They say the clothes maketh the man
Soldier why you wear your pants
So tight, your boots so long
A shiny badge to make you strong

[Chorus]
Soldier git ready for a fight
In your jacket black as night
In your boots so big and tall
Mister git ready for a fall

Officer put me all at ease
A holster's where you keep your piece
Hold it in your lawful hand
And then you tell me your the man

[Chorus]

Officer hold me close and tight
On a cold December night
Doing me wrong that feels so right
Beneath a cold electric light

Please let me take another bite
Just one kick and say goodnight
Your boots so long your legs so strong
Singing your football victory song

"ha ha ha ha..."


Lyrics submitted by DGitlin

Soldier Lyrics as written by Rich Harrison Kelendria Rowland

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    You gotta love Vic's songwriting skills. This song makes police brutality sound sexy as hell.
    overcome02on February 21, 2013   Link
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    How has no one commented on this song? This is the sexiest thing I have ever heard
    SurfinNoodleson June 24, 2004   Link
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    Sexy....yeah....
    Drew the Jewon December 17, 2006   Link
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    I agree, Drew the Jew is shit at BG2.
    FackingHellon December 17, 2006   Link
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    Vic wrote this song immediately after a conversation he had with his Father who was a Police Officer. His father inspired Rude and Reckless and other songs as well, His father passed unfortunately. The song was missing something and Vic saw a candle a glass candle with the pictures on it and went in and hit it with a stick and you can hear it in the song the tap tap and it made the song sound in such a unique way. Vic's ability too make music and write songs is truly a talent that I will always respect. He is the most respected musician genius in my opinion. He brought Ska back in such a uniquely classic way . The Slackers are the most respected and amazing band as well in my opinion. The Slackers didn't botch Ska they gave it just what it needed. Greatness on top of greatness. Hah and shit they put on AMAZING shows unforgettable shows, unforgettable music.. I dig it.
    ayyon December 16, 2013   Link

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