portguy79, They are quoting lyrics from a 1980's Billy Joel song. It is titled Allentown and it talks about changing times as Bethlehem Steel was shutting down. Everyone knew someone that worked at Bethlehem Steel and the changes it brought broke the hearts of some.

And you are right, the area has bounced back and is booming. Like any metropolis, we have "good" areas and "not so good" areas.