Sailors and Soldiers

[Verse 1: Sid Griffin] Sailors and soldiers Uniformed shoulders They're growing older Over the sea [Verse 2: Billy Bragg] Troops, are you leaving Firmly believing There's no reason for grieving Over the sea? [Bridge: Sid Griffin] Far from the banners Far from the glamour Far from the planners Who sent them to die [Verse 3: Sid Griffin] Herded like cattle They head for the battle Their rifles will rattle Over the sea [Verse 4: Billy Bragg] Too young to be shaving But the flags they are waving For the fury they're braving Over the sea [Bridge: Billy Bragg, Both] Far from the banners Far from the glamour Far from the planners Who sent them to die [Verse 5: Sid Griffin] Proudly parading With their medals they're laden But their glory is fading Over the sea [Outro: Sid Griffin, BIlly Bragg, Both] Sailors and soldiers Sailors and soldiers Sailors and soldiers Sailors and soldiers Sailors and soldiers Sailors and soldiers Sailors and soldiers Sailors and soldiers