The song finds DeGraw promising his girl everlasting love, and when she needs someone he'll always be there fighting for her. The song has charted inside the top-forty on the Dutch chart and has also charted on the UK Singles Chart and the Adult Pop Songs chart. DeGraw appeared on the last episode of One Tree Hill and performed the track.
Soldier
Gavin DeGraw Lyrics
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They got scared when the lights went low.
I'll get you through it nice and slow,
When the world's spinning out of control.
Afraid of what they might lose
Might get scraped or they might get bruised.
You could beg them, what's the use?
I'll get it if you need it,
I'll search if you don't see it,
You're thirsty, I'll be rain,
You get hurt, I'll take your pain.
I know you don't believe it,
But I said it and I still mean it,
When you heard what I told you,
When you get worried I'll be your soldier.
Funny when times get hard,
At the last moment when you're supposed to charge,
Always on the longest yard,
Oh, they feel their feet getting cold.
Hiding here, hiding there,
Find them underneath the stairs,
People hiding everywhere,
Trying to be still like a stone.
I'll get it if you need it,
I'll search if you can't see it,
You're thirsty, I'll be rain,
You get hurt, I'll take your pain.
I know you don't believe it,
But I said it and I still mean it,
When you heard what I told you,
When you get worried I'll be your soldier.
My aim is so true,
I wanna show you,
I'll try forever,
I'm never gonna say "surrender".
I'll get it if you need it,
I'll search if you can't see it,
You're thirsty, I'll be rain,
You get hurt, I'll take your pain.
I know you don't believe it,
But I said it and I still mean it,
When you heard what I told you,
When you get worried I'll be your soldier.
I'll be your soldier
Well I'll be, oh I'll be your soldier
I'll be your soldier
The lyrics to Gavin DeGraw’s song “Soldier” convey the message of unconditional love, support, and loyalty. The song talks about a person who is afraid and lost in the world, and how Gavin or the “soldier” will always be there for them no matter what. The opening lines suggest that everyone around the person has abandoned them because they got scared when things got dark. But Gavin assures the person that he will be there for them and hold their hand through their troubles. The chorus explains how he will search for their problems, quench their thirst, and even take their pain away. The second verse highlights the struggles of people who are in hiding and the soldier’s promise to find them.
The song “Soldier” is inspirational, and its lyrics provide hope and comfort to those who are lost and struggling. We all need a “soldier” who we can rely on in times of crisis. Gavin’s aim in the song is so true, and he never wants to say “surrender." This means that he will always keep trying to be there for the person, and no matter how tough the situation, he will stand beside them as their loyal soldier.
Line by Line Meaning
Where did all the people go?
Everyone disappeared in the dark, scary situation
They got scared when the lights went low.
Fear crept in when danger was near
I'll get you through it nice and slow,
I'll help you overcome your problems patiently
When the world's spinning out of control.
When everything seems chaotic and confusing
Afraid of what they might lose
Petrified of the potential losses
Might get scraped or they might get bruised.
They might endure injury or harm along the way
You could beg them, what's the use?
You could plead with them but they won't budge
That's why it's called a moment of truth
The moment where the truth prevails and fears surface
I'll get it if you need it,
I'll help you find what you're looking for
I'll search if you don't see it,
I'll look for it on your behalf
You're thirsty, I'll be rain,
If you're in need, I'll be the one to provide for you
You get hurt, I'll take your pain.
If you're in pain, I'll bear it on your behalf
I know you don't believe it,
I understand if you don't have faith in me
But I said it and I still mean it,
I meant it when I said it and I still do
When you heard what I told you,
When you listened to what I said
When you get worried I'll be your soldier.
When you get anxious, I'll be there to protect and defend you
Funny when times get hard,
Ironically, when circumstances are adverse
At the last moment when you're supposed to charge,
When you're expected to make a final effort
Always on the longest yard,
It always seems to be at the most difficult point
Oh, they feel their feet getting cold.
They start to feel hesitant and unsure
Hiding here, hiding there,
Being concealed in different places
Find them underneath the stairs,
Finding them hidden away under the stairwell
People hiding everywhere,
People trying to escape from danger
Trying to be still like a stone.
Trying to be motionless and undetectable
My aim is so true,
My intention is pure and genuine
I wanna show you,
I want to demonstrate my loyalty
I'll try forever,
I'll make an unending effort
I'm never gonna say "surrender".
I'm never going to give up on you
Well I'll be, oh I'll be your soldier
I'll stand by your side and protect you
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Gavin DeGraw
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@MongooseJakeNerf
+OrangeClosetLight
As quoted: "since free he hasn't released a single good song"
I simply must ask... Did your hearing quit at that point in time, or did your speakers and headphones in every single device that can play music that you own all fry at the same point in time?
Plenty of good songs from Gavin Degraw, in each album before and after Free.
@CH89174
Gavin is so underrated for such a talented artist who has been in the industry,for a while now. He deserves more appreciation and love.
@mariacordovil5643
I coudn't agree more...💥
@cailabarnes1318
Trust me, he gets it.
@mrw0486
Those who know.......know
@shyannaluckey2959
So true
@jinnieluv7921
I agree 💯%
@Chaseannie17
He is the NICEST guy I've ever had the pleasure of working with! Always goes out of his way to introduce himself to everybody and talk to everyone. A really down to earth guy.
@beverlyobannon5138
I would just die if I could meet him. I'm so obsessed with ALL of his music. He's an amazing, beautiful person. He's definitely my celeb crush ♥️👏
@leostroo863
Iinmmmmmmjjjjm/;//m8988mmmmmkmkkmkmmmm/takje 2 jaar geleden 2 is the most beautiful 2 nmk(kkkkkkkkkkkkkokkkk(kkkkkkkkkkkk((kkof the year that I am a fan and
@bayaosborns6453
Can imagine💯