Citizen Soldier
3 Doors Down Lyrics

Beyond the boundaries of your city's lights.
Outside of the familiar surroundings you're accustomed to, are brave individuals who are waiting for the opportunity to help and serve you.

Stand the heroes waiting for your cries.
These heroes are standing by and eagerly awaiting your call for help, willing to provide their assistance and sacrifices to aid you.

So many times you did not bring this on yourself.
You may not have intentionally caused the problems you're facing, but regardless of the reason, they are no less deserving of our attention and willingness to assist.

When that moment finally comes, I'll be there to help.
The artist is making a promise to be there to assist whenever they're needed, and to help in any way possible.

And on that day, when you need your brothers and sisters to care.
The moment that calls for help may be distressing and difficult, but during that time of need, the artist and others will be around to offer aid.

I'll be right here.
The singer is pledging to be a consistent source of support, regardless of the circumstances or the amount of help required.

Citizen soldiers.
The reference to 'citizen soldiers' represents individuals who are fighting for a just cause, not because it is their profession, but because of their commitment to do the right thing.

Holding the light for the ones that we guide from the dark of despair.
Those who are willing to stand up and do the right thing, will create hope, acting as a beacon for those who might be lost or struggling, directing them towards a better future.

Standing on guard for the ones that we've sheltered.
In addition to guiding, citizens soldiers also offer protection to those in their care, providing safety and stability while helping them get back on their feet.

We'll always be ready because we will always be there.
The artist and their fellow citizen soldiers are always prepared to act quickly and effectively whenever a situation calls for their help.

When there are people crying in the streets.
This line highlights the emotional turmoil and sense of hopelessness that can be present during a crisis or when someone is struggling.

When they're starving for a meal to eat.
One of the most basic human needs being threatened underscores the severity and magnitude of the situation the artist and the other citizen soldiers are addressing.

When they simply need a place to make their beds.
Even the most mundane of basic human necessities like rest and shelter may be under threat, prompting the need for immediate assistance.

Right here underneath my wing, you can rest your head.
The singer is offering comfort and protection, promising to be a source of support during troubling times.

Hope and pray, that you never need me.
Despite being committed to their duty as a citizen soldier, the singer hopes that those in their care would never need to call upon their services.

But rest assured I will not let you down.
Even if the artist hopes that they will never be needed, they're reassuring those that might require their help that they won't let them down if it's ever necessary.

I walk beside you, but you may not see me.
The artist may be actively supporting or helping, but this doesn't always mean that their presence and efforts will be visible to their charges.

The strongest among you may not wear a crown.
The singer is reminding those that need their help that strength is measured by someone's commitment to help, not their status or title.

On the day when you need your brothers and sisters to care.
Once again, the singer is emphasizing the fact that when someone requires aid or support, their community is there and ready to help.

I'll be right here.
The artist is reaffirming their promise to be a consistent and reliable source of support for those that need it.

On that day when you don't have strength for the burden you bear.
The artist is recognizing that sometimes even the strongest people aren't capable of dealing with everything on their own, and thus deserve and need the support of others.

I'll be right here.
Once again, the artist is pledging to be there for the ones who require assistance and invite them to lean on them for support.

Citizen soldiers.
The repetition of the term 'citizen soldiers' serves to remind the listener of the commitment, devotion, and responsibility that comes with serving the community.

Holding the light for the ones that we guide from the dark of despair.
Again, the artist highlights that their duty is to be a guiding light to those in despair or struggling, providing them with hope and illumination they need to get out of the rut.

Standing on guard for the ones that we've sheltered.
The repetition of this line reinforces the idea that the singer and other citizen soldiers stand watch and protect the people that they've taken under their wing, granting them a sense of safety and security on par with their emotional support.

We'll always be ready because we will always be there.
This line at the end emphasizes that the singer and their peers are indeed always ready for any situation that might need their community to come together and make positive changes. They're ready, willing, and able to help because they understand that's what being a citizen soldier is all about.