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Keep the Devil Outside Lyrics by Strawbs

From the Witchwood

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As for the help you called for
Nobody seemed to answer
The difference in man is no more
Than being a priest or dancer

See men of power in recess
They really don't know what they're after
They drink to the things that they see best
And drown in the tears of their laughter

If you see fit to fight
Whether you're black or white
How many hope to keep the devil outside?
How many hope to keep the devil outside?

You've been given your name and your number
Right from when you were a baby
I look at the earth and I wonder
What have they done to her lately?

If you see fit to fight
Whether you're black or white
How many hope to keep the devil outside?
How many hope to keep the devil outside?

Love dies hard
You will never hear me say
That the world will not see again today
See a better day

If you see fit to hide
Mistakes of the men that died
How many hope to keep the devil outside?
How many hope to keep the devil outside?

If you see fit to fight
Whether you're black or white
How many hope to keep the devil outside?
How many hope to keep the devil outside?
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About “Keep the Devil Outside” by Strawbs

Read the complete lyrics to "Keep the Devil Outside" by Strawbs from the album "From the Witchwood". 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 Pop.

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"Keep the Devil Outside" is credited to Strawbs. Songwriting credits may include additional writers listed on the release; check the credits section on this page for linked collaborators.

"Keep the Devil Outside" appears on "From the Witchwood".

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