Rhode Island is Famous For You

Discover the Heartland Melody: Rhode Island's Unique Origins
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Lyrics

Copper comes from Arizona

Copper is a resource associated with Arizona, symbolizing the state's production or origin of this metal.

Peaches come from Georgia

Peaches, a fruit, are commonly associated with Georgia, indicating their origin from this state.

And lobsters come from Maine

Lobsters, a seafood delicacy, are specifically attributed to Maine, highlighting their origin from this location.

The wheat fields are the sweet fields of Nebraska

Nebraska's wheat fields are depicted as particularly fertile and pleasant, suggesting an abundance of wheat production.

And Kansas gets bonanzas from the grain

Kansas reaps substantial rewards from the cultivation of grain, indicating a prosperous agricultural industry.


Old whiskey comes from old Kentucky

Whiskey, often associated with Kentucky, symbolizes the state's contribution to this alcoholic beverage.

Ain't the country lucky

The lyrics express admiration for the fortunate circumstances in the country, referencing the various valuable resources from different states.

New Jersey gives us glue

New Jersey is humorously said to provide glue, a humorous nod to the state's contributions in a playful manner.

And you, you come from Rhode Island

Rhode Island is the birthplace of the person being addressed in the song.

And little old Rhode Island is famous for you

Emphasizes the significance of the individual's origin from Rhode Island, attributing a special and notable quality to the state because of this person.


Cotton comes from Louisiana

Louisiana is known for cotton production, highlighting its association with this agricultural commodity.

Gophers from Montana

Gophers are mentioned as coming from Montana, referencing the state's wildlife or natural elements.

And spuds from Idaho

Idaho is famous for its potato production, hence being mentioned for its supply of spuds.

They plow land in the cow land of Missouri

Missouri is depicted as a land where agricultural activities, particularly cattle farming, are prevalent.

Where most beef meant for roast beef seems to grow

Highlights the significance of Missouri in the beef industry, where the best beef for roasting seems to be sourced.


Grand canyons come from Colorado

Colorado is known for its stunning Grand Canyons, symbolizing the state's natural wonders.

Gold comes from Nevada

Nevada is associated with gold, reflecting its historical connection to gold mining and resources.

Divorces also do

Humorously mentions divorces as coming from Nevada, referencing the state's lenient divorce laws in a playful manner.

And you, you come from Rhode Island

Reiterates the individual's origin from Rhode Island and the uniqueness or specialness associated with it.

Little old Rhode Island is famous for you

Emphasizes the importance of Rhode Island in relation to the person being addressed.


Pencils come from Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania is associated with the production of pencils, referencing its historical significance in pencil manufacturing.

Vest from Vest Virginia

West Virginia is mentioned in a playful way, associating it with the production of vests.

And Tents from Tennessee

Tennessee is noted for the production of tents, possibly referring to outdoor equipment manufacturing in the state.

They know mink where they grow mink in Wyo mink

Wyoming is humorously mentioned in relation to minks, possibly indicating the state's association with mink fur production.

A camp chair in New Hampshire, that's for me

Expresses a preference for a camp chair from New Hampshire, highlighting a personal choice.


And minnows come Minnesota

Minnesota is associated with the presence of minnows, likely referencing its diverse aquatic life or fishing industry.

Coats come from Dakota

Dakota is linked to the production of coats, indicating its involvement in the textile or garment industry.

But why should you be blue

Questions why the person should feel down or sad considering their association with Rhode Island, implying that their origin is something to be proud of.

For you, you come from Rhode Island

Reaffirms the pride associated with the person's origin from Rhode Island and encourages them not to be affected by others' opinions or judgments.

Don't let them ride Rhode Island

Advises against allowing others to diminish the significance of Rhode Island or the individual's connection to it.

It's famous for you

Emphasizes the fame or significance of Rhode Island specifically because of the person being addressed.

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