When we are born we’re born into a war.
You’ve got 70-odd years to find out what to fight for.
It’s nothing but trouble down here in this world.
And a soldier boy needs a soldier girl.
It’s heartache and trouble and toil and strife:
these are the four pillars that hold up all life.
You don’t have a choice you just land where you’re hurled.
And a soldier boy needs a soldier girl.
The path it is rocky, the road is uphill.
You might find a drink but you won’t drink your fill.
And the pearl of great price is much more than a pearl.
And a soldier boy needs a soldier girl.
Don’t expect much and you’ll still be let down.
You can kick at the sky, you can spit on the ground.
Grab hold of your laughter and protect your joy.
And a soldier girl needs a soldier boy.