The Gendarmes Duet
Bold Gendarmes: Guardians of Quirky Virtue
Lyrics
We run them in, we run them in
Emphasizing the action of apprehending individuals
We run them in, we run them in
Reiterating the action of bringing individuals in
We show them we're the bold gendarmes
Asserting their identity as bold police officers
We run them in, we run them in
Continuing the theme of apprehending people
We run them in, we run them in
Repeating the act of bringing individuals into custody
We show them we're the bold gendarmes
Reasserting their role as authoritative law enforcers
We're public guardians bold yet wary
Describing themselves as vigilant protectors of the public
And of ourselves we take good care
Expressing the importance they place on self-preservation
To risk our precious lives we're chary
Being cautious about risking their lives
When danger looms we're never there
Admitting avoidance of danger when it arises
But when we meet a helpless woman
Showing a willingness to help vulnerable individuals
Or little boys that do no harm
Being inclined to assist innocent children
Sometimes our duties extra mural
Referring to duties that extend beyond their regular beat
Then little butterflies we chase
Enjoying leisurely pursuits outside their official duties
We like to gambol in things rural
Expressing a fondness for rural activities
Commune with nature face to face
Desiring direct contact with nature
Unto our beat then back returning
Returning to their designated area after these excursions
Refreshed by nature's holy charm
Feeling revitalized by the purity of nature
lf gentlemen will make a riot
Addressing the handling of disturbances caused by gentlemen
And punch each other's heads at night
Referring to physical altercations among men
We're quite disposed to keep it quiet
Being willing to maintain peace if conditions are met
Provided that they make it right
Conditionally managing disruptions by gentlemen
But if they do not seem to see it
Warning about consequences if cooperation is lacking
Or give to us our proper terms
Insisting on receiving due respect and cooperation
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