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The Lady of the Night
She is a lady of the night
Has come to ply her wares
Her dress is so provocative
For her safety no one cares
They say she gets what she deserves
They hold her at arm's length
But her resolve to do her job
Is where she gets her strength
Now say she didn't risk her life
There for those with intent
Placate their carnal urges
And calm that wilful gent
Is it because she walks the street
That other girls can see
From those that could be dangerous
There's no need for them to flee
They closed the brothels in her town
She had some safety there
Did anyone defend her?
Or did anybody care?
So next time you see this lady
Or maybe others of her kind
Don't turn your back and spurn her
Out of sight, is out of mind
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