Detroit chords by Tyler Childers

Intro
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Verse 1:
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Readin' and writin' on Route 23
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It's hard to believe we've made it this far
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So come on boys and grab your coats
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Detroit's waitin' so get in the car

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Verse 2:
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Well the wind it blows cold but the girls are on fire
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They say they're the prettiest things you have seen
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And I ain't a gambler but I'd bet the farm
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That Detroit's a gold mine waiting for me

Instrumental
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Verse 3:
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The sidewalks are always jammed in this town
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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

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Verse 4:
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And I'd love to go back to the hills where I was born
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Instead of workin' on cars that I can't afford
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My pockets are empty my patience is torn

Oh look what's become of me

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Verse 5:
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Mama I'm writin' to tell you I'm fine
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I'm workin' real hard and I pray every night
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So don't you worry I'm happy and free
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Detroit's been like a blessing to me