Before You March Away

**Verse 1** We grew up on these broken streets, Skateboard wheels and summer heat, Late-night talks on the rooftop high, Chasing stars in a small-town sky. You were there when I lost my way, Pulled me back when I couldn’t stay, Now you’re packing your duffel tight, Got that fire in your eyes tonight. **Pre-Chorus** Yeah, I see the pride you’re trying to hide, But I know there’s a storm inside. **Chorus** You’re putting on those boots, standing tall, Answering a bigger call. Best friend, you’re braver than you know, Even when it’s hard to let you go. From our hometown to a foreign land, Rifle in your steady hand, No matter how far or where you roam, My brother, you’ve got a home. **Verse 2** We said we’d start a band someday, Take my car and just drive away, Now your road’s painted camouflage, Different dreams, but the same old heart. I’ll keep your secrets, keep your seat, Keep your name carved in concrete, Every Friday at our old bar, I’ll save you a place, wherever you are. **Pre-Chorus** I’ll be here counting every dawn, Till the day you’re coming home. **Chorus** You’re putting on those boots, standing tall, Answering a bigger call. Best friend, you’re braver than you know, Even when it’s hard to let you go. From our hometown to a foreign land, Dog tags shining on your chest, Through every battle, every test, You’re never fighting on your own. **Bridge** If the nights get cold and the weight’s too much, Remember all of us. Every laugh, every scar, Every mile won’t change who we are. And when you hear that distant sound, And the world feels upside down, Just close your eyes — I’m by your side, Like every other time. **Final Chorus** So put on those boots, stand up tall, You were born to face it all. Best friend, don’t you forget, This ain’t goodbye — it’s not over yet. From our hometown to wherever you roam, Every road will lead you home. And when that uniform comes off one day, I’ll be right here… Yeah, I’ll be right here — Before you march away.