Strawbs - Deadly Nightshade lyrics

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The silent prophet<br />

Seeks his inspiration after midnight<br />

With a candle lit for comfort<br />

In the shadow of the shade.<br />

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Belladonna<br />

Waves a parasol beneath the window<br />

So enchanting and inviting<br />

In the scheme that she has laid.<br />

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The lonely prophet<br />

Waves to Belladonna from the window<br />

In the hope that she will notice<br />

And may wish to know his name.<br />

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But cruel Belladonna<br />

Turns to face the waiting sunrise<br />

With its promise of excitement<br />

Thinking little of the game.<br />

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Shine your lantern brightly<br />

Do not heed the darkness lightly<br />

We must always talk politely<br />

In the presence of the night<br />

Deadly nightshade<br />

Hear me calling<br />

Shadows of the evening <br />

Falling down.<br />

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The quiet prophet<br />

Gathers up his papers for the fire<br />

He alone will read the message<br />

In the words that he has burned.<br />

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Belladonna tries the door<br />

To find the room is empty<br />

And she coldly rakes the ashes<br />

For the love that she has spurned.