Quotables
What people are saying
about the "Light Up Detroit"
theme song...
I performed the song
recently backed by a 24-member choir, slide-show of Detroit
and audience members waving fluorescent green Olympic-style
light sticks while singing along. It was exciting. The love
and passion that people have for this city is remarkable and
it's expressed in the lyrics of this song. When you hear
people singing it, you'll want to join in to help "Light Up
Detroit".
K'Jon
National Recording Artist
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"'Dancing in the Streets" was
a great music anthem for America back in the 60s when
Detroit was on the move. Well, after some very tough times,
Detroit is clearly on the move again and 'Light Up Detroit'
is a great music anthem to get everyone in the Motor City
proclaiming it together. Like the lyrics say, "Sing
it out, Shout it - Light Up Detroit". I think it's terrific.
Kapp Ivory
Former keyboardist for Martha and the Vandellas
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As someone who grew up in a Motown Family, I know the
effect that a good song with a great melody and appealing
lyrics can have on people. "Light Up Detroit" is an
inspiring song. I loved it the moment I heard it. And I love
how it's getting people to sing about their city. Detroit is
making a comeback and now we have a song to celebrate that.
Let's "Make Detroit Shine"!
Kelly Stubbs Lenton
Daughter of Levi Stubbs - Former Lead
Singer for The Four Tops
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I've listened to all the songs about Detroit over the years
and I think "Light Up Detroit" is the Best. It really gets
people inspired about the city and makes them want to sing
along. We'll be promoting it in every way we can.
Billy Wilson
President - The Motown Alumni Association |