[ 1st couplet: ] At first they gave you your rights, So they would have something to make you fight for. At first they gave you a knife, And now they wonder why you're using it right.
[ 2nd couplet: ] And though you haven't done anything wrong, They'll keep on calling you an evil spawn. You don't revolt, you're just singing a song, But even so they say you're too far gone.
[ chorus: ] And if you're black or you're white, If you're straight or you're gay, It doesn't matter with Devil's reggae! In times you can rest after fight In a place where you're safe Feel free to sing this Devil's reggae!
[ 3rd couplet: ] At first they show you the world, Then limit it to things that you can afford. Just like they teach you the word, And then suppress it not to anger the Lord.