Once a lad from Bordertown with a glint in his eye
Rode the waves of politics never shy
From union meetings to Parliament strong
Bob Hawke made history sang our song
[Chorus]
Bob Hawke the legend lived life on the edge
With a beer in hand and a vow to pledge
For the people he fought with a smile so wide
Bob Hawke our hero our nation's pride
[Verse 2]
Campaigned for progress spoke his mind bold
From Accord to Medicare his story's told
Broke records in beer and hearts filled with cheer
Bob Hawke our leader loud and clear
[Chorus]
Bob Hawke the legend lived life on the edge
With a beer in hand and a vow to pledge
For the people he fought with a smile so wide
Bob Hawke our hero our nation's pride
[Bridge]
Silver hair and a heart of gold
Stories of his triumphs and days of old
Loved by many respected by all
Bob Hawke the name echoing in the hall
[Chorus]
Bob Hawke the legend lived life on the edge
With a beer in hand and a vow to pledge
For the people he fought with a smile so wide
Bob Hawke our hero
[Bridge]
Silver hair and a heart of gold
Stories of his triumphs and days of old
Loved by many respected by all
Bob Hawke the name echoing in the hall
[Chorus]
Bob Hawke the legend lived life on the edge
With a beer in hand and a vow to pledge
For the people he fought with a smile so wide
Bob Hawke our hero our nation's pride