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157 Riverside Avenue

This version of 157 Riverside Avenue was released by Reo Speedwagon in 1971.

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We flew into town on Sunday, had to find a place by Monday
Tried Bridgeport and Westport, ’til we found a place that we thought would do
157 Riverside Avenue.
Saugatuck River’s flowin’, Mother nature’s colors were showin’
So cold, so rainy, we couldn’t help feelin’ blue
Not enough time, too many things to do.

We met a young girl on Main street, wanted to just pass her by
She was homely, so lonely, She said, “Can I make love to you.”
We shouted 157 Riverside Avenue.

It’s over, Miss Lena, we’re leaving. Such a pleasant stay, I must say.
So nice, so easy, we hate to say goodbye to you
At 157 Riverside Avenue.

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About Lyrics and 157 Riverside Avenue by Reo Speedwagon

The lyrics for 157 Riverside Avenue are defined as the words making up the song released by Reo Speedwagon in 1971. It also includes the verses and words used by the background chorus in the song. Like many hit songs, the lyrics to 157 Riverside Avenue have different meanings to different people. While it is clear in some of the lyrics what the artist is trying to really say, only Reo Speedwagon and those working with them know all of the meanings behind all of the lyrics to their songs.

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