Speed this locomotive on the railroad line And tell the driver man that I ain't got much time There's a little lady waitin' down the track I'm on my way to meet her and I'm not turning back So hurry on mister, I just learned My reservation's been confirmed I ain't go no sleeping car or paid first rate I'm picking at a chicken in the third class rate Don't misunderstand me 'cause I paid my fair So hurry on mister, I just learned My reservation's been confirmed Speed on, speed on, speed on, speed on, Hey, hurry on mister, I just learned My reservation's been confirmed Don't send back no stations I don't need no beer And pass on my instructions to the engineer No more interruptions till I reach Lucille Just get this engine moving Don't you let it de-rail So hurry on mister, I just learned My reservation's been confirmed Speed on, speed on, speed on, speed on Hey, hurry on mister, I just learned My reservation's been confirmed