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The second set of madrigales

to 3. 4. 5. and 6. Parts: Apt for Viols and Voyces. Newly composed by Thomas Bateson

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[V. Pleasure]

Pleasure, is a wanton thing

Pleasure, is a wanton thing, When old and young doe dance and spring, Pleasure, is a wanton thing, When old and young, doe dance and spring, Pleasure it is that most desire, And yet tis but a fooles hire. Pleasure it is that most desire, And yet tis but a fooles hire.