Warriors
Warriors of Freedom: A Tribute to the Brave Souls Who Answered the Call
Lyrics
The old guard rolls and a hero passes by
The previous generation of soldiers moves on, and a hero passes away.
Another one's gone
Referring to the loss of another individual in the context of war or service.
To the other side
Expressing the idea that someone else has died and crossed over to the afterlife.
Brothers and sisters who gave it their all
Recognizing the sacrifice of brothers and sisters who gave their utmost effort.
They said send me
Referring to individuals who willingly volunteered when the country called for service.
When America called
Highlighting the commitment of individuals who responded to the call of America.
And most of them died in a far away land
Many of these individuals died in a distant land, far from home.
Charged up a hill
Describing soldiers charging up a hill, possibly in a battle scenario.
To the beat of a band
Emphasizing the rhythmic aspect of soldiers' movements, marching to the beat of a band.
That played oh beautiful for spacious skies
Referencing the lyrics of "America the Beautiful" to symbolize the nation's ideals.
And God bless America
Invoking a blessing upon America in a patriotic context.
The price tag of freedom will never die
Stating that the cost of freedom is enduring and will never be forgotten.
And I thank God for the warriors with fire in their eyes
Expressing gratitude to God for the warriors who had a passionate commitment.
Medals and memories are all that remain
Acknowledging that what remains of these warriors are their medals and memories.
But the lives they lived
Highlighting that the impact of their lives continues to honor their names.
Honor their names
Emphasizing the lasting legacy of those who sacrificed in war.
War costs blood and trillions well at least that's what they say
Commenting on the significant human and financial costs of war.
Real men and women
Acknowledging that real men and women bear the tangible cost of war.
With a price to pay
Stating that there is a price to pay for those who participate in war.
Their voices are now quiet but they still live on
Despite their voices being silenced, the memory of these individuals persists.
In the hearts of the living
Indicating that the memory of warriors lives on in the hearts of the living.
And this little song
Referring to the impact of a song that encapsulates the spirit of patriotism.
That played oh beautiful for spacious skies
Reiterating the reference to "America the Beautiful" as a tribute to the nation.
And God bless America
Invoking a blessing upon America again in the context of freedom's cost.
The price tag of freedom will never die
Reiterating the idea that the price of freedom is everlasting.
And I thank God for the warriors with fire in their eyes
Expressing continued gratitude to God for warriors with intense determination.
In their eyes
Repeating the notion of warriors possessing fire in their eyes.
The price tag of freedom
Reemphasizing the enduring cost associated with maintaining freedom.
In their eyes
Reiterating the concept of the price tag of freedom in the eyes of warriors.
The price tag of freedom will never die
Affirming that the cost of freedom will persist without fading away.
And I thank God for the warriors with fire in their eyes
Continuing to express gratitude to God for the passionate warriors.
Singing oh beautiful for spacious skies
Returning to the reference of "America the Beautiful" in a singing context.
And God bless America
Repeating the blessing upon America in connection with the nation's beauty.
The honor guard changes at the tomb of unknowns
Describing a ceremonial change of the honor guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
Another day's gone
Noting the passage of time as another day concludes.
The sun's setting low
Describing the sunset as the day comes to an end.
Then the last rays of light shine down on six men
Depicting a poignant moment as the last rays of light shine on six individuals.
They raised old glory
Describing the act of raising the American flag as a symbolic gesture.
Once again
Repeating the symbolic raising of the flag as a significant act.
Once again
Reiterating the powerful act of raising the flag in tribute.
Once again
Repeating the significance of raising the flag in honor, possibly as a closing refrain.
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