(Short version of Strummer/Jones). You have the right not to be killed. Murder is a crime. Unless it is done by a policeman. CHORUS. Know your rights know your rights. Know your rights know your rights. Know your rights know your rights. You have the right to party. Provided you don't mind some. Investigation humiliation. Chorus. You have the right to free speech. As long as you ain't dumb enough to try it. Chorus. These are your rights. Know your rights (repeat to end). Transcribed by Alison Cummings.