Mama Tell Me Why
War's Heartache: A Soldier's Cry for Answers
Lyrics
My order comes on radio
Expressing that the speaker's message is broadcast on the radio.
I fire my projectiles
Referring to the act of launching projectiles, possibly indicating involvement in warfare.
The target is a peaceful house
The target of the speaker's actions is a peaceful house, suggesting a conflict with civilians.
And commander screams
The commander gives an order or direction in the context of war.
”More fire!”
The commander urges for more aggressive action, intensifying the conflict.
Houses burned to the ground
Describing the destruction of houses, possibly indicating the consequences of war.
Humanity is gone
Suggesting a grim outcome where humanity is lost, emphasizing the severity of the situation.
Earth is burning all around
Expressing the widespread devastation with the Earth burning all around.
And I wish I’d be back home
Despite the chaos, the speaker wishes to be back home, indicating a longing for safety and normalcy.
Mama tell my why
The speaker addresses their mother, indicating a personal connection and seeking understanding.
I’m in this war
Expressing confusion and questioning the reason for being involved in a war.
Can’t see the reason why
The speaker is unable to see a valid justification for their involvement in the conflict.
I never killed a man before
Expressing remorse or disbelief at having to take a life for the first time.
Now I’m fighting for a lie
The speaker feels betrayed or deceived, fighting for a cause they now perceive as false.
I went in military school
The speaker joined a military school with the intention of defending their homeland.
To shield my Motherland
Expressing a commitment to protect the homeland and its values.
A guard protecting right from wrong
Originally, the speaker understood their role as guarding against what is wrong.
Now I don’t understand
Expressing confusion or disillusionment, as the speaker no longer understands their mission.
Mama I don’t wanna
The speaker communicates a strong desire not to participate in the war.
Fight this war
Reiterating the unwillingness to fight and expressing the hope to stay alive.
I will try to stay alive
Despite the reluctance, the speaker will try to survive the war.
But I send my love to you and dad
Sending love to parents, preparing for the possibility of not returning alive.
In case I’m gonna die
Expressing the acknowledgment of the risk of death in the war.
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