But No
by Colin Newman
From the album: A-Z
Track 11 of 12 on A-Z (1980).
Lyrics for But No
Because contradictions will arrive at every step and turn Because complications will give rise to new sets of rules Perhaps unaware he let slip what should not be known Resource ever stretching will become his veneer disguise Disguise when resumed could attempt to take his place Replies when received would shock him to find himself But no