I Don't Know Why I Left
U.S. Military Lyrics
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Have to hide
Why does it
Be this way
Well I know something you
Don't need to hide
Anymore you should see
Oh why
Oh where do we go
Often we roam
Far from our home alone
Oh where did she go
Imma spirit from the unknown
It's just so subliminal
Can't fuck with this no I feel like I'm no civilian bro
I could just feel like I'm in my mode
I got it all a la mode
I feel like I can't even frequent the dream
I feel that's the way I suppose
I try and get some sleep
I've been counting sheep
I don't understand
What you want from me
All you really have
Do you call it peace
I don't feel I am
What you saw as free
So round and round we go
Down and out we know
Oh I know right
Well I know something you
Don't need to hide
Anymore you should see
Oh why
Why does it have to be this way
Oh where do we go
Often we roam
Far from our home alone
Oh where do we go
The U.S. Military's song "I Don't Know Why I Left" seems to be a reflection of a soldier's emotional and psychological struggles. The lyrics depict a sense of discomfort and anxiety, which the singer cannot seem to locate the source of the issue. As the song progresses, the singer's condition worsens, and they begin to feel tired and ultimately sink deeper into a "dark place" where negativity rules. In the end, the singer manages to leave this dark place and feels happy but still fearful of when it might return.
The song's lyrics touch on various issues that could be related to a soldier's experiences, such as PTSD, depression, and anxiety. It is evident that the singer is dealing with inner turmoil that they cannot fully explain, and this can be relatable to anyone who has gone through a traumatic experience. The song's ending also suggests that the happiness the singer experiences is temporary, and that they are well aware of it.
Despite being an emotional track, "I Don't Know Why I Left" also manages to depict a sense of resilience and determination. The singer is fighting to overcome whatever is causing their distress, and while it is not easy, they are willing to continue the battle.
Line by Line Meaning
Something feels wrong
Something is wrong
Just a feeling, Can't quite figure it out yet
I can feel it. Can't quite work it out just yet
A great discomfort in my core
Feel even more concerned right now
Getting anxious
I cannot control it and it freaks me out
I cannot control it and it freaks me out
My mind won't rest at night for sleep
Feeling tired
I feel myself in this endless spiral now
I feel myself in this endless spiral now
Will it ever end I wonder
Sinking deeper
To the dark place that is now controlling me
To the dark place that is now controlling me
Negativity all I know
Where to go now
Will I escape this place like I did last time
Will I escape this place like I did last time
Or is its hold on me final
Leaving the dark place
I've escaped for now
I've escaped for now
I can smile again
I can smile again
Happy until it changes back
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Christian Apodaca
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@codyniskanen8809
As a Marine, this cadence hits home pretty hard.
@Wiskytango_foxtrot
Pun intended???
@user-mc6fl9ey1s
Yes pun intended???
@joshuamosteller6849
Im surprised.....Most marines don't have a home lmao simper fi brother
@codyniskanen8809
@@joshuamosteller6849 🤣🤣🤣🤣 Semper Fi!!!!
@joshuamosteller6849
@codyniskanen8809 3 generations of fighters on my fathers side all of us either was 1 army(GRANDPA), 1 navy (father) 1 marine(me). Maybe if I have a crotch goblin he may grow up smart and play in the airforce haha
@KL-sc1tb
This young man brought me straight back to the Day 1 of basic training in 2 mins 2 seconds, Bravo!
@amyrennie1073
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@flappypancake85
Marching down the street with nearly 50 brothers and singing this is such an experience
@captainh8935
its even better with 3 companies screaming this