Knocked to the ground and treated like shit Unions can 't protect you from big business After years and years of your loyalty Dealing with poor conditions and a meager pay CHORUS Worker 's rights , that 's what we need Worker 's rights for those who build this country We struggle for survival right into our graves Busting our ass for a standard wage Times are tough and work is hard to find It 's times like these I think I 'll turn to crime CHORUS The unions are corrupt and the bosses full of greed Who will take a stand for the working man 's needs We 'll fight for our rights , standing side by side You will never kill our working class pride CHORUS Knocked to the ground and treated like shit Unions can 't protect you from big business Tell your politicians you 've got something to say You want better wages and job security CHORUS