Some say Pete, he bet on baseball;
That shows a life of greed.
Some say Pete, he liked to hustle,
And show his blazing speed.
Some say Pete, he was a winner,
An all-star, yes, indeed.
I say Pete, he is a hero,
The kind Americans need.

When Ty Cobb's mark he was breaking,
His fans began the chants.
He was a star in the making,
That always took a chance.
Then his whole career was taken,
Giamatti would not give.
And the game, now that it's dyin',
It needs a spark to live.

Now the game is all baloney,
And the season is too long.
And the playoffs, they are only
For the wealthy and the strong,
Just remember in Milwaukee,
Was an All-Star Game that blows,
Yes, we need you more than ever.
In the Hall belongs Pete Rose.