[Verse 1]
If you wake up and feel unamused by the birds and their chirping
Why bother pretending they're welcome just to spare their feelings?

[Chorus]
Mercy, mercy, mercy
I say, who needs it?
Mercy, mercy, mercy
Oh, who cares?

[Verse 2]
If you've sat down to inspect mess on your table and shuddered
Why not just abuse the waitress 'til you've regained hunger?

[Chorus]
Mercy, mercy, mercy
I say, who needs it?
Mercy, mercy, mercy
Oh, who cares?

[Verse 3]
If you find out the woman you've drowned does not float like a mallard
Why bother clearing her name? It won't wring out the water

[Chorus]
Mercy, mercy, mercy
I say, who needs it?
Mercy, mercy, mercy
Oh, who cares?