Devil On a String
Dancing with the Devil: Robyn Hitchcock's Enigmatic Tale Unraveled
Lyrics
Got him by the horns got him by the nose
Securing control, having a strong influence on the situation.
Got him by the tail got him by the toes
Having complete control over various aspects, capturing attention.
You've got him by the hand
Holding someone closely, maintaining a connection.
Let's see where it goes
Exploring the potential of the situation.
It's the devil, devil on a string
Describing a powerful force or influence that is manipulated like a puppet.
It's the devil, devil on a string
-Sets up an itch you'll never scratch
Introducing a problematic or irresistible temptation.
And if you did what would you catch?
Raising questions about the consequences of succumbing to the temptation.
It's the devil, devil on a string
Reiterating the captivating and potentially destructive nature of the influence.
It's the devil, devil on a string
-I'm in with you, baby
Expressing a sense of involvement or connection with the tempting force.
Monday's child is full of cream
Referencing traditional sayings about the nature of individuals born on different days, highlighting the unpredictability of life.
Tuesday's child is in a dream
-Wednesday's Thursday's in a trance
-Weekends in the house of chance
-Sunday's child comes rolling by
-With her salvation pie
-Salvation pie, salvation pie
Introducing the concept of a desirable but elusive "salvation pie" as a metaphor for something sought after in life.
You gotta get a slice before you die
-Got me gift-wrapped tied with a bow
Describing a situation of being trapped or limited, possibly in a challenging circumstance.
Got me checkmate nowhere to go
-Down in the groove
-Where the devil-mints grow
-It's the devil, devil on a string
Repeating the idea of a powerful and potentially harmful force being manipulated.
It's the devil, devil on a string
-It's the devil, devil on a string
-You make me feel so special
Expressing the impact of someone special, while acknowledging the potential harm or negative consequences.
You make me feel so special 10: 15
-On Primrose Hill if the devil don't get me
-You will
-On Primrose Hill about 10: 15
Referencing a specific location and time, suggesting a contemplative or reflective moment with a backdrop of nature.
On Primrose Hill about 10: 15
-The light shines through the chestnut trees
-Listening to the Three Degrees
Indicating a musical or artistic element with a reference to "The Three Degrees," a vocal group.
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