Cleveland's A Gem
Cleveland, Ohio's a gem of a city,
Cleveland, Ohio's a jewel of a town.
Yes, Cleveland, Ohio's a gem of a city,
With its emerald necklace and sapphire crown.
Besides the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Lake Erie,
Other things in Cleveland's treasure chest are:
Pearls of wisdom - University Circle's Hospitals and Colleges
Hearts of gold - Many volunteers and charities
Shining trophies - Sports teams, Browns, Cavs, and Indians
Silver screens - Many movie theaters
Cameo appearances - Playhouse Square
Valuable keepsakes - Ethnic Festivals, Cultures, and Cuisines
And its crown jewels - The Cleveland Orchestra and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Yes, Cleveland, Ohio's a gem of a city,
Cleveland, Ohio's a jewel of a town.
Cleveland, Ohio's a gem of a city,
With its emerald necklace and sapphire crown.
Myrtis Litman
Retired resident of Parma.