlike most rock songs, the lyrics for "Locomotive Breath" were written before the music.
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Song ThemeThe song uses a runaway train as a metaphor for the out-of-control aspect of life during a rapidly industrializing period.
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Live Performances"Locomotive Breath" is one of Jethro Tull's most frequently performed live songs and it usually closes their concerts.
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Cover VersionsSeveral artists, like Rammstein and Styx, have covered "Locomotive Breath."
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Noteworthy SoloThe song features a memorable flute solo from Anderson, which has become one of the signature sounds of Jethro Tull.
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Sustainability MessageThough the song was released in the 70s, its message about sustainability and the dangers of unchecked industrial growth remain relevant today.
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