Lyrics

[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