Music
"You Are Not Alone"
They all grew up together on the outskirts of Mobile
Two brothers and their best friend, now they're headed for the field
Parris Island prodigies, they're ready to defend-
I told my brother, go as boys, for you'll all come back men.
After 13 months in Baghdad, I had the youngest on the phone
My brother's on a detail, and his is in the zone.
I said I have been where you are now so many years ago
and hearing what is in your voice I can tell you need to know
You are not alone.
We're all beside you now
don't be afraid to reach out
we'll help you through somehow
you've sacrificed so much
let us help to bring you home
and hold you here among us
you are not alone.
The day before my birthday I was making party plans
Heard footsteps in the walkway and I saw the Corp's white van
I ran with tearful thankfulness for my brother's journey home
When I opened up the door, there were two Marines I didn't know
(taps plays quietly in the background)
We expected neighbors and family from out of town
the notice was in the paper, of when we'd put him in the ground.
we headed for the service, and I thought I was prepared
the driver made the corner - there were a hundred flags, waving in the air
you are not alone
we're all beside you now
don't be afraid to reach out
we'll help you through somehow
you've sacrificed enough
let us help you here at home
and hold you here among us-
you are not alone.
This song is based on a story that is true to far too many Americans, but it is not autobiographical. A cost of war worldwide is that it rips families apart.
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I couldn't sing it myself because it was too overwhelming. So a demo was cut finally, and I'm thrilled to share it.
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Copyrighted in 2016, I believe my little song is ready for trained ears that may wish to take this song on professionally. I would like to work out a deal with the right artist or production team.
I hope to upload another version of this song soon that includes a church choir singing the part of the Patriot Guard mission that is represented in the last verse and chorus of the song.
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I have other military-themed songs, a whole cd in my head. I'm waiting to be working with the right people.
Thank you for your time.