Story Behind The Song

Freedom Isn't Free

Lyrics

I remember a field trip back in junior high, crossed the beltway into Washington
And I remember my friends laughin? when I started to cry, during a visit to Arlington
Guess for a kid it ain?t easy to understand but my Grandpa made it so clear to me
That they gave their lives to defend this land, yeah they?re the reason that we are free


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And I proudly place my right hand over my heart; yeah I proclaim my American pride
And I still shed a tear every time I start remembering those men who died
And how they sacrificed for our liberty; I guess that?s just what heroes do
That?s why I pledge allegiance faithfully, and I thank God for the red, white and blue

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Well I grew up a little and I signed my name; yeah, that?s one thing I?ll never regret
(ALT) Well my Grandpa grew up and then he signed his name; I know that?s one thing he did not regret

And if I had it to do over I would do the same; my kids are proud that their dad?s a vet
(ALT) Said if he had it to do over he would do the same; I?m really proud he was a Vet

And when the Devil reminds us that he still exists, the world looks to us to lead the way

So here?s to every brave hero that enlists, they are the promise of the U. S. A.

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Now there?s a reason that so many sign their name; oh yeah, they understand the threat

And it?s courage and honor, not fortune and fame; that?s what I pray we never forget

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