BIG JACK AT THE BACK
( For Jack Charlton )

A giant standing proud and tall
A brick in our unbeaten wall
All for one and one for all
Big Jack at the back 

Solid base and firm foundation
A rock in every situation
He’s a favourite of the nation
Big Jack at the back 

Uncomplicated, strong and tough
Uncompromising northern bluff
No-one’s made of sterner stuff
Big Jack at the back 

A defender to depend on
Strong of sinew, tough of tendon
He’s the one you love to send on
Big Jack at the back 

Lion hearted do or die-er
He’s the one who can inspire
In his belly burns a fire
Big Jack at the back 

He’s a winner, not a loser
He’s a rough ‘em, tough ‘em bruiser
He’s a goalscorer’s confuser
Big Jack at the back

Paul Cookson