“Train on a Hill” is a song by Cat Stevens (Yusuf Islam). This track is from his 2020 album “Tea for the Tillerman 2,” which is a reimagined version of his classic 1970 album “Tea for the Tillerman.” The album features new recordings of the original songs, reflecting Yusuf’s evolved perspectives and experiences over the years.
The song reflects Cat Stevens’ signature blend of introspective lyrics and gentle folk melodies.
Lyrics
There’s a train on a hill
And it’s standing very still
There’s a chain on the wheel
There’s a peace in the air
But it’s headed nowhere
‘Cause the Earth just isn’t fair
There’s a road up ahead
And it’s calling us to tread
But the people are too scared to move
So they just stay – where they are
There’s a man sitting down
And he’s staring at the ground
While the sun rolls around
