Human Shield Lyrics - Flags And Emblems - Stiff Little Fingers

How do you propose to live your life in times like these 

Growing up surrounded by the fear and hate disease 

I believe that we all need protection from the world 

And our friends enfold us like a barrier unfurled 

I believe in the human shield 

I believe in the human shield 

People try to use you and abuse you every day 

Doesn't seem to matter what you do or what you say 

Then you need a friend that you can count on when you're down 

Someone who will ward off all the hatred all around 

(Chorus:) 

The human shield protects your soul 

And keeps you on the ground 

The human shield protects your heart from being ground down 

Dreams will all be shattered and your hopes dashed on the ground 

As you grow to realise, this world's a real hard town 

I believe that we all need protection every day 

And our friends will form a shield that works in every way 

I believe in the human shield 

I believe in the human shield 

(Chorus)