Miles Away
Memphis May Fire Lyrics
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For what seems like the millionth time.
They said it gets easier, but they lied.
She looks at me and says, "Really baby, I will be just fine"
But then she looks away so I don't have to see her cry.
And that is when I ask myself
How am I supposed to be
When I feel so alone,
'Cause I left my heart at home.
She needs me, but I know they need me too.
So God, give me the strength to do what you created me to do.
Really I'm so thankful for the people I meet,
The places I've been and the things I've seen,
But when she's not here
It doesn't feel like I'm living my dream.
I know they say that no one is perfect,
But I swear she's perfect for me
And that makes it so much harder to leave.
How am I supposed to be
Everything they expect me to be
When I feel so alone, 'cause I left my heart at home.
She needs me, but I know they need me too.
So God, give me the strength to do what you created me to do.
If you miss me, I'm just a phone call away.
Please be strong, be strong for me.
I need you to show me how to change the inside of me.
For my heart, for their sake.
Be strong, be strong for me!
How am I supposed to be
Everything they expect me to be
When I feel so alone, so alone!
How am I supposed to be
Everything they expect me to be
When I feel so alone,
'Cause I left my heart at home.
She needs me, but I know they need me too.
So God, give me the strength to do what you created me to do.
The song "Miles Away" by Memphis May Fire is a powerful and emotional composition that explores the feelings of a soldier who is struggling to balance the love for his wife with his duty to serve his country. The lyrics are written in the form of a conversation between the soldier and his wife, as he prepares to leave for another tour of duty. As he packs his bags and says goodbye, he is reminded of the many times he has done this before, and how each time it gets harder.
The soldier tries to put on a brave face as he says goodbye to his wife, telling her that everything will be fine. However, as soon as she turns away he breaks down, revealing the true depth of his emotions. He is torn between his love for his wife and his sense of duty and responsibility towards his country. He asks himself how he is supposed to be everything that is expected of him when he feels so alone and disconnected from his loved ones.
Throughout the song, the soldier expresses his gratitude for the experiences he has had and the people he has met, but also acknowledges that none of it feels quite right without his wife by his side. He asks God for strength to do what is necessary, but also pleads with his wife to be strong for him and to help him change on the inside, for both their sakes.
Overall, "Miles Away" is a poignant and honest portrayal of the struggles faced by soldiers, their families and loved ones, as they come to terms with the sacrifices that are required of them. The song's powerful lyrics and emotional delivery make it a touching tribute to all those who serve their country.
Line by Line Meaning
I pack my bags and say goodbye to my wife
Leaving my wife behind, I start packing my luggage for another trip away from home.
For what seems like the millionth time.
This is not the first time I am leaving home, and it feels like I have done this countless times before.
They said it gets easier, but they lied.
Despite being reassured that it gets easier eventually, it never gets easier; it hurts the same every time I leave home.
She looks at me and says, "Really baby, I will be just fine"
My wife reassures me that she will be fine while I am away, but I can tell that she is putting up a brave face.
But then she looks away so I don't have to see her cry.
To avoid crying in front of me, she turns away, and this makes me hurt even more.
And that is when I ask myself
In that moment, I start to question myself and my decision to leave.
How am I supposed to be
Everything they expect me to be
When I feel so alone,
'Cause I left my heart at home.
I wonder how I am expected to meet the expectations of everyone while I am feeling lonely and empty because I left my heart with my wife at home.
She needs me, but I know they need me too.
While my wife needs me, I am also aware that my job needs me to travel and be away from home.
So God, give me the strength to do what you created me to do.
I pray to God for the strength to do what he created me to do, which is to follow my passion and career despite the sacrifices it entails.
Really I'm so thankful for the people I meet,
The places I've been and the things I've seen,
I express gratitude for the people I have met, the places I have visited, and the experiences I have gained from traveling for my job.
But when she's not here
It doesn't feel like I'm living my dream.
However, without my wife's presence, I do not feel like I am living my dream anymore.
I know they say that no one is perfect,
But I swear she's perfect for me
And that makes it so much harder to leave.
I acknowledge that no one is perfect, but my wife is perfect for me, and this makes it even more difficult to leave her behind for work.
If you miss me, I'm just a phone call away.
I remind my wife that I am a phone call away whenever she misses me, and I reassure her that I will always be available for her.
Please be strong, be strong for me.
I need you to show me how to change the inside of me.
For my heart, for their sake.
Be strong, be strong for me!
I ask my wife to be strong for me and show me how to change myself for the better, for the sake of our relationship and our future together.
How am I supposed to be
Everything they expect me to be
When I feel so alone, so alone!
I reiterate my question of how I am supposed to fulfill the expectations of everyone when I am feeling so alone and disconnected from home.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Kellen McGregor, Matthew Mullins
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@codyshoaf4270
+IzieGoEasy
sort of, he is missing his wife terribly because he has to go on tour, to be with... "them". his band mates and fans.
if you listen to the song... (I can't remember and will make another reply after this one with the song title)... he talks about how his ex(?)wife could not deal with him being on the road all the time, and she was just dragging him down, holding him back from his full potential.
I feel as though this song is about somebody that DOES understand what he has to do, but he hates being away from her.
IMHO
@RipperJack30141
Lost my brother to a car crash last week. Former Marine, one kid here, one on the way. He was always on the move between NC and GA to be with family. All I can think about when I hear this song is him. God bless Joe Joe, I'll see you on the other side.
@iLikeBandssss
sending you my highest condolences <3
@SaintSi1999
So sorry man, I'll keep you in my prayers.
@RipperJack30141
Thanks for the well wishes everybody.
@BiancaAraujoBiah
RipperJack30141 Be strong... :)
@roseprinsesse
I'm so sorry. My best wishes for you, your family, and his.
Semper Fidelis
@MissGimm18
My husband made this our song....he leaves a lot being in the Army and all and its tuff on me and our kids....he's deploying again soon and this song just breaks me down to tears every time I hear it....he wants to be the best man he can be to us, but he also has to be the best he can be as a soldier....I will never be anything but proud of him. He's a amazing husband, a damn good father and a hell of a soldier...I love you babe and everything will always be worth it because of you.... When this is all over again....hurry back home, half of my heart will be missing till you're back safe in my arms again...
@strawbrrysundae
Awh i'm sure he misss you and your kids as much as you guys miss him.. I hope you do the things that makes your happy to keep yourself from being sad and missing him too much. Keep yourself happy, and you'll make him happy.
@priscillapete5349
+MissGrimm18 I know how you feel girl. My husband is in the army too
@justinmorgan4568
MissGrimm18 Sending prayers your way. It's men like your husband and wives like you that make this country good old AMERICA.