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The music video for "Why Hide" by Swans, taken from the album Cop.

The full lyrics and album page are linked above. If you like Swans, scroll for similar artists below.

The Song

Cop

From the album Cop

Released: 1 January 1984

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Lyrics

Swans — Why Hide

My heart pumps

My legs move

I sit down, I rot

I hide my stink

I follow directions

I know how to work

I keep my mouth shut

I know my place

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