Songs
Sophie and the Whippet
Sophie and the Whippet walk past me every day
I try to catch eye, but Sophie always looks away
She never says, ‘Hello’
Sophie’s got a secret she hides it very well
I’d like to know her better for a little kiss and tell,
But no, she doesn’t want to know
Sophie’s got a secret and cannot tell a human soul
Sophie isn’t happy she’s got herself into a hole
Out of control
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Sophie and the Whippet why don’t you open up to me
Just give me a minute and Sophie I will set you free
I could show you Sophie what you were really meant to be
But you won’t see, opportunity, in a drunk like me.
*
Sophie and the Whippet has darkness in her eyes
I know what’s in her closet, I know about the wheres and whys
That causes her distress
Sophie’s got a fella that hits her every night
Her make-up covers bruises and keeps them out public sight
Or they’re hidden by her dress
Sophie I could help you, if you would only let me in
Forget my rough appearance and coppers sitting in my tin
And look within
*
Sophie and the Whippet I feel the need to rescue you
To find a place of refuge and safety I can take you to
I could help you find, the peace of mind you’re overdue
But it’s quite clear, you’d prefer fear, than talk to me.
*
Sophie and the Whippet please tell me what you’ve got to lose
Sophie we have reached the moment when you’ve got to choose
Next time he could kill you by escalating the abuse
So leave him now, anyhow, and walk with me.