From the recording Limited-edition America at 250 – digital download
A reminder that service to country doesn’t end when military service ends.
Lyrics
[Title: Still Standing Watch]
[Intro – Spoken]
The uniform doesn't last forever.
The mission changes.
But some responsibilities...
Stay with you for life.
[Verse 1]
The years have passed, the seasons turned,
But some lessons stay with what we've learned.
The roads are different from before,
Yet duty still knocks upon the door.
The flags still wave above our towns,
Children laugh on playground swings.
Simple things worth protecting still,
Through steady hands and quiet will.
[Pre-Chorus]
The chapter changed,
But not the heart.
Some callings never truly part.
[Refrain]
Still standing watch,
In the place we call home.
Still lending a hand,
Wherever we're needed most.
The uniform may be gone,
But the commitment remains.
Still standing watch,
Through sunshine and rain.
[Verse 2]
We coach the teams and volunteer,
Show up when neighbors need us near.
We cast our votes and raise our voice,
Knowing participation is a choice.
The younger generation leads today,
Finding their own path and way.
And we'll be here to share what we know,
Helping the future grow.
[Pre-Chorus]
The chapter changed,
But not the heart.
Some callings never truly part.
[Refrain]
Still standing watch,
In the place we call home.
Still lending a hand,
Wherever we're needed most.
The uniform may be gone,
But the commitment remains.
Still standing watch,
Through sunshine and rain.
[Bridge]
Service isn't measured by a rank,
Or medals resting in a frame.
It's found in everyday moments,
And the lives we help sustain.
It's choosing hope instead of fear,
Choosing kindness year by year.
Believing one person can still make a difference,
Right here.
[Final Refrain]
Still standing watch,
With purpose and pride.
Still believing tomorrow,
Is worth standing beside.
The uniform may be gone,
But the commitment remains.
Still standing watch,
Through sunshine and rain.
Still standing watch,
For the dreams we've known.
Still standing watch,
For the place called home.
[Outro – Spoken]
The uniform comes off.
The responsibility doesn't.
We're still here.
Still standing watch.