Virtue’s Disguise

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*(Verse 1)*
They walk among us, dressed in white
Hands of healing, bathed in light
Preaching love, protecting the weak
But what’s hiding underneath?
Behind the smiles and gentle grace
There’s something darker in their place
They wear the masks, they play the part
But there’s a shadow in their heart

*(Chorus)*
Oh, the virtuous cry from the rooftops high
Singing their praise to the open sky
But behind closed doors, where no one sees
They feed on the innocent, bending knees
Don’t be fooled by the saintly eyes
The devil wears virtue’s disguise
They’re the ones we trust the most
But it’s them we should fear the most

*(Verse 2)*
The badge of honour, the holy vow
They’re always watching, but how?
With hands that heal and hearts of stone
They leave the innocent alone
For power calls the wicked near
To prey on those who live in fear
They build the walls of trust so high
Then tear them down with every lie

*(Chorus)*
Oh, the virtuous cry from the rooftops high
Singing their praise to the open sky
But behind closed doors, where no one sees
They feed on the innocent, bending knees
Don’t be fooled by the saintly eyes
The devil wears virtue’s disguise
They’re the ones we trust the most
But it’s them we should fear the most

*(Bridge)*
How many prayers are whispered in vain?
How many hearts are broken in pain?
The wolves are dressed like angels bright
They hide in shadows, but shine in light
They wear their halos, hold their crowns
But underneath, they’re pulling us down

*(Chorus)*
Oh, the virtuous cry from the rooftops high
Singing their praise to the open sky
But behind closed doors, where no one sees
They feed on the innocent, bending knees
Don’t be fooled by the saintly eyes
The devil wears virtue’s disguise
They’re the ones we trust the most
But it’s them we should fear the most

*(Outro)*
The light they show, it’s not so pure
Behind the mask, they’re cold, unsure
So when the righteous take the stand
Remember, evil’s close at hand
Virtue’s disguise, it blinds our sight
But in the darkness, they find their light