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Animals Lyrics by Bill Ward

When the Bough Breaks

1997

In a meadow of grass and golden light
A noble is born to fall in flight
While the slaughter to feed just grows and grows
Where's the pity for those who serve our souls

Animal animal run away
Animal animal don't delay

Oh what a shame
Savour the blood and guts of it all
Ball and chain
Over and over again

With the wind at your back on rainy nights
Do you ever give thanks and say alright
For the leather that's warmed the self esteem
While the humble and dumb provide the screams

Animal animal run away
Animal animal don't delay

Oh what a shame
Wearing the cuts and the bruise of it all
Ball and chain
Over and over again
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About “Animals” by Bill Ward

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"Animals" is credited to Bill Ward. Songwriting credits may include additional writers listed on the release; check the credits section on this page for linked collaborators.

"Animals" appears on "When the Bough Breaks" in 1997.

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