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Black Vinyl Shoes (1978)
Composed by Jeff Murphy
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His pockets are empty and his bills are extreme
But his financial condition is not as bad as it seems
With him there's no indecision, he knows it's easy to fall
He doesn't play for percentage, he's in it winner take all
He's out for capital gain, he'll do what he has to do
He's out for capital gain, it's all for a penny or two
Let the buyer beware, if they're buying their wares from him
And when he's doin' a favor, watch out or he'll do you in
Don't turn your back, 'cause he's out for himself
And he plays it for keeps
Always on guard, givin' less than he should
Takin' more than he needs
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Jeff: lead and backing vocals, electric guitars
Gary: backing vocals, electric guitar
John: backing vocals, bass, percussion
Skip: backing vocals, drums