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Desert Sand Lyrics by UB40

Promises and Lies

1993

You tell me there's no darkness
While the sun shines down on you
And just because your life is peaceful
There's no fighting left to do
For every cup that runneth over
Many more are filled with pain
You talk to me of sunshine
When it's pouring down with rain

Just because you can't see it
Doesn't mean it isn't there
Just because it can't touch you
Doesn't mean you shouldn't care

For every life that's lit with love
Many more are racked with pain
You talk to me of sunshine
When it's pouring down with rain

(chorus)
It's a long black night, good people
Descended on our land
Share your light
Make a flower grow
In the desert sand
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About “Desert Sand” by UB40

Read the complete lyrics to "Desert Sand" by UB40 from the album "Promises and Lies" in 1993. 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 Reggae, Pop.

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"Desert Sand" is credited to UB40. Songwriting credits may include additional writers listed on the release; check the credits section on this page for linked collaborators.

"Desert Sand" appears on "Promises and Lies" in 1993.

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