Philly, PA
Music connected to Philly
About Philly
- • Will Smith, the Fresh Prince, hails from West Philadelphia.
- • American cheese was first created in Philadelphia.
- • Philadelphia became significant because of its port and trade along the Delaware River.
- • The Mütter Museum displays a collection of medical oddities.
- • The Great Depression devastated Philadelphia's manufacturing sector.
- • William Penn named it Philadelphia in 1681, meaning "brotherly love" in Greek.
- • With 1.6 million people, it's the 6th largest U.S. city.
- • Its average elevation is 33 feet, varying across the city.
- • Healthcare and education are major employment sectors.
- • Being in Philly feels gritty, historic, and passionate.
- • The Philadelphia Eagles won Super Bowl LII in 2018.
- • The Phillies' 2008 World Series victory was a momentous occasion.
Songs About Philly
The Great American Bar Scene
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Still Standing
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Guess Who’s Back
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Choppin’ Blades
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