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The Passion Lyrics by Billy Bragg

Talking with the Taxman About Poetry

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The fear of a daughter runs high
In the mind of a father to be
For something he's growing inside
But we don't talk about it, do we?

In the long empty passionless night
Many times to herself she has prayed
That the baby will love her much more
Than the big boy who stole her away

And sometimes it takes a grown man a long time to learn
Just what it would take a child a night to learn
And sometimes it takes a grown man a long time to learn
Just what it would take a child a night to learn

It pains her to know that some things will never be right
That the baby is just someone else to take sides in the fight

Harsh words between bride and groom
Distance is greater each day
He smokes alone in the next room
And she knits her life away

And sometimes it takes a grown man a long time to learn
Just what it would take a child a night to learn
And sometimes it takes a grown man a long time to learn
Just what it would take a child a night to learn

A long time ago, she saw visions on the stairs
And when she felt dizzy, her mother was always there

The home help is no help at all
I have not committed a crime
Angels gaze down from the wall
Is there a God? Is there a next time?

About “The Passion” by Billy Bragg

Read the complete lyrics to "The Passion" by Billy Bragg from the album "Talking with the Taxman About Poetry". On Lyrks you can follow along with the full text, explore the artist's discography, and discover related songs. The track is often categorized under Rock, Aa (Check Description).

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"The Passion" is credited to Billy Bragg. Songwriting credits may include additional writers listed on the release; check the credits section on this page for linked collaborators.

"The Passion" appears on "Talking with the Taxman About Poetry".

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