The Soldier Song
Babyface · Other Songs - Babyface
He's be one year older
God bless his soul
Barely 18 years old
When he became a soldier
God bless his soul
It's not like he didn't know
The way all he had to cope
But he never made it home
Well I hope and pray
That when god called his name
He did not die in vain
I like to think he died for you and me
And I hope one day
When we look back again
And he's just a memory
That we'll appreciate and respect the life he gave
In another day or so
She might have been a mother
God bless her soul
But she'll never got to hold
Her baby girl knows her
God bless their souls
It's not like she didn't know
The way that things could go
But she never made it home
Well I hope and pray
That when god called her name
She did not die in vain
I like to think she died for you and me
And I hope one day
When we look back again
And she's just a memory
That we'll appreciate and respect the life she gave
Well I hope and pray
That when god called their name
They did not die in vain
I like to think they died for you and me
And I hope one day
When we look back again
And they're just a memory
That we'll appreciate and respect the life they gave
The Soldier Song - Babyface
Babyface's 'The Soldier Song' stands as a poignant exploration of military life and the emotional toll of separation. Recorded during the artist's prolific era of blending R&B with soulful storytelling, the track exemplifies his signature ability to weave personal vulnerability into polished production. The song delves into the quiet struggles of service members, capturing the tension between duty and longing without relying on explicit narrative details. As part of Babyface's extensive catalog of socially conscious and romantic works, the recording reflects a broader cultural interest in the experiences of those serving, delivered through his characteristic smooth vocal harmonies and emotive instrumentation. It remains a testament to his skill in crafting music that resonates deeply with universal themes of sacrifice and home.