The Men Who Built the Iron Horse

Song Title: The Men Who Built the Iron Horse Lyrics by Ken Johnson (2025) From the album: “The Men Who Built the Iron Horse” Performed by The Beelievers Band Produced by Lost Avenue Records © 2026 Ken Johnson. All rights reserved.  Inspired by Ken Johnson's book of the same name, "The Men Who Built the Iron Horse" is an uplifting Western Gothic country-rock tribute to the forgotten craftsmen who helped build America. From Matthias Baldwin's Philadelphia workshop to Southern Railway No. 542, the song celebrates generations of workers whose skill, determination, and pride created more than locomotives. Kenny Roy's deep, weathered baritone leads The Beelievers Band through rolling blues piano, spirited guitars, lively drums, and warm female harmonies. A father's simple advice to his son captures the heart of the story: take pride in your work, because that's something money can't buy. As changing times silence the factories, No. 542 survives to carry the memories of those who built her. Rich in history, heart, and resilience, the song reminds us that ordinary working people often leave extraordinary legacies. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or commercial use of this recording, composition, artwork, or video is prohibited without written permission. © 2026 Ken Johnson. All Rights Reserved. ℗ 2026 Lost Avenue Records. All Rights Reserved.