Detroit City
Detroit City

Texas - Detroit City Lyrics

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May 17, 2013
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Detroit City Lyrics

Said you got tired of the same old rock n roll
Let's anew at sunset, life with a lot more soul

Well I know you spend a lot of time alone in your head
Remember what you said
I never thought you'd be so easily lead

One million lights, they're burning our eyes til the morning
Run for our lives as you watch all the cars on the freeway

And you said I' I come from Detroit City
I' I'm hard to satisfy
And I want someone like you, you look so pretty
In Detroit City

You said you got some on the city again, it's dreams
They make cuts in the heat while the siren screams

I couldn't believe someone like me would leave you so weak
We're dancing in the street
You know we don't need no sleep

One million lights, they're burning our eyes til the morning
Run for our lives as you watch all the cars on the freeway

And you said I' I come from Detroit City
I' I'm hard to satisfy
And I want someone like you, you look so pretty
In Detroit City

And now the lights are burning out
And now the boys are turning back
But you stay here with me
In the city

And he said I' I come from Detroit City
I' I'm hard to satisfy
And I want someone like you, you look so pretty
In Detroit City

Detroit City
Detroit City
Detroit City
Detroit, Detroit, Detroit

Writer(s): SHARLEEN SPITERI, JOHN MCELHONE, KAREN OVERTON, ROBERT HODGENS
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. When was the song 'Detroit City' by Texas released?

    'Detroit City' was released as the second single from Texas' eighth studio album 'The Conversation', which was released on 20 May 2013.

  2. Who are the writers of 'Detroit City'?

    'Detroit City' was written by Sharleen Spiteri, Johnny McElhone, Karen Overton, and Robert Hodgens.

  3. What genre of music does 'Detroit City' belong to?

    'Detroit City' belongs to the Pop Rock genre, featuring upbeat rhythms and rock elements.

  4. Which band member experienced a massive brain aneurysm and how did it affect the band's activities?

    Band member Ally McErlaine experienced a massive brain aneurysm in 2009. After recovering, Ally expressed his desire to return to the studio. This event led to Texas reuniting for the first time since 2005 and eventually releasing new material, including the album 'The Conversation'.

  5. What is the unique connection between 'Detroit City' and co-writer Karen Overton?

    Karen Overton, who co-wrote 'Detroit City', is also known as Karen Anne. She previously released an earlier version of the song titled 'New York City' with her former band Ramona.

  6. Did 'Detroit City' receive any noteworthy airplay or recognition?

    'Detroit City' received a decent amount of UK airplay upon its release, including being featured on BBC Radio 2's playlist.

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