GRAB THE CRAB BY THE CLAWS

Lyrics

“Rebuild, Restore, Rise” A Ballad for the Brave of Crisfield Style: Upbeat American heartland rock / Chesapeake anthem Tempo: 128–136 BPM Feel: Bright guitars, driving drums, piano, fiddle or mandolin, big gospel-style backing vocals Main Hook: Take the crab by the claws, get it done ⸻ [INTRO] Out where the Bay meets the morning light, Crisfield’s waking, ready to fight. Not with anger, not with blame, But with working hands and a stronger name. ⸻ [VERSE 1] Water in the streets, rain at the door, We’ve talked too long, we can’t wait no more. Storm drains clogged and ditches wide, It’s time to turn that turning tide. Patch the road, clear the ground, Lift this proud old harbor town. From Main Street out to the waterline, Crisfield’s future is yours and mine. ⸻ [PRE-CHORUS] We’ve got crabs in the basket, boats in the Bay, Old dreams waiting for a brand-new day. Black and white, young and old, One town standing brave and bold. ⸻ [CHORUS] So take the crab by the claws, get it done, Stand together, everyone. Clean our streets, light the way, Build tomorrow starting today. Rebuild the blocks, restore the pride, Rise up strong with the tide. Crisfield, hear that call, Rebuild, restore, rise for all. ⸻ [VERSE 2] Some old homes can still be saved, Some are dangerous, tired, and caved. Block by block, we’ll make it right, Bring back hope and shine the light. City Dock should welcome the world, Flags up high and signs unfurled. Our waterfront should proudly be The front door to the Chesapeake sea. ⸻ [PRE-CHORUS 2] Somers Cove and sunset skies, Watermen with weathered eyes. Smith and Tangier call our name, Crisfield’s heart is still the flame. ⸻ [CHORUS] So take the crab by the claws, get it done, Stand together, everyone. Clean our streets, light the way, Build tomorrow starting today. Rebuild the blocks, restore the pride, Rise up strong with the tide. Crisfield, hear that call, Rebuild, restore, rise for all. ⸻ [BRIDGE] Support the police, the fire, EMS, Safe homes, safe streets, we deserve the best. Bring in jobs, let business grow, Open the doors and let opportunity flow. Give our young a reason to stay, A trade, a dream, a brighter day. Let City Hall speak clear and true, Tell the people what they do. No more guessing, no more doubt, Let the voices of the people out. A council that listens, a town that believes, A future that every family sees. ⸻ [VERSE 3] Come for the crabs, stay for the view, Stay for the people who welcome you. Kayaks, boats, art, and song, This is where good hearts belong. Clean streets, safe homes, stronger ground, Let pride come rolling back through town. From the harbor lights to every street, Crisfield rises on its feet. ⸻ [FINAL CHORUS] Take the crab by the claws, get it done, Crisfield strong, we rise as one. Clean our streets, fix the flood, Build with courage, sweat, and love. Rebuild the blocks, restore the pride, Rise up strong with the tide. Crisfield, hear that call, Rebuild, restore, rise for all. ⸻ [FINAL OUTRO / CROWD CHANT] Take the crab by the claws, get it done, Crisfield standing, everyone. Clean our streets and turn the tide, Rebuild, restore, rise with pride. Take the crab by the claws, get it done, Crisfield standing, everyone. Clean our streets and turn the tide, Rebuild, restore, rise with pride.