Story Behind The Song
As a Marine, I work with young Marines on a daily basis. This is a tribute to them. They do not question, they just do. They deserve support and need it to know they are appreciated and have a welcome place to come home to. A view of the thought proce
Song Description
A patriotic boy who is transformed into a Marine. He has completed the breaking down and rebuilding process and transformed from boy to Marine. From boot camp to the front lines, a letter home saying he is in control and for all the rest of America to g
| Song Length |
3:51 |
Genre |
Country - Contemporary, Country - Alternative |
| Tempo |
Slow (71 - 90) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Moving, Poignant |
Subject |
Encouragement, Hero |
| Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
Lyrics
I come from an Island
In the Carolina sand
Where I was broke down, built up and reborn a fighting man
My blood runs red, white and blue
I?ll brave the cold, the rain, the pain and the bullets so you don?t have to
Don?t worry about me; I?ll be all right
Just care for your children and sleep tight
I?ll keep you safe on my watch tonight
It?s a long, long way from that island
And a long way from home
With the thought of you standing behind me
I could never be alone
There?s a promise I need you to make
While I?m gone you take care of the love
And I?ll deal with the hate.
Don?t worry about me; I?ll be all right
Just care for your children and sleep tight
I?ll keep you safe on my watch tonight
Don?t worry about me; I?ll be all right
Just care for your children and sleep tight
I?ll keep you safe on my watch tonight
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