It started back in '94 with the passing of a Boston Jake And all it took to grab my heart was the sound that the bagpipes made So on with my life I go with experiences gained through work But the dream to get on the job in my heart and mind always keeping me focussed It was a tribute to a fallen brother and from across the nation Peers showed up to show their appreciation Boston Jakes are on duty and they're ready At a blaze or incident, so focussed and real steady In double zero the job came in, the dream was realized I felt a sense of purpose, pride and complete fullfillment But with the job comes real life danger, sacrifices that's the code spoke The territory that goes with my decision to take the job Boston Jakes are on duty and they're ready At a blaze or incident, so focussed and real steady Boston Jakes committed to the people they serve Never hesitating to jump to action or lend a hand