Introduction:
“Old Toy Trains” is a Christmas-themed song that Toby Keith included in his 1999 holiday album Christmas to Christmas. Originally written and released by country legend Roger Miller in 1967, the song became a favorite during the holiday season for its nostalgic and heartwarming lyrics, capturing the innocence and excitement of a child awaiting Christmas morning. Toby Keith’s rendition of the song pays tribute to the original while bringing his own signature style to the track.
Belonging to the country genre, “Old Toy Trains” showcases Keith’s deep voice and classic country instrumentation, with the song’s gentle melodies perfectly complementing the nostalgic theme. The song touches on themes of childhood wonder and the magic of Christmas, making it a staple on holiday playlists. While Keith’s version didn’t chart as highly as some of his other songs, it was well-received by fans of his holiday work and contributed to the ongoing popularity of the song in modern country Christmas collections.
The song’s album, Christmas to Christmas, represents a softer, more sentimental side of Toby Keith, contrasting with his often more rugged and upbeat country hits. Released as his first full-length Christmas album, it features a mix of original holiday tunes and classic covers, with “Old Toy Trains” being a standout track due to its emotional connection to Roger Miller’s legacy in country music. Keith’s interpretation of the song highlights his ability to bring a personal touch to timeless classics, allowing him to explore a more tender aspect of his artistry.
Though the song itself may not have broken records, it remains an important part of Toby Keith’s discography and a reminder of his versatility as a country music artist.
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Lyrics:
“Old Toy Trains”
Old toy trains, little toy tracks
Little boy toys, comin’ from a sack
Carried by a man dressed in white and red
Little boy don’t you think it’s time you were in bed?Close your eyes, listen to the skies
All is calm, all is well
Soon you’ll hear Kris Kringle and the jingle bellsBringin’ old toy trains, little toy tracks
Little boy toys, comin’ from a sack
Carried by a man dressed in white and red
Little boy don’t you think it’s time you were in bed?Close your eyes, listen to the skies
All is calm, all is well
Soon you’ll hear Kris Kringle and the jingle bellsBringin’ old toy trains, little toy tracks
Little boy toys comin’ from a sack
Carried by a man dressed in white and red
Little boy don’t you think it’s time you were in bed?