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I am true unto my name |
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I am free from sin and blame |
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I have no desire for fame |
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But it's Bid with a B-I-D |
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Cos B with a Z spells BZ |
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I am pure in heart and mind |
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I am selfless, good and kind |
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I am nothing, but you'll find |
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That it's Bid with a B-I-D |
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Cos B with a J spells BJ |
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From all pride and vain conceit |
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From all lying and deceit |
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From all spite and angry heat |
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Save us, Bid |
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I am joyous, full of mirth |
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I am born of noble birth |
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I'm meek, but for what it's worth |
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It's spelt Bid with a B-I-D |
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Cos B with a K spells BK |
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I am modest, I am mild |
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I was charming as a child |
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I've no taste, nor any style |
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But it's Bid with a B-I-d |
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Cos B with a Y spells 'Bye' |
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From all sloth and idleness |
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From not caring for distress |
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From all lust and greediness |
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Ave us, Bid |
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From refusing to obey |
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From the love of our own way |
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From forgetfulness to pray |
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Save us, Bid |