“A boy is born in hard time Mississippi,
Surrounded by four walls that ain't so pretty,
His parents give him love and affection,
To keep him strong, moving in the right direction,
Living just enough, just enough for the city.”

— Stevie Wonder

Living For The City
Song lyrics, Innervisions (1973)

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