In Defense of Dorchester

Lyrics

[Verse 1] Staring down Cedar Grove up on Indian Hill See a skyline littered with triple-deckers and gin mills Years of Tot Lot pass my eyes Reflecting faces that have gone by Adams Corner embedded in my soul [Chorus] In defense of Dorchester Home to a thousand dreams and Beantown legends In defense of Dorchester Historical reverence cemented in her sidewalks [Verse 2] Gather up my thoughts, stroll through the observation fields Think about Dot detractors, well up with a rapid anger 'Cause I can't help but sing for her It gets real personal when she is slurred Can't forget Garvey and Hemey Park [Chorus] In defense of Dorchester A real community, not idle zip codes In defense of Dorchester I forged a life on these streets and city roads [Bridge] This is who I am, this is where I'm from Wear it on my sleeve, predictably the firebrand Never stay silent when she's assailed Into my heart advocacy nailed Lower Mills, I did not forget you [Chorus] In defense of Dorchester Home to a thousand dreams and Bean Town legends In defense of Dorchester No matter where the gang winds up, you'll always be my home