Stand And Deliver
Adam The Ants Lyrics

Stand and deliver
I demand that you give me your money or face the consequences

I'm the dandy highwayman who you're too scared to mention
I am a fancy criminal who you are afraid to talk about

I spend my cash on looking flash and grabbing your attention
I use my money to dress boldly and get people's attention

The devil take your stereo and your record collection (oh-oh)
I will take your music collection as well as your money

The way you look you'll qualify for next year's old age pension
You dress like an old person and will soon be eligible for a pension

Try and use a mirror no bullet or a knife
Do not resist me with weapons, try using a mirror to reflect on your decisions

I'm the dandy highwayman so sick of easy fashion
I am tired of people dressing in a boring, unoriginal fashion

The clumsy boots, peek-a-boo roots that people think so dashing
People think that ugly boots and hair roots are fashionable

So what's the point of robbery when nothing is worth taking? (oh oh)
Robbery is pointless when there is nothing of value to take

It's kind of tough to tell a scruff the big mistake he's making
It is difficult to tell someone with poor hygiene and appearance that they are making a mistake

And even though you fool your soul
Even though you deceive yourself

Your conscience will be mine
I will make you feel guilty for your actions

We're the dandy highwaymen so tired of excuses
We, fancy criminals, are sick of people giving excuses for their lack of style or wealth

Of deep meaning philosophies where only showbiz loses
We do not care about philosophical depth, only about getting attention and money

We're the dandy highwaymen and here's our invitation (oh oh)
We, the fancy criminals, invite you to join our society

"Throw your safety overboard and join our insect nation"
Abandon your security and join us, the worthless society of criminals