The Invisible Army we don’t know is there
That arm round your shoulder, when no one will care
Tender and gentle yet tougher than leather
The glue that is holding the country together
They serve us in stores, down endless roads travel
Knit things together so we don’t unravel
Work in the background, we don’t know they’re there
The very best kind of anti-virus software
Not wearing capes, they don’t need disguises
Exist on low wages and don’t get pay rises
The lifeblood of Britain, not flinching nor jumping
Keeping the heart of community pumping
Bin-collecting, food-serving, life-saving beauties
Going above and beyond their duties
Front line lions, not disenchanted
Roaring at tasks that we all take for granted
They unlock compassion inside you and me
That’s why all you wonderful workers are key.
By Chris White