Drivers of the Valley

[Intro]
Another strike is rolling, can you hear the call?
The Mat-Su Valley bus drivers, standing tall

[Verse 1]
They wake before the dawn, coffee warms their hands
Navigating snowy roads, doing the best they can
Kids in the back, oh they laugh and they sway
But driving hyperactive hearts ain't easy every day

[Pre-Chorus]
Durham, oh hear our plea, for those who drive our youth
They deserve our respect, let’s act on this truth

[Chorus]
Pay these drivers what they’re worth, it’s a heavy load they bear
Shuttling little monsters, through the wintry air
Six and seven million questions echoing all around
Their voices need to be heard, let’s lift their spirits off the ground

[Verse 2]
New challenges will come, as the hours stretch long
Drivers keeping our kids safe, in the dark they stay strong
Durham, it’s time to step up, open that checkbook wide
If not, let’s find new roads, with someone by our side

[Chorus]
Pay these drivers what they’re worth, it’s a heavy load they bear
Shuttling little monsters, through the wintry air
Six and seven million questions echoing all around
Their voices need to be heard, let’s lift their spirits off the ground

[Bridge]
They can walk in the snow, but why should it come to that?
The kids need their drivers, let’s put an end to this spat
Maybe it’s time for change, a new company to find
To serve the valley kids, let’s keep them safe and kind

[Chorus]
Pay these drivers what they’re worth, it’s a heavy load they bear
Shuttling little monsters, through the wintry air
Durham, hear our voices, don’t let this moment fade
Step up for the drivers, for the kids’ sweet serenade

[Outro]
Another strike is coming, can you feel the call?
Pay our valley bus drivers, it's time to stand tall
Together in this journey, let’s thank them every day
For driving our children home, through the snow and the gray