How'd Ya Earn Your Livin'
The U.S. Navy Seals Lyrics

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When i go home
My buddys they will say
Howd ya earn your livin
Howd ya earn your pay
I replied in a very loud tone
I earn my livin in the surf zone
Oh when i go out
The ladys they will say

Howd ya earn your livin
Down ya earn your pay
I replied as i point to my chest
I earn my livin with the lean and rest
And when i got to hell
Satan he will say
Howd ya earn your livin
Howd ya earn your pay
I reply as i clench my knife
Get out of my way before i take your life
And when i go home
My momma she will say
Howd ya earn your livin
Howd ya earn your pay
I reply as i point to my bars
I earn my livin on a killin squad
Hoo yah
Ah hah
Hoo yah
Ah hah
Haaaa!

Mickey Hill

Overall Meaning

This song is an anthem for the Navy Seals and describes how they earn their living and pay. The lyrics suggest that they earn their living in the dangerous surf zone where they face the greatest physical and mental challenges, and where they put everything on the line for their country. The song also highlights the respect they receive from others, including women who are attracted to their bravery and strength. When faced with death, the Navy Seal rises to the occasion, ready to defend their life and those of their comrades. When they go home, they are proud to tell their families how they earn their living, even if it is on a killing squad.

Line by Line Meaning

When i go home
Upon returning home

My buddys they will say
My friends will ask

Howd ya earn your livin
How do you make a living?

Howd ya earn your pay
How do you earn money?

I replied in a very loud tone
I yelled my response

I earn my livin in the surf zone
By operating in the water

Oh when i go out
When I go out

The ladys they will say
Women will ask

Howd ya earn your livin
How do you make a living?

Down ya earn your pay
How do you earn money?

I replied as i point to my chest
I gestured towards my chest as I responded