Pride is for the priviliged Pride is for a few Who can't afford a conscience clean and morals too You can't undo what can't be undone I can't rewind and so I run Exception, yeah You are my exception Exception, yeaaah Exception You came to me with confidence I saw the devil smile He said "hey here's your second chance" Redemption for a life A heart-shaped magic lucky charm My gift to you will keep me warm Exception, yeah You are my exception Exception, yeaaah If I can be your angel Flying through a desert storm A soothing calm oasis You will always be my one Exception Exception [instrumental break] I had an inner vision Attacking from behind A backstabbing illusion No smoke without a fire You told the truth I lived a lie There's nothing I won't sacrifice Exception, yeah You are my exception Exception, yeaaah If I can be your angel Flying through a desert storm A soothing calm oasis You will always be my one Exception You are my exception Exception, yeah You are my exception Exception, yeaaah Exception