Cleveland Rocks
POTUS Lyrics
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Three, four
Three, four
Three, four
Ahhh, ahhh, ahhh, ahhh
Ahhh, ahhh, ahhh, ahhh
Ahhh, ahhh, ahhh, ahhh
All this energy callin' me
Back where it comes from
It's such a crude attitude
It's back where it belongs
All the little kids
Growin' up on the skids are goin'
Cleveland Rocks, Cleveland Rocks
Jumpin' Jane Jean is moonin' James Dean goin'
Cleveland Rocks, Cleveland Rocks
Cleveland Rocks, Cleveland Rocks (Cleveland Rocks)
Cleveland Rocks, Cleveland Rocks
Cleveland Rocks, Cleveland Rocks
Mommy knows but she don't care
She's got her worries too
Seven kids and a phony affair
And the rent is due
All the little chicks
With the crimson lips go
Cleveland Rocks, Cleveland Rocks
Livin' in sin with a safety pin goin'
Cleveland Rocks, Cleveland Rocks
Cleveland Rocks, Cleveland Rocks (Cleveland Rocks)
Cleveland Rocks (Cleveland Rocks), Cleveland Rocks (Cleveland Rocks)
Cleveland Rocks (Cleveland Rocks), Cleveland Rocks (Cleveland Rocks)
I got some records from World War II
I play them just like me granddad do
He was a rocker and I am too
Now Cleveland Rocks
Yeah Cleveland Rocks
Cleveland Rocks, Cleveland Rocks
Cleveland Rocks, Cleveland Rocks (Cleveland Rocks)
Cleveland Rocks (Cleveland Rocks), Cleveland Rocks (Cleveland Rocks)
Cleveland Rocks (Cleveland Rocks), Cleveland Rocks (Cleveland Rocks)
Cleveland Rocks (Cleveland Rocks), Cleveland Rocks (Cleveland Rocks)
Cleveland Rocks (Cleveland Rocks), Cleveland Rocks (Cleveland Rocks)
Cleveland Rocks (Cleveland Rocks), Cleveland Rocks (Cleveland Rocks)
Cleveland Rocks
Ohio!
The song "Cleveland Rocks" by POTUS is an energetic anthem that pays tribute to the city of Cleveland, Ohio. The lyrics of the song are a celebration of the city's working-class roots and its enduring spirit of resilience. The energetic opening of the song sets the tone for the rest of the lyrics, emphasizing the powerful energy that the city possesses. The first verse of the song talks about the raw attitude that is a hallmark of the city's energy and how it belongs back in Cleveland where it comes from.
The chorus of the song talks about the little kids growing up on the skids, and how they are all going to Cleveland Rocks. The song's second verse emphasizes the gritty nature of Cleveland, with lyrics about a mother with seven kids and a phony affair. The chorus is repeated again, this time with a focus on the little chicks with the crimson lips, living in sin with a safety pin. The final verse of the song talks about the singer's granddad and how he was a rocker too. The song ends with several repetitions of the chorus, bringing the song to a rousing close.
Line by Line Meaning
All this energy callin' me
The city of Cleveland has a powerful and vibrant energy that draws people in.
Back where it comes from
This energy is authentic and genuine, coming from the roots of the city.
It's such a crude attitude
Some people misinterpret this energy as being rough and unrefined.
It's back where it belongs
But those who truly understand and appreciate it know that it belongs in Cleveland.
All the little kids
Growin' up on the skids are goin'
The struggles of growing up in poverty and difficult circumstances can motivate young people to seek out the excitement and energy of Cleveland.
Jumpin' Jane Jean is moonin' James Dean goin'
People in Cleveland aren't afraid to be themselves and have fun, even if that means doing something a little crazy.
Mommy knows but she don't care
Even though the stresses of life can weigh on people in Cleveland, they don't let it bring them down.
She's got her worries too
Seven kids and a phony affair
And the rent is due
Even with personal struggles, Clevelanders persevere and find joy in their city.
All the little chicks
With the crimson lips go
Cleveland is a place where people can express themselves and be different.
Livin' in sin with a safety pin goin'
The punk rock movement, represented by the safety pin, found a home in Cleveland.
I got some records from World War II
I play them just like me granddad do
He was a rocker and I am too
Music has always been an important part of Cleveland's culture, and it's something that's passed down through generations.
Yeah Cleveland Rocks
Cleveland Rocks, Cleveland Rocks
Cleveland Rocks (Cleveland Rocks), Cleveland Rocks (Cleveland Rocks)
Cleveland Rocks (Cleveland Rocks), Cleveland Rocks (Cleveland Rocks)
Cleveland Rocks (Cleveland Rocks), Cleveland Rocks (Cleveland Rocks)
Cleveland Rocks
In the end, this song is a celebration of the city and its people, who rock just as hard as the music they love. O-H-I-O!
Contributed by Grace G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.