Detroit

[Verse 1]

Readin' and writin' on Route 23

It's hard to believe we've made it this far

So come on boys and grab your coats

Detroit's waitin' so get in the car

[Verse 2]

Well the wind it blows cold, but the girls are on fire

They say they're the prettiest things you have seen

And I ain't a gambler, but I'd bet the farm

That Detroit's a gold mine waitin' for me

[Verse 3]

The sidewalks are always jammed in this town

I feel like a dam that's about to cut loose

And the girls, they say, will treat you fine

Beg for your silver 'til you can't refuse

[Verse 4]

And I'd love to go back to the hills where I's born

Instead of workin' on cars that I can't afford

My pockets are empty, my patience is torn

Oh, look what's become of me

[Verse 5]

Mama, I'm writin' to tell you I'm fine

I'm workin' real hard and I pray every night

So don't you worry, I'm happy and free

Detroit's been like a blessing to me