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Discover the story of the song > The Motor City Is Burning – John Lee Hooker

Who sang The Motor City Is Burning?

John Lee Hooker released the song The Motor City Is Burning.

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The meaning of the song 'The Motor City Is Burning ', based on the lyrics

What is The Motor City Is Burning about?

🎶 The Motor City Is Burning song analysis

The song is about the protagonist's hometown, Detroit, burning down. He doesn't know why it's happening and can't stick around to find out. He's evacuating with his wife, family, and little boy, and hopes it never happens to anyone else.

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