Debuting on December 20, 1972, "Love Train" quickly became one of the most popular proto-funk pop songs of its era.
Released amidst the frostiest days of the Cold War between the U.S. and the Soviet Union, "Love Train" specifically called for peace among the various worldwide nations, with Russia, England, China and Israel mentioned by name in the song.
In 2006, "Love Train" was formally inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, joining a long line of similarly prestigious pop songs from the 1970s.
"The timeless message of 'Love Train' is that if we pull together, we can make things better for everyone," said O'Jays singer Walter Williams. "It went to number one and is still the biggest song we’ve ever done. I never get bored of it."
"Maybe the success of 'Love Train' marked a brief moment of national optimism, a fleeting hope that things could be better," wrote Stereogum. "Or maybe it was just a catchy song, from a veteran group who were finally getting their due."
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