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You look like an angel (look like an angel) 00:03
Walk like an angel (walk like an angel) 00:08
Talk like an angel 00:12
But I got wise 00:14
You're the devil in disguise 00:18
Oh, yes, you are, devil in disguise 00:21
You fooled me with your kisses 00:27
You cheated and you schemed 00:32
Heaven knows how you lied to me 00:35
You're not the way you seemed 00:38
You look like an angel (look like an angel) 00:42
Walk like an angel (walk like an angel) 00:47
Talk like an angel 00:51
But I got wise 00:53
You're the devil in disguise 00:57
Oh, yes, you are, devil in disguise 01:00
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I thought that I was in heaven 01:06
But I was sure surprised 01:11
Heaven help me, I didn't see 01:14
The devil in your eyes 01:17
You look like an angel (look like an angel) 01:21
Walk like an angel (walk like an angel) 01:26
Talk like an angel 01:30
But I got wise 01:32
You're the devil in disguise 01:36
Oh, yes, you are, devil in disguise 01:39
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You're the devil in disguise 01:59
Oh, yes, you are, devil in disguise 02:01
Oh, yes, you are, devil in disguise 02:05
Oh, yes, you are, devil in disguise 02:09
Oh, yes, you are, devil in disguise 02:13
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(You’re The) Devil In Disguise – English Lyrics

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Discover the hidden meanings behind Elvis Presley's hit, '(You’re The) Devil In Disguise'. This song is a great example of how music can be used to tell stories and explore complex emotions, as it highlights the importance of looking beyond the surface and understanding the true nature of people .

[English]
You look like an angel (look like an angel)
Walk like an angel (walk like an angel)
Talk like an angel
But I got wise
You're the devil in disguise
Oh, yes, you are, devil in disguise
You fooled me with your kisses
You cheated and you schemed
Heaven knows how you lied to me
You're not the way you seemed
You look like an angel (look like an angel)
Walk like an angel (walk like an angel)
Talk like an angel
But I got wise
You're the devil in disguise
Oh, yes, you are, devil in disguise
...
I thought that I was in heaven
But I was sure surprised
Heaven help me, I didn't see
The devil in your eyes
You look like an angel (look like an angel)
Walk like an angel (walk like an angel)
Talk like an angel
But I got wise
You're the devil in disguise
Oh, yes, you are, devil in disguise
...
You're the devil in disguise
Oh, yes, you are, devil in disguise
Oh, yes, you are, devil in disguise
Oh, yes, you are, devil in disguise
Oh, yes, you are, devil in disguise
...

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Vocabulary Meanings

angel

/ˈeɪndʒəl/

A2
  • noun
  • - a spiritual being believed to act as a messenger of God.

walk

/wɔːk/

A1
  • verb
  • - to move at a regular pace by lifting and setting down each foot in turn.

talk

/tɔːk/

A1
  • verb
  • - to speak in order to express thoughts or feelings or communicate information.

wise

/waɪz/

B1
  • adjective
  • - having or showing experience, knowledge, and good judgment.

devil

/ˈdevəl/

B1
  • noun
  • - the supreme spirit of evil; Satan.

disguise

/dɪsˈɡaɪz/

B2
  • noun
  • - a thing that deceives by giving a false impression.
  • verb
  • - to give (someone or oneself) a different appearance in order to conceal one's identity.

fool

/fuːl/

B1
  • verb
  • - to trick or deceive (someone).

kiss

/kɪs/

A2
  • noun
  • - an act of touching with the lips as a sign of love, sexual desire, or greeting.
  • verb
  • - touch or caress with the lips as a sign of love, sexual desire, or greeting.

cheat

/tʃiːt/

B2
  • verb
  • - act dishonestly or unfairly in order to gain an advantage.

scheme

/skiːm/

B2
  • verb
  • - make plans, especially in a devious way or with a secret purpose.

heaven

/ˈhevən/

A2
  • noun
  • - a place regarded in various religions as the abode of God, the angels, and the good after death.

lie

/laɪ/

A2
  • verb
  • - to speak falsely or deceptively.

surprise

/sərˈpraɪz/

B1
  • verb
  • - to cause to feel wonder, amazement, or astonishment.
  • noun
  • - an unexpected or astonishing event, fact, or thing.

eye

/aɪ/

A1
  • noun
  • - the organ of sight in humans and animals.

seem

/siːm/

A2
  • verb
  • - give the impression of being or doing something.

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