I've seen the worst of men, for less than a dime
A Judas kiss, for a pocketful full of time
They sell their souls, for a fleeting high
But the devil's in the details, and the price is high
The walls are closing in, the darkness is suffocating
We're searching for a way out, but it's hard to find
You want to play it cheap, I'll show you what's real
Betrayal for beggars is a deal that's hard to keep
You're only as good as your word
And your word is worthless
A man's gotta do what a man's gotta do
You won't be there
I'll take my chances, with the devil I know
Rather than trust a snake
With a smile that shows
I've walked the line, between right and wrong
But when the stakes are low, the players get strong
You want to play it cheap, I'll show you what's real
Betrayal for beggars is a deal that's hard to feel