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 Says the collier, what was you in the world above ?

I was an Exciseman, and few did me love;

Indeed, Mr. Devil, the truth I will tell,

Since I have got here, I will be what you will.

Since you're an Exciseman, here you must remain,

You will never get out of this dark cell again;

The gates they are fast, and bind you secure,

All this you must suffer for robbing the poor.

Indeed, Mr, Devil, if you'll pity me,

No more will I rob the poor you shall see;

If you will look over as you've done before,

I never will rob the poor any more.

Come, give me your money which now I demand,

Before you can get to the Christian land;

O yes, Mr. Devil, the Exciseman did say,

I wish to get back for to see light of day.