Devil Doesn't Bargain – English Lyrics

• By: Alec Benjamin
• Album: (Un)Commentary

Lyrics & Translation

Learning a new language can be an emotional journey, and Alec Benjamin's "Devil Doesn't Bargain" offers a powerful and relatable story to connect with. Through its clear narrative and metaphorical lyrics about a toxic relationship, you can learn vocabulary related to emotions, warnings, and interpersonal dynamics. The song's blend of storytelling and catchy pop-folk melody makes it a compelling and memorable way to engage with English.

[English]

The devil doesn't bargain

...

It's useless, don't do this, it's hubris to try

He's ruthless, you knew this, I told you, didn't I?

He's abusive, elusive, the truth is he lies

I know you don't want to let go

And just like before, I can see that you're sure

You can change him, but I know you won't

The devil doesn't bargain, he'll only break your heart again

It isn't worth it, darling, he's never gonna change

He'll never be Prince Charming, he'll only do you harm again

I don't mean to meddle, but the devil doesn't settle

No, the devil doesn't bargain

Mm, mm, mm, mm

The devil doesn't bargain

Mm, mm, mm, mm

I'm not one to lecture, talk down to a friend

I don't mean to pressure, mean to condescend

But I just want what's best for you in the end

I know you don't want to let go

And just like before, I can see that you're sure

You can change him, but I know you won't

The devil doesn't bargain, he'll only break your heart again

It isn't worth it, darling, he's never gonna change

He'll never be Prince Charming, he'll only do you harm again

I don't mean to meddle, but the devil doesn't settle

No, the devil doesn't bargain

Mm, mm, mm, mm

The devil doesn't bargain

Mm, mm, mm, mm

And I know you think he'll change this time

But I think that you will find

The devil doesn't bargain, he'll only break your heart again

It isn't worth it, darling, he's never gonna change

He'll never be Prince Charming, he'll only do you harm again

I don't mean to meddle, but the devil doesn't settle

No, the devil doesn't bargain

Mm, mm, mm, mm

The devil doesn't bargain

Mm, mm, mm, mm

The devil doesn't bargain

Mm, mm, mm, mm

The devil doesn't bargain

Mm, mm, mm, mm

Mmm, mmm, mmm, mmm

...

Key Grammar Structures

• The devil doesn't bargain

  ➔ Present simple tense with 'doesn't'

  ➔ The verb 'doesn't' is used to indicate a habitual or general truth, emphasizing that the devil never bargains.

• It's useless, don't do this, it's hubris to try

  ➔ Contractions ('it's', 'don't') and infinitive ('to try')

  ➔ 'It's' is a contraction of 'it is', 'don't' is a contraction of 'do not', and 'to try' is the infinitive form used after 'it's hubris'.

• He's ruthless, you knew this, I told you, didn't I?

  ➔ Contraction ('he's', 'didn't') and tag question ('didn't I?')

  ➔ 'He's' is a contraction of 'he is', 'didn't' is a contraction of 'did not', and the tag question 'didn't I?' seeks confirmation.

• The devil doesn't settle

  ➔ Present simple tense with 'doesn't'

  ➔ Similar to the first line, 'doesn't' emphasizes a general truth about the devil's nature.

• I don't mean to meddle, but...

  ➔ Infinitive of purpose ('to meddle')

  ➔ 'To meddle' is used after 'mean' to express intention or purpose.