Introduction:
āChain Gangā ā Sam Cooke: Get ready to embark on a musical journey back in time as we delve into the soulful melodies of Sam Cookeās iconic song, āChain Gang.ā Released in 1960, this timeless classic has captivated hearts and stood the test of time, resonating with generations of music lovers. But before we dive into the music and lyrics, letās uncover some fascinating facts about the song and the legendary artist behind it.
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Sam Cooke, often referred to as the āKing of Soul,ā was not only an immensely talented singer but also a songwriter and entrepreneur. He made significant contributions to the soul and R&B genres, leaving an indelible mark on the music industry.
āChain Gangā was released as a single in July 1960 and quickly climbed the charts, becoming one of Sam Cookeās signature hits. The song narrates the struggles of incarcerated laborers working on a chain gang, highlighting the harsh realities of their lives through poignant lyrics and Cookeās emotive vocals.
Sam Cookeās rich and expressive voice was a driving force behind the success of āChain Gang.ā His ability to infuse passion and emotion into every note he sang set him apart as an iconic artist of his era.
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Lyrics: Chain Gang
(Hoh! Ah!) I hear something saying (Hoh! Ah!)
(Hoh! Ah!)(Well donāt you know)
Thatās the sound of the men,
Working on the chain, ga-ang
Thatās the sound of the men,
Working on the chain, gang
All day long theyāre singing (Hoh! Ah!)
(Well donāt you know)
Thatās the sound of the men,
Working on the chain, ga-ang
Thatās the sound of the men,
Working on the chain, gang
All day long they work so hard till the sun is going down
Working on the highways and byways and wearing, wearing a frown
You hear they moaning their lives away
Then you hear somebody say
Thatās the sound of the men,
Working on the chain, ga-ang
Thatās the sound of the men,
Working on the chain, gang
Canāt you hear them singing, mmm (Hoh! Ah!)
Iām going home one of these days
Iām going home, see my woman
Whom I love so dear
But meanwhile I gotta work right here
(Well donāt you know)
Thatās the sound of the men,
Working on the chain, ga-ang
Thatās the sound of the men,
Working on the chain, gang
All day long theyāre singing, mmm (Hoh! Ah!)
My work is so hard
Give me water
Iām thirsty, my work is so hard
Woah ooo
My work is so hard
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