Verse 1 I kiss my kids, say one more prayer, Pull on this badge that I proudly wear. That flag still flies above these gates, Freedom ain't free—it comes with weight. Some stand watch on city streets, Some hear boots on foreign concrete. Me, I stand where the forgotten are, Holding the line behind these bars. Pre-Chorus No cameras roll, no headlines come, But every shift, the mission's done. Chorus Red, white and blue still wave above, Built by sacrifice, courage, and love. Here's to the badge, the cross, the shield, Every soul who'll never yield. Firefighters, medics, law enforcement too, Dispatchers talking others through. And while Old Glory catches the wind, I'll keep the wolves locked safely in. Different post... the same sworn stand. God bless America, and those who defend. Verse 2 Every lock that clicks tonight Helps another family sleep all right. The freedom waiting on the other side Comes because somebody stood the line. I've seen evil face to face, Still believe in amazing grace. Because this country gives a man the chance To fight for hope and take a stand. Bridge If tomorrow calls, I'll answer again, For the stars and stripes and my fellow men. For every child asleep tonight, I'll stand my watch until first light. Final Chorus Red, white and blue still wave above, Built by sacrifice, courage, and love. Here's to every first responder's name, Different uniforms, the very same. Police in blue and firefighters red, EMS bringing hope where fear has spread. Dispatchers' voices steady in the storm, Keeping calm when hearts are worn. And behind these walls where few have been, I'll keep standing tall for all of them. One nation under God we stand... United we serve this promised land. Outro When that flag rises with the morning sun, I'll put this badge back on... Until my watch is done.
