The Highwayman/Quotes

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I was a highwayman. Along the coach roads I did ride
With sword and pistol by my side
Many a young maid lost her baubles to my trade

Many a soldier shed his lifeblood on my blade.
—"Highwayman", Jimmy Webb

I'm the dandy highwayman, who you're too scared to mention.

I spend my cash on looking flash and grabbing your attention.
—"Stand and Deliver", Adam and the Ants

I became a highwayman was daylight robbery,
I was no prince charming nothing dandy about me,