What's your favorite military song?

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There are a ton of great songs about military life, that reference the military in some way; some of the more modern works may have a video associated with it, and some of the older classics continue to define the military experience to this day. From country to rock, ballads & pop, to more traditional flavors--did a particular song inspire, educate, or simply strike a chord with you? Please feel free to share any inspiring military-related music, any music or songs that makes you think of/or reminds you of your military service, as well as any links, photos, descriptions or anything that helps you tell your story. The idea here is to have a fun and thought provoking discussion, which will be fun, informative, and provide a means to tell our stories... and to learn about one another as well as our sister services in the process. Wishing you all the best, I look forward to hearing from you, and interacting with you all in the threads!

Response by SSG V. Michelle Woods made Nov 9 at 2013 12:41 PM

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Oh and "1916" by Motorhead

Response by SSG Laureano Pabon made Nov 9 at 2013 1:57 PM

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I don't know if this is a military song, but it's "The ballads of the green berets" by Barry Sadler. It was my favorite before I joined the Army in 76, and has been since then. When I turned 50, I had my first son name Jonathan, I use to sing that song to him to put him to sleep. He's 4 years old now and every so often I do sing it with him.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 9 at 2013 2:15 PM

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American Soldier - Toby Keith

Danger Zone - Kenny
Loggins

Citizen/Soldier – 3
Doors Down

Courtesy Of The Red,
White, And Blue - Toby Keith

Let’s Ride - Kid Rock

Military Man - Jessie
James

Response by CW3 Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 10 at 2013 11:05 AM

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I swear I posted this last night, but maybe rallypoint didn't like it so they deleted it. I'll give it a try again.

I'm Already There by Lonestar. This song may not have been written for the military, but several people have turned it into a military tribute on youtube. This particular version is my favorite and it's still gives me chills every time I hear it because it hits me so hard. No other song has ever generated this type of emotion for me, and it's a song I will never forget.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zgTNKAYpVd4

I'm Already There (Message From Home)-Military Tribute

Tribute To Our Armed Forces with I'm Already Ther (Message From Home) by Lonestar ~I Do Not Own The Rights To This Song~

Response by SSG (ret) William Martin made Nov 10 at 2013 11:55 AM

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CCR - Fortunate Son

Response by CPO Jon Campbell made Nov 10 at 2013 3:52 PM

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Brothers in Arms - Dire Straits

Response by Col Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 10 at 2013 3:54 PM

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I hope everyone is having a safe holiday weekend, thanks so much for sharing your experiences and encouraging stories, videos, links, and awesome music picks... keep 'em coming! Be safe out there, God bless, and thank you for your outstanding service!

Response by Col Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 10 at 2013 5:05 PM

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I've always liked this, great song... does anyone out there remember this one from a few years back? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JgoJW_x07Kc

When I'm Gone - 3 Doors Down(Military Tribute)

i just wanna tell u that i love u so much babe...and im so proud to have u as my boyfriend....hope u doing good out there and see u soon my love....ur babe w...

Response by Col Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 10 at 2013 5:17 PM

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...and of course, who could forget this one?  I think this is reflective of how many felt in the early 2000s, plus some an awesome use of moto photos and short video clips... so, what do you think, anyone remember this video going 'viral' about 10 or so years ago?  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1q4IUhWTlis<div class="pta-link-card"><div class="pta-link-card-picture"><img src="http://i1.ytimg.com/vi/1q4IUhWTlis/hqdefault.jpg?feature=og"></div><div class="pta-link-card-content"><div class="pta-link-card-title"><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1q4IUhWTlis" target="_blank">Let the bodies hit the floor</a></div><div class="pta-link-card-description">This is a collection of military clips put to Drowning Pool "Let the Bodies Hit the Floor" Hope you can share the same love for the troops as I share, due to...</div></div><div style="clear: both;"></div><div class="pta-box-hide"><i class="icon-remove"></i></div></div>

Let the bodies hit the floor

This is a collection of military clips put to Drowning Pool "Let the Bodies Hit the Floor" Hope you can share the same love for the troops as I share, due to...

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 10 at 2013 5:48 PM

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The Ballad of the Green Beret.  <br>

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 10 at 2013 5:57 PM

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The Patton March/theme.

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 10 at 2013 6:10 PM

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Run through the Jungle....

Response by SSG Laureano Pabon made Nov 10 at 2013 7:38 PM

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I was going to post another but my baby 4 year old wanted to see the Mickey mouse club, so I will give him his way. :)

Response by Col Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 10 at 2013 7:47 PM

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<p>Although this may not be a military-specific song, it's certainly worth sharing for many reasons, this song and iconic performance display pure musical genius; never one like him before, and there'll never be one like him again, the one, the only: The "Star Spangled Banner" performed live by Jimi Hendrix</p><p> </p><div class="pta-link-card"><div class="pta-link-card-picture"><img src="http://i1.ytimg.com/vi/uOGww5Dyq7Y/maxresdefault.jpg?feature=og"></div><div class="pta-link-card-content"><div class="pta-link-card-title"><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uOGww5Dyq7Y" target="_blank">Jimi Hendrix - Live - "Star Spangled Banner"- Woodstock 1969</a></div><div class="pta-link-card-description"> </div></div><div style="clear: both;"></div><div class="pta-box-hide"><i class="icon-remove"></i></div></div>

Response by SSG Lisa Rendina made Nov 10 at 2013 10:08 PM

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Also not really a "military" song, but I've always liked Battle Hymn of the Republic. I agree with most of the others posted here as well.

Response by SSG (ret) William Martin made Nov 11 at 2013 4:02 AM

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Magic Carpet Ride - Steppenwolf

I have shown most of my soldiers this video. The depiction of Vietnam is pretty powerful.

Magic Carpet Ride -- Steppenwolf --

Magic Carpet Ride by Steppenwolf with video clips from Tour of Duty

Response by Lt Col Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 12 at 2013 8:28 AM

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Response by SCPO David Lockwood made Nov 13 at 2013 7:11 AM

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It may not be considered a Military song but I like the Bridge Over River Kwai Theme Song. Lee Greenwood's Proud to be an American. He sang this during an USO show on the USS Midway. It really affected everyone there.

Response by LT Jessica Kellogg made Nov 13 at 2013 8:04 AM

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Just a couple of my favorites.

Angel by my Side - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DIyDOaQ-dI

Home - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kkoT1nZOexY

Heres to the Heroes - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LL-0mdEg0U4

A Hero for Today - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m7UglB_G3zs

We Were There - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XRYg70HHkQs

Come Home Soon - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6MzzEt1-64g

SHeDAISY - Come Home Soon - Official Video

Music video.

Army: We Were There

U.S. Army motivational video, circa 1980

A Hero For Today

A tribute to our veterans of service in the military and all who serve mankind in harms way

Here's to the Heroes: A Military Tribute

This is dedicated to all the men and women who have fought and continue to fight for our freedoms. Thank you!!!

Blake Shelton - Home (Official Video)

Angel By My Side (Song for Our Military Heroes)

Our original song dedicated to the Men and Women of the United States Armed Forces and their allies who bravely stand in defense of the freedoms we cherish. ...

Response by SGM Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 14 at 2013 8:50 PM

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Maybe outside the theme here but a traditional song, the song of the 7th Cavalry and the 1st Cavalry Division song "GarrOwen". This is the Hollywood version of the Irsish limerick.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4m7RPjQxjmA

Garry Owen from 'They Died With Their Boots On'

WWII Hollywood's version of how Garry Owen became known as the 7th US Cavalry's song.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 14 at 2013 10:55 PM

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Ballad of the Green Berets. When I was a kid, I remember watching a lot of military movies with my Dad. I'll always remember this one growing up and associate it with the US Military.

Response by CAPT Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 15 at 2013 3:36 PM

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Bill Murray and Harold Ramis in the 1981 film Stripes, singing "Do Wah Diddy Dum Diddy Do . . . it has become a popular military cadence.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZPIU0wGVkQ

Response by Cpl Ray Fernandez made Nov 15 at 2013 4:49 PM

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I submit for everyone's approval a song that wouldn't traditionally be considered a "military song", but none the less it was the favorite song of my platoon while on West Pac. While we were sailing across the Indian Ocean, after PTing and finally having our shower time we heard from a nearby berthing area an offensive sound playing. Someone from another platoon was playing late 90's boy band pop music.

While preparing to shower we heard this and decided to counter it with the only song our entire platoon and our friends from the platoon that the offending music was coming from. We started singing the live version of "Garth Brooks Friends in Low Places" (the live version because we included the mysterious 3rd verse). That sing a long was one of the lingering memories of the deployment and with some of our misadventures it was fitting.

Response by SGT Dan Knispel made Nov 15 at 2013 4:51 PM

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I'm not sure if you can actually call it a true military song, there are no lyrics for starters, but whenever I hear "Fanfare for the Common Man" by Arron Copeland I can help but be moved. I believe that the Marines actually used it in one of their recruiting spots.

Response by SGT Dan Knispel made Nov 15 at 2013 4:56 PM

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I'm not sure you'd actually call it a military song, it has no lyrics, but I still can't helped but be moved every time I hear "Fanfare for the Common Man" by Aaron Copeland. I believe that the Marines actually used it in one of their recruitment ads.

Response by SN Michael Mygas made Nov 16 at 2013 2:42 PM

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Anchors Aweigh

Response by GySgt Charles (SemperToons) Wolf made Nov 16 at 2013 10:02 PM

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Can't wait for this to come out of the Studio...,
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4TGGrJMqx4g - Semper Fi! - Gunny Wolf

Response by GySgt Charles (SemperToons) Wolf made Nov 16 at 2013 10:05 PM

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Checkout (Joe Zamora)(Marine)
Can't wait for this to come out of the Studio..., http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4TGGrJMqx4g - Semper Fi! and Enjoy - Gunny Wolf

HELL YEAH - One Bad Munky & Ty Thornton

I always wanted to write a song about my beloved Marine Corps that captured our mentality, this is it. Semper Fi Devil Dogs, this is for you.

Response by CDR Rick Carper made Nov 18 at 2013 7:39 AM

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One that always moves me: "Brothers in Arms" by Dire Straights.

Response by SFC William Swartz Jr made Nov 22 at 2013 10:10 AM

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Not really military songs persay, but these were the first 3 songs I played on my tank as we crossed into Iraq in '03: "Seek and Destroy"-Metallica, "Flirtin' WIth Disaster"-Molly Hatchet and "Stranglehold"-Ted Nugent, got my crew's blood pumpin and kept us motivated!

Response by SFC Michael Boulanger made Nov 22 at 2013 10:16 AM

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Let the Bodies Hit the Floor by Drowning Pool.

Response by Lt Col Luis A. Rojas made Nov 22 at 2013 10:09 PM

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"God Bless the USA" by Greenwood. This one always inspires me and makes me proud to have been blessed with the opportunity to serve such a great country.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 22 at 2013 10:32 PM

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Indestructible by Disturbed.....something about it just fires me up and it is definitely written from the Warrior POV.

http://www.azlyrics.com/lyrics/disturbed/indestructible.html

DISTURBED LYRICS - Indestructible

Lyrics to "Indestructible" song by DISTURBED: he he he he he he he he Another mission the powers have called me away Another time to carry the co...

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 23 at 2013 12:08 AM

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Darryl Worley - Have You Forgotten?<br><br>This is a really good song and I'm a big fan of country music.<br><div class="pta-link-card"><div class="pta-link-card-picture"><img src="http://i1.ytimg.com/vi/p6yLQRF-cEU/hqdefault.jpg"></div><div class="pta-link-card-content"><div class="pta-link-card-title"><a target="_blank" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p6yLQRF-cEU">Darryl Worley - Have You Forgotten?</a></div><div class="pta-link-card-description">Music video by Darryl Worley performing Have You Forgotten?. (C) 2003 SKG Music Nashville LLC/Dreamworks Records Nashville</div></div><div style="clear:both"></div><div class="pta-box-hide"><i class="icon-remove"></i></div></div>

Response by 1SG Steven Stankovich made Nov 23 at 2013 1:48 PM

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"Goodnight Saigon" by Billy Joel...

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 23 at 2013 4:01 PM

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Captain Jack.

Response by PO2 Pete Haga made Nov 24 at 2013 1:38 AM

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It has to be Anchors away when it was sang by my Twin Grandchildren and the entire second grade class at the Honor a Veteran day at Clay Hill Elementary and all the Navy Vets had to stand as they sang the song it was like they were singing just for me. and of course Proud to be an American by Lee Greenwood

Response by Col Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 24 at 2013 10:51 PM

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"These Colors Don't Run" by Iron Maiden.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TEPAirsQy-Q

Iron Maiden - These Colours Dont Run

Gran canción de Maiden del reciente "A Matter of Life and Death" del 2006. Editado con imágenes de "Band of Brothers" y "Saving Private Ryan", disfruten como...

Response by Lt Col Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 26 at 2013 10:52 PM

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"And the Band Played Waltzing Matilda" by Eric Bogle, 1971

Response by Capt Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 27 at 2013 6:32 PM

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It's kind of corny - but I think of the forced separation of Loved ones during a Deployment, so Mr. Steve Perry of Journey - "Send Her My Love."

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 27 at 2013 7:07 PM

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Letters from Home by John Michael Montgomery. I loved this song even before I joined the Army, but it's more meaningful to me now.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X75sVw0xH2c

John Michael Montgomery - Letters from Home Official Music Video

Response by Capt Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 27 at 2013 7:45 PM

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I always got a good laugh over this KC-10 "Extender" Flyer's rendition of Mims 'This is Why I'm Hot' video...

<iframe width="420" height="315" src="//http://www.youtube.com/embed/kQKODoxlyFw" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

This is Why I'm Hot (Deployed Style) - YouTube

Response by Col Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 28 at 2013 8:29 PM

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LTC(P) Davis was kind enough to upload two great versions of the "Battle of New Orleans," in a separate thread on military cadence, one of which is performed by the legendary Johnny Cash... great choices, thanks again Colonel Davis!

What's your all time favorite military cadence?

Ah yes, "Jody calls," we've all heard them, marched to them, run to them, and/or called them out in a motivated tone... so, what are your all time favorites?  This is an inter-service thread here...

Johnny Cash - The Battle Of New Orleans

Johnny Cash singin' The Battle Of New Orleans. This is from the 1972 album "America"

Johnny Horton - Battle of New Orleans Lyrics

Video I made for 8th grade History class.

Response by Lt Col Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 12 at 2013 10:46 AM

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Last Letter Home

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bh7adunD0VU

#1 because it has a backstory:
http://www.epitaph.com/artists/artist/26/

#2 because it's a decent running song...

Response by 1SG Michael Blount made Dec 24 at 2013 5:40 AM

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Without doubt "Warrior's Song", either the USA or USMC version. If that doesn't get the blood pumping, you don't have any.

Response by CSM David Heidke made Dec 24 at 2013 11:55 PM

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http://youtu.be/eDIb9OBRCcw

George Formby - Our Sergeant Major

George Formby singing Our Sergeant Major with his Banjo-uke. Enjoy

Response by Col Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 29 at 2013 3:12 PM

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In order to promote maximum participation and for those who really enjoyed this topic and discussion, here are a just few threads on similar or related subject matter; thank you for all that you do, take care, and... see you all in discussion threads!

Response by Col Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 31 at 2013 9:27 PM

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A great song and awesome video tribute, this was just way too good not to share, and definitely has an honored spot in this thread; below is the direct link to the video as well as the original post where it was shared here on RallyPoint... thanks SFC Markley!

AMAZING TRIBUTE by 15 year old Rylee Preston "Soldier's Light"

5 songs on Itunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/soldiers-light-single/id751621339 Please :) Like my Official fb page and thumbs up my video :) https://ww...

I'm was asked to be in this video for SPC Justin Rollins. Who was killed. I not putting on here for me but to remember the Soldier.

I took no $$ for this. Did it on my dime.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OI-_wAX1tV8&app=desktopAMAZING TRIBUTE by 15 year old Rylee Preston "Soldier's Light"5 songs on Itunes https://itunes.apple....

Response by CW3 Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 4 at 2014 11:02 AM

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HATEBREED - AS DIEHARD AS THEY COME

In the words of Jamey Jasta himself: "I believe that you need to follow your heart and do whatever it is that you are passionate about no matter what anyone says. For those who have done so and been criticized and demonized this is for you. For all the servicemen and women who have lost their lives defending our freedoms this is for you and most importantly of all our fans!"

Most people can't get into hardcore/thrash, but the message in this style of music is usually deeper than anything else out there. It's definitely an acquired taste, and you'll either love it, or hate it. If you've never worked out listening to Hatebreed, you don't know what you're missing. Pure, raw, power.

Lyrics:

Some of us have had that fateful day

When harmony fades and life stands still

Those who were willing to sacrifice

Were blessed with the instinct to survive

This is for those who've escaped the torment

You know real courage

You are as diehard as they come

This is for those who never wavered

You are fearless

You are as diehard as they come

Never waiver, never falter- REMAIN DIEHARD

Song:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uxP1KCdP_tc

HATEBREED - As Diehard As They Come

TITLE: As Diehard As They Come ARTIST: Hatebreed ALBUM: Supremacy YEAR: 2006 I DO NOT OWN ANYTHING!!! LYRICS: Some of us have had that fateful day when harmo...

Response by SN Alan West made Jan 4 at 2014 11:49 PM

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Trace Adkins 'Til the Last Shot's Fired.

'Til the Last Shot's Fired - Trace Adkins

I made this video at the request of Trace's manager for his concert at the United States Military Academy on 2 October 2009 and a later performance for a USO...

Response by SGT Stephen Wanser made Jan 7 at 2014 9:55 AM

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Another mission the powers have called me away
Another time to carry the colors again
My motivation an oath I've sworn to defend
To win the honor of coming back home again
No explanation will matter after we begin
Unlock the dark destroyer that's buried within
My true vocation and now my unfortunate friend
You will discover a war you're unable to win

I'll have you know
That I've become
Indestructible
Determination that is incorruptible
From the other side a terror to behold
Annihilation will be unavoidable
Every broken enemy will know
That their opponent had to be invincible
Take a last look around while you're alive
I'm an indestructible
Master of war

Another reason another cause for me to fight
Another fuse uncovered now for me to light
My dedication to all that I've sworn to protect
I carry out my orders without a regret
My declaration embedded deep under my skin
A permanent reminder of how it began
No hesitation when I am commanded to strike
You need to know that you're in for the fight of your life

You will be shown
How I've become
Indestructible
Determination that is incorruptible
From the other side a terror to behold
Annihilation will be unavoidable
Every broken enemy will know
That their opponent had to be invincible
Take a last look around while your alive
I'm an indestructible
Master of war

I'm
Indestructible
Determination that is incorruptible
From the other side a terror to behold
Annihilation will be unavoidable
Every broken enemy will know
That their opponent had to be invincible
Take a last look around while your alive
I am indestructible
Indestructible

Indestructible
Determination that is incorruptible
From the other side a terror to behold
Annihilation will be unavoidable
Every broken enemy will know
That their opponent had to be invincible
Take a last look around while your alive
I'm an indestructible
Master of war

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 7 at 2014 11:05 PM

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Army Strong, seems good to me. I feels like they use every piece of the orchestra to motivate and inspire you.

Response by 1SG Michael Blount made Jan 8 at 2014 8:31 AM

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I have three favorites (not sure if this first qualifies as a military song or not).

1. Star Spangled Banner

2. Army Song

3. Marine Hymn

For less formal occasions, like PT, there are two "must haves"

1. Warrior's Song - Hard Corps

2. Warrior's Song - Army

If you're not stoked after listening to either of those, stop what you're doing and check your motivation

This one: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lTs6a0ORdQU

or this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sam4lq2WHos

Both can be downloaded on iTunes

The Warrior Song - Hard Corps

To the United States Marine Corps, with our thanks. Visit us at http://www.thewarriorsong.com or on iTunes Tom Reynolds - Guitars Vince Tividad - Bass Vincen...

Response by 1SG(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 8 at 2014 11:57 PM

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Without a doubt the best song to get you pumped for doing something awesome is THUNDERSTRUCK! If you don't at least appreciate "Acca Dacca" as our allies from down under call them, you should seek another line of work.

AC/DC - Thunderstruck

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 9 at 2014 1:07 AM

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I'm surprised no one's posted any of the RedCon-1 Music Groups songs.

They're a music label made up of Veterans, almost all rap but it's good and they do Veteran's Outreach. My favorite 2 songs is from their founder (Soldier Hard):

Soldier Hard - Triggers (PTSD Awareness):

http://youtu.be/FtnWMCjHyQA

Soldier Hard - Red Flags (Veteran's Suicide Awareness):

http://youtu.be/X92tVxqnmHs

Soldier Hard - My Pain, Your Gain (Suicide Awareness):

http://youtu.be/djVCwNVn1Uc

My Pain Your Gain by Soldier Hard Feat Sonu

This song is featured on the album "Group Therapy" Actual HARD COPY CD's Available at: http://www.SoldierHard.com NOW Available on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/u...

Soldier Hard - I'ma Warfighter *Official Video*

Video appearances: the HMFIC of ASMDSS and Boone Cutler HARD COPY CD's Available at: http://www.SoldierHard.com NOW Available on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/...

Soldier Hard - Red Flags (Official Video) Addressing Veterans Suicide Issue

NOW Available on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/group-therapy/id670312498 Artist: Soldier Hard Song: Red Flags Album: Group Therapy (Releases July ...

US Army Combat Veteran Soldier Hard - Triggers (Of

This song will be featuring on the album "Group Therapy" on July 18, 2013 Actual HARD COPY CD's Available at: http://www.SoldierHard.com NOW Available on iTunes htt...

Response by SSG Jeffrey Spencer made Jan 9 at 2014 11:45 AM

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There is an old song that has been around for many years. I like the Johnny Horton song "Sink The Bismark." There are a lot of current songs, mostly on the country charts that honor service. But one of the best is Billy Ray Cyrus' "Some Gave All."

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 9 at 2014 10:22 PM

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Barry Sadler, Ballad of the Green Beret.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 9 at 2014 10:52 PM

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I got to say Airborne Ranger Infantry by Kristy Lee Cook

Response by Col Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 9 at 2014 11:00 PM

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This heartfelt song and patriotic slide show is submitted for our service members and veterans on behalf of Ms. Jennifer Nickerson... thank you for your service and all that you do and sacrifice each day for our nation!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uodPtSk-sb0

America - A Tribute to our Military and Country - Jennifer Nickerson

America was written on Veteran's Day 2013. I was overwhelmed with gratitude for the sacrifice that our military chooses to step into for our freedom. There i...

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 9 at 2014 11:11 PM

2014-01-09T23:11:44-05:00

Another good song is I just came back from a war by Darryl Worley.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 9 at 2014 11:16 PM

2014-01-09T23:16:51-05:00

One more that I can think of is Castle of Glass by Linkin Park it was a tie in with MoH warfighter last year. Give it a listen it is particularly good for today's vets.

Response by SFC Dennis Leber made Jan 10 at 2014 9:07 PM

2014-01-10T21:07:23-05:00

Kid Rock - warrior

Response by CW2 Geoff Lachance made Jan 10 at 2014 9:35 PM

2014-01-10T21:35:16-05:00

There are so many!

Proud to be an American - Lee Greenwood

Brothers in Arms - Dire Straits

All the ballads

All the marching songs

The branch songs

They all stir my emotions!

Response by CMDCM Gene Treants made Jan 10 at 2014 10:34 PM

2014-01-10T22:34:59-05:00

This has long been my favorite "Military Song," but it really hit home as we were leaving Thailand.  One of our Crew members had been killed while on liberty ashore and we held a memorial service on the flight deck of a Knox Class Frigate as we steamed out of port.  As the assembled crew sang the Navy Hymn, it was driven home why this is a Navy and Marine favorite.<div><br></div><div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 22px; font-weight: bold;">Eternal Father: The Navy Hymn</span></div><div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 22px; font-weight: bold;"><br></span></div><div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">Eternal Father, strong to save,</span><br style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">Whose arm hath bound the restless wave,</span><br style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">Who bidd'st the mighty ocean deep, </span><br style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">Its own appointed limits keep.</span><br style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><br style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">Oh hear us when we cry to Thee,</span><br style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">For those in peril on the sea! Amen.</span><br style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><br style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">Eternal Father, lend Thy grace To</span><br style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">those with wings who fly thro' space,</span><br style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">Thro wind and storm, thro' sun and rain,</span><br style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">Oh bring them safely home again.</span><br style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><br style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">Oh Father, hear an humble prayer,</span><br style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">For those in peril in the air! Amen.</span><br style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><br style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">Oh Trinity of love and pow'r,</span><br style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">Our brethren shield in danger's hour,</span><br style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">From rock and tempest, fire and foe,</span><br style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">Protect them where so e'er they go.</span><br style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><br style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">Thus evermore shall rise to Thee</span><br style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">Glad hymns of praise from land and sea! Amen.</span><br></div>

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 10 at 2014 11:12 PM

2014-01-10T23:12:54-05:00

I can't believe I didn't think of Letters from Home by John Michael Montgomery.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 10 at 2014 11:13 PM

2014-01-10T23:13:21-05:00

Otherwise - Soldiers

http://youtu.be/p733z6aKwMA

Response by SFC James Baber made Jan 11 at 2014 10:09 PM

2014-01-11T22:09:02-05:00

I think this is a good thread for those we are trying to get to join can see the substance of some things we discuss between us as current and former military, soft spoken as well as informational and mentoring types of postings.

Response by SGT Thomas Lucken made Jan 12 at 2014 7:28 AM

2014-01-12T07:28:03-05:00

My favorite and always has been, even before I joined in the Army 32 years ago is;  Ballad of the Green Berets:<br><br>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5WJJVSE_BE<br><div class="pta-link-card"><div class="pta-link-card-picture"><img src="http://i1.ytimg.com/vi/m5WJJVSE_BE/maxresdefault.jpg"></div><div class="pta-link-card-content"><div class="pta-link-card-title"><a target="_blank" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5WJJVSE_BE">Ballad of the Green Berets - [HD] - - - SSGT Barry SADLER</a></div><div class="pta-link-card-description">The brave men of the Green Berets. http://NeedGOD.com</div></div><div style="clear:both"></div><div class="pta-box-hide"><i class="icon-remove"></i></div></div>

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 13 at 2014 2:24 PM

2014-01-13T14:24:08-05:00

Another good song is "in color" Jamey Johnson. Only one verse is military related but it is great.

Response by SFC Harry Fox made Jan 13 at 2014 2:36 PM

2014-01-13T14:36:02-05:00

Two songs miltary songs get me pumped up: 1) For Whom the Bell Tolls by Metallica and 2) Indestructable by Disturbed.

Response by SGT James Elphick made Jan 13 at 2014 4:54 PM

2014-01-13T16:54:50-05:00

Anything on the Sounds of SWC website (http://www.soundsofswc.com) military themed songs for soldiers, by soldiers. Also Johnny Come Lately by Steve Earle, and Sam Stone (the Great Society Conflict Veteran's Blues) by John Prine

Home

Response by GySgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 22 at 2014 8:23 PM

2014-01-22T20:23:36-05:00

Metallica is always great for killing bodies

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5UnGqBEHsWY

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WM8bTdBs-cw

And of course our national anthem and the Marines' Hymn

Metallica - Seek And Destroy

Metallica - Seek And Destroy, Kill'em All (1983) Lyrics: Alright! We are scanning the scene in the city tonight We're looking for you to start up a fight The...

Metallica - One [Official Music Video]

One [Official Music Video] From the album "...And Justice For All" Director: Bill Pope and Michael Salomon Filmed in December 1988 in Long Beach, CA Video Pr...

Response by Col Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 9 at 2014 3:18 PM

2014-02-09T15:18:37-05:00

This is great song and powerful video, definitely worth taking a moment to watch; thank you for all that you do! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=70Ikj1hZDnw

Angel Flight (Radio Tower Remix) - w/ Lyrics

Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, ...

Angel Flight (Radio Tower Remix) - w/ Lyrics

Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, ...

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 9 at 2014 6:36 PM

2014-02-09T18:36:11-05:00

<p>I am fond of Hero of the Day by Metallica. It was released back before the rah rah flag waving support our troops campaign was popular and profitable. No, it doesn't paint things in red white and blue chest blazing pride but it is still a powerful song for me.</p>

Response by LTC David S. Chang, ChFC®, CLU® made Feb 11 at 2014 1:18 AM

2014-02-11T01:18:36-05:00

Ballad of the Green Berets!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5WJJVSE_BE&feature=kp

Ballad of the Green Berets - [HD] - - - SSGT Barry SADLER

The brave men of the Green Berets. http://NeedGOD.com

Response by Col Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 11 at 2014 12:15 PM

2014-02-11T12:15:29-05:00

Just introduced to this one, Tour of Duty by Jason Isbell

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nytCf3F_4pc&feature=kp

Response by Col Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 11 at 2014 5:32 PM

2014-02-11T17:32:00-05:00

"Dress Blues" by Jason Isbell, thanks Brian for sharing... a powerful song performed by a talented musician, Semper Fi!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=euVyT0Qbl0k

Jason Isbell - Dress Blues (Live at Saxon Pub)

Response by SMSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 12 at 2014 9:15 AM

2014-02-12T09:15:09-05:00

Wearing of the Grey.

Response by CPO Benjamin Walker made Feb 12 at 2014 10:05 AM

2014-02-12T10:05:35-05:00

Favorite military songs; While there are a lot of great songs produced by celebrity artist, as an old salt Ordnance Chief (IYAOYAS brothers & sisters) I love my Navy songs (Anchors Away and Navy Hymn). As an American military fighting man Star Spangled Banner (as an ordnanceman, "the bombs bursting in the air" is my heart felt verse).

Going thru Chiefs "training" though I came to learn and love a lot of old sea shanties. My down the line favorite would have to be "Barnacle Bill the Sailor". It happens to be on my road traveling music selection. If you have never heard it I recommend going to You Tube. Be aware there are many different variances of the song. The one by Dirty & Sailor remind me of Chief training.

Response by PO2 Jeffrey S. made Feb 12 at 2014 5:39 PM

2014-02-12T17:39:12-05:00

Anchors Aweigh, of course!

Response by LTC Paul Labrador made Feb 12 at 2014 7:44 PM

2014-02-12T19:44:00-05:00

Bombs over Baghdad....RATM style!

Rage Against the Machine & Outkast - Bombs Over Baghdad - Nuoro - Lyrics - B.O.B.

Rage Against the Machine & Outkast "Bombs Over Baghdad" Nuoro Lyrics : Dre] 1, 2.. 1, 2, 3; yeah! In-slum-national, underground Thunder pounds when I stomp t...

Response by SSgt George Brown made Feb 12 at 2014 9:40 PM

2014-02-12T21:40:11-05:00

That would be Liberty Bell March! I was at Lakenheath England when the British Base Commander position changed and they actually played it for the ceremony, you could hear a snicker going through those who were standing at attention.

Response by Lt Col Paul Williams made Feb 12 at 2014 11:32 PM

2014-02-12T23:32:51-05:00

"2's Blind" Dos Gringos!

Response by Maj Bob Fosteer made Feb 13 at 2014 9:38 PM

2014-02-13T21:38:25-05:00

Mansions of the Lord -- taken from the movie "We Were Soldiers."

Response by Maj Bob Fosteer made Feb 13 at 2014 9:40 PM

2014-02-13T21:40:05-05:00

Mansions of the Lord -- from the movie We Were Soldiers.

Response by PO3 Ricky Smith made Feb 13 at 2014 10:10 PM

2014-02-13T22:10:09-05:00

Anchors Aweigh

Response by SSG Richard McMurray made Feb 14 at 2014 10:46 AM

2014-02-14T10:46:36-05:00

I personally love country music, and there are a lot of great country music songs that have been done for the military or at least reference the military. I find that any of these patriotic songs always seem to find that soft spot in my heart. I think even more so know than as a kid, especially when I have experienced it and lost many friends in this world. Here are just a few of them:

http://youtu.be/VE9WjAi2XT0

http://youtu.be/4lN7ox5XPZY

http://youtu.be/gh1m0eC1004

http://youtu.be/U7EPlqvMAfU

http://youtu.be/4lN7ox5XPZY

http://youtu.be/DWrMeBR8W

http://youtu.be/c9r0haVPDAo

Toby Keith - Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue (The Angry American) with lyrics

This is an iMovie HD project that I made for one of my 8th grade assignments. If you like this music video thingy at least a bit, I suggest looking at my new...

Toby Keith - American Soldier

Hope On The Rocks Releases 10/30/2012 Pre-Order on iTunes here! http://smarturl.it/hotritunespre

8th of November - Big & Rich

The great song, 8th of November by Big & Rich, with a little slide show type thing I've made with it. I hope you enjoy.

David Ball Riding With Private Malone

music video

John Michael Montgomery -Letter From Home

A Letter From ,PLEASE SEND LETTERS AND CARE PACKAGES TO OUR TROUPES....This would boost the moral of so many of our boys who are there alone, and needlessly ...

Craig Morgan- Paradise --SUPPORT OUR SOLDIERS

Any moronic responses will be removed promptly! I really have no patience for idiots. Do me a favor... If you're going to leave a stupid comment... PLEASE......

Response by SSG Richard McMurray made Feb 14 at 2014 4:21 PM

2014-02-14T16:21:16-05:00

I know that I shared a lot of songs before, but I just have to share this one, specifically because it is kind of personal for me. I always had a special place in my heart for those in the military, but didn't actually plan on joining. After 9-11 I decided that I needed to join the service. Like many of those who joined back then, I did not do it for the money, as a matter of fact I took a huge pay cut to join.

http://youtu.be/gPHnadJ-0hE

Alan Jackson - Where Were You When The World Stopped Turning

One of the most poignant songs ever written about 9/11. The song really touches me because 9/11/2001 was my 25th wedding anniversary and we were on a Caribbe...

Response by CSM Michael Poll made Feb 14 at 2014 5:00 PM

2014-02-14T17:00:37-05:00

My favorite, and least favorite is Taps.. for obvious reasons

Response by SN Michael Mygas made Feb 14 at 2014 7:03 PM

2014-02-14T19:03:46-05:00

I've already said "Anchors Aweigh" a long time ago but I'll always remember graduation at San Diego NTC before going into the real Navy!

Response by SPC Gerald Harnage made Feb 15 at 2014 9:30 PM

2014-02-15T21:30:21-05:00

The Ballad Of The Green Beret! Heard it first played by my Dad when I was just a wee lad and it's stuck with me ever since.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5WJJVSE_BE&feature=kp

Response by SPC Gerald Harnage made Feb 15 at 2014 9:38 PM

2014-02-15T21:38:10-05:00

The Ballad Of The Green Beret!  I heard this first played by my Dad when I was just a wee lad and it's stuck with me ever since!<div><br></div><div>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5WJJVSE_BE&feature=kp<br></div><div class="pta-link-card"><div class="pta-link-card-picture"><img src="http://i1.ytimg.com/vi/m5WJJVSE_BE/maxresdefault.jpg"></div><div class="pta-link-card-content"><div class="pta-link-card-title"><a target="_blank" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5WJJVSE_BE">Ballad of the Green Berets - [HD] - - - SSGT Barry SADLER</a></div><div class="pta-link-card-description">The brave men of the Green Berets. http://NeedGOD.com</div></div><div style="clear:both"></div><div class="pta-box-hide"><i class="icon-remove"></i></div></div>

Response by PO1 David Waeschle made Feb 16 at 2014 3:24 PM

2014-02-16T15:24:41-05:00

I don't think this may constitute as a "military" song. But I dig and my vote goes to Creedence Clearwater Revivial: Fortunate Son

Response by SPC Roger Ellison made Feb 17 at 2014 6:56 AM

2014-02-17T06:56:10-05:00

http://youtu.be/7kUTNs3kTgU
http://youtu.be/I1d2a2JyEdw
http://youtu.be/AgYLr_LfhLo

I Fought For You

( Available at http://www.sermonspice.com/product/32960/i-fought-for-you ) A moving, patriotic tribute to our military, past and present. Thank you for your ...

Gory Gory What a Hell of a Way to Die (Blood Upon the Risers)

101 Airborne Division Song.

U S Army Tribute - The Warrior Song

Response by SPC David Wyckoff made Feb 18 at 2014 9:30 AM

2014-02-18T09:30:04-05:00

As others have said, its not a military song per se; but we were listening "For Those About to Rock (we salute you)" by AC/DC when we crossed the berm in '91. So it holds military memories for me.

Response by SSG Laureano Pabon made Feb 21 at 2014 7:44 PM

2014-02-21T19:44:08-05:00

Hello sir:

AC/DC is a rock group, while this song is not military, the video is, how ever when combined together is sure is something nice to not only see but to hear:

Here's to all the Aviators out there:

"THUNDER STRUCK"

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XYFdldfYEJk

ACDC Thunderstruck Official Music Video!

solo la mejor musica por alfa vaquero exelente video de acdc.

Response by SPC Charles Brown made Mar 21 at 2014 6:36 PM

2014-03-21T18:36:46-04:00

Gory Gory What a helluva way to die. Here is an oldie but goody from the Vietnam War "I think I'm fixin to die rag" by Country Joe MacDonald and the fish. They did it live at Woodstock, but I believe it could be just as relevant today as it was then. The only difference is there is no draft now.

Response by SPC Michael Hunt made Mar 22 at 2014 11:37 PM

2014-03-22T23:37:44-04:00

"Panama" - Van Halen

"Traveling Soldier"- Dixie Chicks

"Rooster" - Alice in Chains

"Orange Crush" - R.E.M

"Copper Head Road"- Steve Earle

Response by SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 23 at 2014 12:59 AM

2014-03-23T00:59:18-04:00

Gunslinger- J.T. Thompson, Turn the Page- Metallica (you would have to dig into the meaning of this songs lyrics), Battle of New Orleans- Johnny Horton, and last but not least Gory Gory what a hell of a way to die!

Response by SSG (ret) William Martin made Mar 23 at 2014 1:14 AM

2014-03-23T01:14:02-04:00

Did someone already say "Fortunate Son" by CCR? I love that song.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKy-x3JTb8U

CCR Fortunate Son Live 1969

Response by PO1 William "Chip" Nagel made Mar 31 at 2014 10:14 PM

2014-03-31T22:14:51-04:00

Not a song in the traditional sense but Music and Military Music to my ear.

US Navy / Marine Corps Tribute

Some pictures are mine some are official US Navy pictures from archives. Enjoy and thank a sailor when you get a chance.

Response by SGT Thomas Lucken made Apr 1 at 2014 7:16 AM

2014-04-01T07:16:55-04:00

As I posted before, The Ballard of the Green Berets is my favorite and has been long before I even joined the service in 1982. But in recent years, I have come to love this song and probable more so do to my son John serving in OEF and friends of mine and fellow vets who were who have passed on over the years due to military service:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ctVI5baftFo

American Soldier- Toby Keith (tribute)

This is a tribute movie that I made for one of my english classes. Hope you like it, feel free to comment, but please be respectful.

Response by SGT Thomas Lucken made Apr 1 at 2014 7:28 AM

2014-04-01T07:28:12-04:00

Also, here is a oldie but goodie from Korea! Use to be a band years ago that did several, I guess you can say military/Korea related songs called the Mason-Dixie Line Band. Hard to find them anymore! :-)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o6DD63O9pE8

MissLee_0001.wmv

Ode To Miss. Lee

Response by Cpl Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 1 at 2014 7:32 AM

2014-04-01T07:32:24-04:00

More than a name on a wall. The Statler Brothers

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 2 at 2014 2:52 AM

2014-04-02T02:52:56-04:00

Proud to Be An American...Lee Greenwood (1987)

Response by CSM Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 6 at 2014 6:09 AM

2014-04-06T06:09:44-04:00

<p>There are so many I will start a list (I will try to keep it short)</p><p>1 Otherwise Soldiers</p><p>2 Five finger death Punch Far from Home</p><p>3 3 Doors Down Citizen Soldiers</p><p>4 Kid Rock Warrior</p>

Response by COL Jonas Vogelhut made Apr 6 at 2014 7:36 PM

2014-04-06T19:36:17-04:00

I wouldn't give a bean, to be a fancy pants Marine.....

Response by TSgt Scott Hurley made Apr 6 at 2014 7:49 PM

2014-04-06T19:49:48-04:00

Midway March, by John Williams. It was in the Movie Midway. If you close your eyes while hearing it you can see why it is a great theme. You can almost see the Carriers and the planes taking off. And the battle that takes place that turned the tide in the Pacific. A great song and a great movie about our dark days leading up that tremendous victory. John Williams would do other military themes, and of course we all know his most famous themes that he wrote. But its this one that really makes you patriotic in a way.

Here are two clips of the music. One has scenes from the movie and is shorter

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5I1xGdhqs0s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VnSAhd_6-vM

Midway March

The Midway March, a patriotic American military march written by John Williams.

Midway(1976) - Midway March

■stereo(URL last "&fmt=18")■ 【Music】 John Williams ジョン・ウィリアムス【director】 Jack Smight ジャック・スマイト【cast】 Charlton Heston チャールトン・ヘストン（Captain Matt Garth） Henry ...

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 6 at 2014 10:14 PM

2014-04-06T22:14:33-04:00

I like this song just because it shows military life isnt always easy. It shows what war can do to a person.

Rise Against - Hero Of War

Response by SSG Mike Angelo made Apr 8 at 2014 1:41 AM

2014-04-08T01:41:10-04:00

My dad was a Marine and I was raised on the Marine Corps Hymn; all 3 versus plus my dads own verse(s); Korean war vet. I joined the Army to be different and to be my own person. After enlisting in 76, I found that the Army songs were long and dull and disappointing...made for marching in parades....the cassons go rolling along... when I was in I never learned all the words because it wasnt taught nor were they integrated into Army life, during my time in. When I was stationed in Germany, 78-80, AFRTS would broadcast the Big Band music. Glenn Miller was one of my favs, as his songs were part of Army life even in the 70s... and a great morale booster during WWII. After the Vietnam War, the Army had a confidence problem amonst other things while the Marines stayed the same since 1775, IMO. Needless to say in several assignments I was attached and assigned, Marine Detachments were present. My son is a Marine since 2007.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 8 at 2014 10:32 PM

2014-04-08T22:32:18-04:00

Creed- bullet
Ffdp- far from home
Billy Bragg- Tender comrade

Some of my favs

Response by CSM Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 9 at 2014 3:28 AM

2014-04-09T03:28:37-04:00

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pEcpwSenouQ

one of the best ever

Iron Maiden - Aces High - Official Video

Iron Maiden - Aces High - Official Video Content owner: Sony Music Entertainment Winston Churchill: " We shall go on to the end. We shall fight in France, we...

Response by CSM Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 9 at 2014 3:33 AM

2014-04-09T03:33:25-04:00

here is a current version that is also pretty good.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8C7i9kdEf8

Madison Rising - The Star Spangled Banner

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Response by MAJ Mark Delaplane made Apr 10 at 2014 10:06 PM

2014-04-10T22:06:50-04:00

Arms for the Love of America by Irving Berlin, a.k.a. the Ordnance Corp Song. Major General Potts asked each one of us, while attending the Ordnance Officers Advance Course in 1993, if we knew the words. Toward the end of the course the class took it upon themselves to memorize the works. At the graduation ceremony, when they played the song, the entire class stood and sang the song along with the music.

The kicker...the following classes were required to learn and sing the song. I know this because by brother was in the class that followed mine.

Response by SGT Craig Northacker made Apr 10 at 2014 10:41 PM

2014-04-10T22:41:27-04:00

"Over There" is an oldie but goodie. Great dance scene by James Cagney - who knew?

Response by SGT Craig Northacker made Apr 10 at 2014 10:45 PM

2014-04-10T22:45:31-04:00

kokomo as done in a spoof in Bosnia by some Brits - great music and choreographing in a warzone, and the lyrics are great. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=smlrSYiYd_o

I spent a lot of years in the entertainment business, so I watch these things...

Kosovo Parody Song

The Kosovo Song (To the tune of "Kokomo" by the Beach Boys).

Kosovo Parody Song

The Kosovo Song (To the tune of "Kokomo" by the Beach Boys).

Response by PO3 Candace Gracik made Apr 24 at 2014 10:53 PM

2014-04-24T22:53:01-04:00

Danger Zone by Kenny Loggins!! From the movie "Top Gun" with gorgeous Tom Cruise!!

Response by CPL(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 25 at 2014 4:03 AM

2014-04-25T04:03:16-04:00

hero of war - rise against

Zzyzx Rd - stone sour

Green fields of France - dropkick murphys

I have a tendency to love the darker side of music, so some might not exactly agree with all of these. Hero of war mostly I would think, but being a member of the uniformed service isn't always pretty, and I really love how it's depicted in this song. Zzyzx Rd, although I don't believe is a "military" song, depicts the military life so beautifully "I get to go home in one week, but I'm leaving home in 3 weeks, they throw me a bone just to pick me dry..." For example. I've always correlated it with the moments of homesick all of us feel from time to time. Being a Boston girl, I have a love for the Murphy's on principle alone, but this version is just so beautiful. Again, a darker side of the military song.

Response by MAJ Steve Sheridan made Apr 25 at 2014 11:51 AM

2014-04-25T11:51:18-04:00

Toby Keith - American Soldier

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CHvPbPyh-_U

the American Soldier (Toby Keith)

one of my picture shows music by toby keith

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 25 at 2014 5:56 PM

2014-04-25T17:56:40-04:00

That's easy, I'm Proud to be an American by Lee Greenwood.

Response by LCDR Arthur Glover made Apr 27 at 2014 8:43 PM

2014-04-27T20:43:41-04:00

Anchor's Aweigh! We used to sing in on command in boot camp. Company 907 in Great Lakes. It would echo of the wall and the four part harmony of TTBB made it sound great. I was in the special units Bluejackets Chorus.

Response by SSG Trevor S. made Apr 29 at 2014 3:56 PM

2014-04-29T15:56:31-04:00

I have two:
I Drive Your Truck
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3PKiuMfo5FA

&
Driving with Private Malone
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gh1m0eC1004

Emotional story behind 'I Drive Your Truck'

CNN's Jake Tapper reports the CMA's 2013 Song of the Year honors the story of a fallen soldier and his father.

Response by Col Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 30 at 2014 9:35 PM

2014-04-30T21:35:02-04:00

Here's an interesting idea and music-related thread, you can check it out here:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M_PtnvVQhqA&feature=youtu.be&t=30s https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/wartime-national-anthem-what-if-we-saved-the-major-key-for-peacetime-and-played-the-minor-version-during-war?c=1&page=1&urlhash=115917#115917

Wartime National Anthem? What if we saved the major key for peacetime and played the minor...

For reference: http://youtu.be/M_PtnvVQhqA?t=30s

Response by PO2 Robert Hunter made May 17 at 2014 1:58 PM

2014-05-17T13:58:28-04:00

"Over There"
and
"Arlington" performed by Trace Adkins

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made May 17 at 2014 3:53 PM

2014-05-17T15:53:21-04:00

I'm Already There (Message From Home) - Lonestar

Response by Col Private RallyPoint Member made May 18 at 2014 4:48 PM

2014-05-18T16:48:31-04:00

Here's a good one courtesy of MAJ Dews, check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJNz2QgSNsk

See the original thread and participate in the discussion here: https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/imperial-guard-song

Imperial Guard Song

Tribute video for the Imperial Guard. All song credits goes to www.thewarriorsong.com

Response by 1SG Alan Bailey made May 29 at 2014 11:14 AM

2014-05-29T11:14:58-04:00

The Field Artillery Song (The Caissons Go Rolling Along)

1. Over hill, over dale,
We have hit the dusty trail,
And those Caissons Go Rolling Along
Counter march! Right about!
Hear those wagon soldiers shout
While those Caissons Go Rolling Along

Chorus: For it’s “Hi! Hi! Hee!
In the Field Artillery
Call off your numbers loud and strong
And where e’er we go
You will always know
That those Caissons Are Rolling Along

2. To the front, day and night
Where the doughboys dig and fight
And those Caissons Go Rolling Along
Our barrage will be there
Fired on the rocket’s flare
While those Caissons Go Rolling Along - Chorus

3. With the cavalry, boot to boot
We will join in the pursuit
And those Caissons Go Rolling Along
Action front, at a trot
Volley fire with shell and shot
While those Caissons Go Rolling Along - Chorus

4. Should the foe penetrate
Ev’ry gunner lies in wait
And those Caissons Go Rolling Along
Fire at will, lay ‘em low
Never stop for any foe
While those Caissons Go Rolling Along - Chorus

5. But if fate me should call
And in action I should fall
Keep those Caissons a rolling Along
Then in peace I’ll abide
When I take my final ride
On a Caisson that’s Rolling Along - Chorus

After last Chorus, add
Batt’ry Halt!

Response by SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member made May 29 at 2014 5:11 PM

2014-05-29T17:11:06-04:00

I love the service songs, all five of them. I have played the service songs hundreds if not thousands of times. I do get distracted sometimes looking in to the crowd to see the veterans and current service members standing up.

Response by CPL Paul Burke made May 29 at 2014 9:22 PM

2014-05-29T21:22:30-04:00

SGT Makenzie
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8UeWzOfiqo

Sgt. Mackenzie - lyrics - Joseph Kilna Mackenzie

For my veteran brothers. This was written and sung by Joseph Kilna Mackenzie lamenting his great grand father, Sgt. Charles Stuart Mackenzie of the Seaforth ...

Response by LCpl Steve Wininger made May 29 at 2014 9:25 PM

2014-05-29T21:25:40-04:00

1812 Overture, with cannons.

Response by LCpl Steve Wininger made May 29 at 2014 9:32 PM

2014-05-29T21:32:41-04:00

This is an awesome video. "Born Again American"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vBZSBGHm0RY

Born Again American

http://www.BornAgainAmerican.org

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 1 at 2014 1:51 AM

2014-06-01T01:51:14-04:00

Sir mine is hands down "3 days and a wake up" by Eric Horner. If yall have not heard it its a must.

Response by SFC Laura Whitehead made Jun 1 at 2014 2:18 AM

2014-06-01T02:18:44-04:00

USAREC: Jay Z - I'm A Hustler Baby

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 1 at 2014 4:39 PM

2014-06-01T16:39:32-04:00

I am a country girl at heart and a big fan of Toby Keith so I'm going to have to go with American Soldier. It was played at my dawning of the beret ceremony during bct and we would always sing it in the showers during AIT and BCT. Makes me miss those battles!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DWrMeBR8W-c&feature=kp

Toby Keith - American Soldier

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Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 1 at 2014 6:53 PM

2014-06-01T18:53:39-04:00

Mansions of The Lord sung at the end of the movie We Were Soldiers.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 7 at 2014 12:55 AM

2014-06-07T00:55:22-04:00

Been listening to this for the last five years every morning to get myself pumped and works everytime. Take a second to check it out everyone its an awesome song. http://youtu.be/lTs6a0ORdQU

Response by SA David Kilduff made Jul 1 at 2014 10:22 PM

2014-07-01T22:22:51-04:00

Toby Keith has a few out now that I like and he is a great supporter of the troops.

Response by TSgt Scott Hurley made Jul 1 at 2014 10:54 PM

2014-07-01T22:54:06-04:00

I just came across this piece and video. Its called "Hymn to the Fallen" by John Williams.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Omd9_FJnerY

This piece of music by him honors those who fought and died. May they not be forgotten.

"Hymn to the Fallen" by John Williams

In honor of the soldiers who give us the freedoms we have today. American Cemeteries around the world and the number of those who gave the ultimate sacrifice...

Response by Col Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 6 at 2014 2:26 PM

2014-09-06T14:26:18-04:00

Here's a good one by two very talented Soldiers that's worth taking a moment to listen:
http://www.military.com/video/forces/army/soldiers-song-proud-of-who-i-am-goes-viral/ [login to see] 001/

Soldiers' Song 'Proud of Who I Am' Goes Viral

A pair of soldiers have started a country music band in Fort Eustis, Virginia. Patten and Goff posted their new song "Proud of Who I Am" on Facebook and the music video already has garnered more than 30,000 shares. The video is being shared around the world and could become a popular military anthem for our troops. Check them out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJc3UohUrRQLjsNGHnR550g

Response by SSG Shermon Williams made Sep 16 at 2014 1:55 AM

2014-09-16T01:55:48-04:00

Blood on the risers!

Response by CPT Jephro Kimbo made Oct 8 at 2014 8:55 PM

2014-10-08T20:55:23-04:00

This is for All Servicemen past, present and future. Soldiers, Marines, Sailors, Airmen, Coast Guardsmen, Guardsmen, Reservists, Veterans and those in Arlington and the thousands who rest overseas far from America's shores and soil.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MzV32-KBxyU

"There is a Lady who stands in the Harbor for what we believe !"

Aaron Tippin - Where The Stars And Stripes And Eagles Fly

Lyrics: Well if you ask me where I come from Here's what I tell everyone I was born by God's dear grace In an extraordinary place Where the stars and stripes...

Response by SSG Maurice P. made Oct 14 at 2014 12:02 AM

2014-10-14T00:02:39-04:00

The Marine Corps Hymn...All 3 Stanza's....

Response by SGT Michael Glenn made Nov 16 at 2014 11:53 AM

2014-11-16T11:53:49-05:00

Ballad of the Green Berets by far!!!!!

Response by Capt Richard I P. made Nov 16 at 2014 5:18 PM

2014-11-16T17:18:33-05:00

Col Private RallyPoint Member Sir, of course the Marines' Hymn. But also
"The War was in color" by Carbon Leaf and
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pf29IIQuqYk
"The Green Fields of France" by Dropkick Murphys
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KDaQfLFHYjI

Dropkick Murphys - The Green Fields of France (WW1 Slides)

This is a collection of WWI era photos found on the internet set to The Green Fields of France by the Dropkick Murphys. I'm afraid a couple of WWII pics snuc...

Response by Cpl Dennis F. made Nov 17 at 2014 1:53 AM

2014-11-17T01:53:42-05:00

Other than the Marine Hymn, a few oldies:
The theme from "Victory at sea"
The end of TV viewing day "Flight poem"
"The caisson song" of the field artillery, my Dad use to sing it when I was very young.
He was Army artillery in N/Africa, Sardinia, Corsica and Italy.

Response by SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 8 at 2014 1:30 AM

2014-12-08T01:30:14-05:00

@LtC ol Mark W. Burns
California by the Eagles. I heard this song on the way to bootcamp. My basic training company was HOTEL Co. and our military symbol is the Eagle Globe and Anchor.

A recruit tried to escape during bootcamp, and the MPs returned him. Therefore the verse in the song, that reiterates my feeling about this is 'you can check out any time you like, but you can never leave'.

Response by LTC Edward Marshall made Dec 8 at 2014 8:22 AM

2014-12-08T08:22:34-05:00

"don't Worry be happy"
the Black Hats at Bragg Airborne School, played this song over and over again before out first jump

Response by MAJ Chris Ballard made Dec 8 at 2014 9:24 AM

2014-12-08T09:24:06-05:00

Some modern(ish):
"Rooster" by Alice in Chains. https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=qVxcZqN11uE

"One" by Metallica, https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=WM8bTdBs-cw

"Nobody Speaks to the Captain No More" by Jimmy Buffet, https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=-EqJ0MFHl6o

Some old. Really, really old. Like, before electricity:

"The Minstrel Boy," https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=mj2j7R1NL-s

"A Young Trooper Cut Down in His Prime" https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=JCZji0ZdwBk

Laura Smyth & Ted Kemp, Trooper Cut Down

At the Green Note, Camden, 25th Nov 2013

Response by 1SG Cameron M. Wesson made Dec 8 at 2014 9:29 PM

2014-12-08T21:29:41-05:00

Saving Abel put out a song called Miss America off of their Miss America CD. This song resonates true to me as I am the grandson of the soldier, the son of a soldier, a retired soldier, and now the father of a soldier. The lyrics strike a chord in me and brings tears to my eyes it is time I hear it.

Response by MAJ Chris Ballard made Dec 9 at 2014 8:48 AM

2014-12-09T08:48:04-05:00

I can tell you one that I can go the rest of my life without ever hearing again: Lee Greenwood's "Proud to Be an American." So, so horribly over played. Every single retirement/promotion/formation above battalion level. I have PTSD from that song.

Response by SFC Michael Jackson, MBA made Dec 15 at 2014 11:15 PM

2014-12-15T23:15:32-05:00

My favorite military song is the "Dog Faced Soldier Song"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sEj5crj5z28

Response by CSM Charles Hayden made Dec 16 at 2014 12:48 AM

2014-12-16T00:48:46-05:00

LTC Burns, For 16 weeks of Basic, 'Stars and Stripes Forever" was on every loud speaker @ Camp San Luis Obispo for hours after Reville, at lunch and before Retreat. To help my memory, it is now my cell's ringtone.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 16 at 2014 12:52 AM

2014-12-16T00:52:45-05:00

I found this to be a pretty powerful song. There's an excerpt from it in We Were Soldiers.

http://youtu.be/BB2Ad04mukI

Sgt MacKenzie - We Were Soldiers Soundtrack with Lyrics

This is the Sgt. MacKenzie song with both original Scottish version and English translation. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sgt._MacKenzie#Sgt._Charles_Stuart_...

Response by SGT Charles Vernier made Dec 16 at 2014 1:10 AM

2014-12-16T01:10:41-05:00

There are a few that I like. 8th of November by Big & Rich, For You by Keith Urban, Paradise by Craig Morgan, The Angry American song by Toby Keith, When I'm Gone by Three Doors Down, and of course the classic Ballad of The Green Beret by Barry Sadler.

Response by Lt Col Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 22 at 2014 2:36 PM

2014-12-22T14:36:34-05:00

Iron Maiden - Aces High

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0FX_ZmCzo6k

Iron Maiden- Aces High , Battle of Britain

A vid to the song aces high by Iron Maiden. I hope you enjoy it! Here are the lyrics: There goes the siren that warns of the air raid Then comes the sound of...

Response by CH (CPT) Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 22 at 2014 6:33 PM

2014-12-22T18:33:49-05:00

The first one to come to mind was Battle Hymn of the Republic. It's probably my favorite as well.

I know that's pretty old school...I wasn't even around yet when it was popular. Lol.

Response by MSG David Johnson made Dec 23 at 2014 11:59 PM

2014-12-23T23:59:19-05:00

Balad of The Green Berets, and The Engineer Drinking song!

Response by CPT Chase Sanger made Dec 29 at 2014 9:48 AM

2014-12-29T09:48:49-05:00

The All-American Soldier!

"Put on your boots, boots, boots and parachutes, chutes, chutes..."

http://youtu.be/H86l4BP5g5U

82nd Airborne Song (The All American Soldier)

Copyright to the 82nd Band. Lyrics:Put on your Boots, Boots, Boots and Parachutes, chutes, chutes, we're going up, up, up and coming down, down, down/ We're ...

Response by CMC Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 29 at 2014 10:13 AM

2014-12-29T10:13:01-05:00

"The Ballad of the Green Berets". I grew up with that song as my Dad spent 29 years on AD with SF.

Response by A1C Jeremy Bell made Dec 29 at 2014 6:37 PM

2014-12-29T18:37:55-05:00

American soldier by Toby Keith is my personal favorite

Response by SMSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 10 at 2015 12:26 PM

2015-01-10T12:26:12-05:00

Off we go into the wild blue yonder....

Response by MSgt Rob Weston made Jan 10 at 2015 12:27 PM

2015-01-10T12:27:30-05:00

Greenward's: Proud to be an American

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 12 at 2015 9:51 AM

2015-01-12T09:51:51-05:00

This one actually comes from Canada. It's about the proper show of respect for Veterans Day/Remembrance Day/Armistice Day.

http://youtu.be/2kX_3y3u5Uo

Terry Kelly - A Pittance of Time (Official Version)

On November 11, 1999 Terry Kelly was in a drug store in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. At 10:55 AM an announcement came over the stores PA asking customers who woul...

Response by SSG John M. made Jan 14 at 2015 10:16 AM

2015-01-14T10:16:20-05:00

This is the song that was played at the Movie theater when I was in
http://youtu.be/XRYg70HHkQs

Army: We Were There

U.S. Army motivational video, circa 1980

Response by SSG John M. made Jan 14 at 2015 10:18 AM

2015-01-14T10:18:05-05:00

If you are an 82nd Trooper these are your bread and butter

http://youtu.be/JiWPZJoxk1A

http://youtu.be/I1d2a2JyEdw

82nd Airborne Song

The song of the 82nd Airborne Division. Posted by a Panther (I'm sure the Falcons and Devils will understand what that is.). Lyrics: Intro: Put on your Boots...

Response by SGT Craig Northacker made Jan 14 at 2015 12:27 PM

2015-01-14T12:27:27-05:00

All Along the Watchtower by Hendrix; Gun Running Blues by Bowie; Going to Viet Nam and Feel Like I'm Fixing to Die Rag by Country Joe McDonald, who also had some other really great songs about being in country - The Girl Next Door about nurses coming home, Viet Nam never again, Secret Agent...heck, they are all good! Listen to them all - they are just as pertinent now as they were then.

And then there is always the iconic "Yellow Bird" jodie...and "Na na na na, Viet Nam, Good bye"...

Response by SGT Craig Northacker made Jan 14 at 2015 3:04 PM

2015-01-14T15:04:44-05:00

Dave Mason just recorded a tribute to veterans titled "Thank You". It's a great song.

https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=2&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CCMQtwIwAQ&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DVZc1Ly27whY&ei=s8u2VJCeJ4XQggSy5YKgDg&usg=AFQjCNE_jCMCeBAPdgQrYuccOhM21Kh-1w&sig2=mttWVifdw3QufGtm6Rz34g&bvm=bv.83640239,d.eXY

Response by CSM Charles Hayden made Jan 14 at 2015 3:49 PM

2015-01-14T15:49:06-05:00

LTC Mark W Burns, The Re-enlistment Blues says a lot about the sense of the Army in 1941 and of re-enlisting! During the 1950's taking a burst of 6 got you a bonus of $360.

"Got paid out on Monday, Not a dog Soljer no more, They gimme me all that money, So much my pockets is sore, More dough than I can use. Re-enlistment Blues

Took my ghelt to town on Tuesday, Got a room and a double bed, find a job tomorrow, Tonite you may be dead, Aint no time to lose. Re-enlistment Blues

Hit the bars on Wednesday, My friends put me up on a throne, Found a hapa-Chinee baby, Swore she would never leave me alone, Did I give her a bruise? Re-enlistment Blues

Woke up sick on Thursday, Feelin like my head took a dare, Looked down at my trousers, All my pockets was bare, That girl had blown my fuse. Re-enlistment Blues

Went back around on Friday, asked for a free glass of beer, My friends has disappeared, Barman said, "Take off, you queer." What I done then ain't news. Re-enlistment Blues

That jail was cold all day Sa'day, Standing up on a bench looking down, Thru them bars I watched the people, All happy and out on the town, Looked like time for me to choose, them Re-enlistment Blues

Slep in the park that Sunday, Seen all the folks goin to church, Your belly feels so empty, when you're left in the lurch, Dog Soldiers don't have pews, Re-Enlistment Blues

So I re-upped on Monday, A little sad and sick at my heart, All my fine plans was with my money, In the poke of a scheming tart, Guy always seems to lose, Re-Enlistment Blues

So you short-timers, let me tell you, Don't get yourself throwed in the can, You might as well be dead, Or a Thirty-Year Man, Recruitin crews give me the blues, Old Re-Enlistment Blues."

Of course this is from my favorite movie, "From Here to Eternity". I have downloaded these 'Blues". Works best for we'uns from South of the Mason Dixon Line.

Response by CPO Emmett (Bud) Carpenter made Jan 14 at 2015 10:14 PM

2015-01-14T22:14:05-05:00

The Aggie War Hymn. It was written during WW1 in France during a battle

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 3 at 2015 12:59 AM

2015-02-03T00:59:49-05:00

John Horton's "Battle of New Orleans"

Adding Jean Lafitte's "Pirate Privateers" makes it historically correct.
By the way, blah blah blah in LEGO !

Battle of New Orleans

This animation is NOT made by me. The real director is RevMen. I uploaded this film because it wasn't yet here and i think it's one of the best LEGO animatio...

Response by SCPO David Lockwood made Apr 21 at 2015 6:13 AM

2015-04-21T06:13:59-04:00

The Navy Hymn!

Response by SPC Marion Paul Yarbrough made Apr 24 at 2015 10:19 AM

2015-04-24T10:19:55-04:00

Garryowen. No question.

Bandit, 5/7 CAV

Response by SPC Frank Podlaha made Apr 24 at 2015 10:22 AM

2015-04-24T10:22:33-04:00

Not so much the song Truckin' (Grateful Dead), but its lyric "what a long strange trip it had been!"

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 24 at 2015 10:25 AM

2015-04-24T10:25:53-04:00

It really makes you think about the price we have paid.

Five Finger Death Punch - Wrong Side Of Heaven

Get Five Finger Death Punch’s latest album “Got Your Six”!!! iTunes = http://smarturl.it/FFDP6_DLX Google = http://smarturl.it/FFDP6_GoogleDLX Amazon = http:...

Response by SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 24 at 2015 10:33 AM

2015-04-24T10:33:11-04:00

M.I.A. by Avenged Sevenfold CPT Private RallyPoint Member deep lyrics there.

Response by CMSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 24 at 2015 10:35 AM

2015-04-24T10:35:32-04:00

It is an Irish song called, "The Green Fields of France (Willie McBride/No Man's Land)".

It reflecting on the grave of a 19-year-old who died in 1916/World War I... Alludes to being set in a cemetery in Northern France. It gets me misty every time I hear it.

I grew up listening to it and never knew what it truly meant until I joined the military.

There are many versions, but this is the one that I love the most.

The Green Fields Of France By The Fureys & Davey Arthur

The Fureys are an Irish male folk band. They also sometimes record as the The Fureys and Davey Arthur. The group formed in 1978 and consisted initially of fo...

Response by SPC Chris Hall made Apr 24 at 2015 10:51 AM

2015-04-24T10:51:59-04:00

Highway to Hell. Hands down.

Response by CW2 Stephen Pate made Apr 24 at 2015 11:16 AM

2015-04-24T11:16:10-04:00

I really like "Wrong side of heaven, but the righteous side of hell" by 5 finger death punch. The video will move you.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 24 at 2015 12:01 PM

2015-04-24T12:01:38-04:00

The Green Beret song by the late Barry Sadler (1968).

Response by Sgt David G Duchesneau made Apr 24 at 2015 7:38 PM

2015-04-24T19:38:11-04:00

"We Got to Get Out of This Place" by the Animals. We called it the South Vietnam National Anthem . Photograph is of the Rock Pile and Route 9 , Quang Tri Province, S Vietnam from Laos. Part of the Ho Chi Minh Trail.

To the Men and Women That Served in the Vietnam War: Thank You and Welcome Home! SEMPER FI!

To the Men and Women That Served in the Vietnam War: Thank You

Backed by music from the era, as well as powerful photos, this video is a tribute to the men and women that fought in the Vietnam War.

Response by Capt Mark Strobl made Apr 24 at 2015 8:04 PM

2015-04-24T20:04:48-04:00

Marines Hymn. 'Nuff Said.

Response by SGT S Sharpless made Apr 24 at 2015 8:27 PM

2015-04-24T20:27:17-04:00

American Soldier by Toby Keith. I get emotional when I hear it.

Response by SGT S Sharpless made Apr 24 at 2015 8:27 PM

2015-04-24T20:27:35-04:00

Metallica "These Colors Don't Run." I love that one as well

Response by Sgt Adam Jennings made Apr 24 at 2015 9:40 PM

2015-04-24T21:40:16-04:00

John Philip Sousa's "Semper Fidelis", takes me back to graduation day at Parris Island December 7, 2007.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 24 at 2015 9:44 PM

2015-04-24T21:44:52-04:00

"If I die tomorrow"

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 24 at 2015 9:45 PM

2015-04-24T21:45:38-04:00

"If I die tomorrow"

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 24 at 2015 10:25 PM

2015-04-24T22:25:20-04:00

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X75sVw0xH2c

I find this song to be pretty awesome concerning the military..one of my personal favorites as well.

John Michael Montgomery - Letters from Home Official Music Video

Response by 2LT Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 25 at 2015 7:52 PM

2015-04-25T19:52:01-04:00

Left, Right, Left - Drama

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 25 at 2015 9:44 PM

2015-04-25T21:44:47-04:00

Rooster by Alice in chains

Response by PO3 Brendan "Smitty" Smith made Apr 27 at 2015 6:33 AM

2015-04-27T06:33:32-04:00

Wrong Side of Heaven - Five Finger Death Punch. The video sheds light on the number of Veterans struggling with homelessness and suicide. The numbers are a little out of date and have actually gotten worse, but I became a fan of this band because they decided to do this video. It's very powerful.

https://youtu.be/o_l4Ab5FRwM

Five Finger Death Punch - Wrong Side Of Heaven

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Response by PO3 Brendan "Smitty" Smith made Apr 27 at 2015 6:39 AM

2015-04-27T06:39:07-04:00

And the Band Played Waltzing Matilda - Performed by Liam Clancy of The Clancy Bros and Tommy Makem. This one comes to us from Australia and is about a WWI veteran looking back on his experiences during a Remembrance Day (Veteran's Day in the USA) parade. https://youtu.be/PFCekeoSTwg

Liam Clancy - Band Played Waltzing Matilda

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Response by SPC Carson S. made Apr 27 at 2015 12:20 PM

2015-04-27T12:20:22-04:00

"American Soldier" - Toby Keith

"Requiem for a Soldier" - Band of Brothers

Response by TSgt Anthony Ellis made Apr 27 at 2015 6:43 PM

2015-04-27T18:43:14-04:00

Lee Greenwood "God Bless the USA"

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 27 at 2015 7:24 PM

2015-04-27T19:24:07-04:00

THE U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS
BRANCH SONG "ESSAYONS" is the best Military song EVER!!

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made May 1 at 2015 6:01 PM

2015-05-01T18:01:01-04:00

I would have to go with Soldiers by Otherwise...very motivational to me.

Response by SrA Philip Smyers made May 1 at 2015 6:22 PM

2015-05-01T18:22:29-04:00

I have several but Madison Rising ' s rendition of the Star Spangled Banner sent shivers. Check them out please.

Response by Sgt David G Duchesneau made May 1 at 2015 6:35 PM

2015-05-01T18:35:28-04:00

Listen to this 13 year old play El Silencio, also know as TAPS. If this doesn't bring a tear to your eyes, nothing will! Hit the below link and enjoy! SEMPER FI! Once a Marine-Always a Marine!

https://youtu.be/ofmosyzS3MM

TAPS

The full version of El Silencio, also known as Taps and Butterfield's Lullaby. Played by Melissa Venema 13 year old from The Netherlands. (THANKS WINNIE9212 ...

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made May 1 at 2015 9:19 PM

2015-05-01T21:19:56-04:00

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U89Qtbnk-Q4

"The Gael", by SCOTS DG

This is "The Gael", the theme from The Last of the Mohicans by The Pipes and Drums of the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards, taken from their excellent "Highland Ca...

Response by Lt Col Jim Coe made May 1 at 2015 9:26 PM

2015-05-01T21:26:03-04:00

1. Air Force Blue.
2. Gary Owen

Response by Lt Col Jim Coe made May 2 at 2015 10:54 AM

2015-05-02T10:54:36-04:00

Here's links from my earlier post:

Air Force Blue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pos1BzW_t2A
The vintage aircraft in this video are worth the look.

Gary Owen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gaPk9yYWQcM Please ignore the ad at the beginning. The rendition for 7th Cav is very good.

1957 New Song Salutes Air Force Blue

Mitch Miller's orchestra and chorus introduces new son "Air Force Blue". Fighters and Bombers displayed. Source - National Archives

Response by SGT Richard H. made May 2 at 2015 11:38 AM

2015-05-02T11:38:32-04:00

"Love me when I'm gone" by three doors down. I don't know if everyone would call it a military song, but they do dedicate it to the military at the end of each concert.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made May 2 at 2015 1:54 PM

2015-05-02T13:54:05-04:00

I used to think that American Soldier by Toby Keith was good until he told youtube to take my personal video of photos down several years ago. It was only of me, people I deployed with and a few of the iraqi country side and other activities. So screw him. But their are so many good ones out there, but the 8th of November by Big and Rich I like as this song was inspired by a soldier they met who served in vietnam.

Response by SFC(P) Private RallyPoint Member made May 2 at 2015 1:56 PM

2015-05-02T13:56:30-04:00

As much as I hate to admit it being a Soldier for going on 25 years, I absolutely love the Marine Corps Hymn. It just resonates.

Response by SGT Reuben Barrett made May 2 at 2015 10:04 PM

2015-05-02T22:04:36-04:00

Jacques Offenbach - Geneviève de Brabant - Galop
Most have heard it played by U.S. Navy Bands and a few have heard it from the movie "The Caine Mutiny", HB

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made May 11 at 2015 7:48 PM

2015-05-11T19:48:22-04:00

Hmmmm, so many come to mind. Strange Brew by Cream. Because it has been quite an eclectic mix of personalities, experiences and feelings over the past 24 years for me.

Response by Capt Private RallyPoint Member made May 16 at 2015 10:01 AM

2015-05-16T10:01:01-04:00

This is a newer song, and less known because it is from a Christian band called "Avalon". The song is called "For Freedom". Here's a link to a video someone did with the song :)

https://vimeo.com/17250668

Response by PO3 Justin Ziller made Jun 18 at 2015 6:12 PM

2015-06-18T18:12:36-04:00

American Soldier, God Bless the USA, Letters from Home

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 18 at 2015 6:55 PM

2015-06-18T18:55:27-04:00

The Big Red One Song!

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 28 at 2015 1:20 AM

2015-10-28T01:20:40-04:00

My father was from Berlin so I'll pick "Hundert Mannn und ein Befehl". You might have never heard of it but it does have a familiar sound.

Response by PO1 Glenn Boucher made Nov 10 at 2015 2:39 PM

2015-11-10T14:39:15-05:00

I'm not sure it qualifies as a military song but when I was on the USS Reeves (CG24) we always played Willie Nelsons On the road again when breaking away from an underway replenishment.
I also like 3 Doors Down When I'm Gone.

Response by CWO2 James Mathews made Aug 25 at 2017 4:37 PM

2017-08-25T16:37:45-04:00

As the Colonel says there are a great variety of military songs to choose from and I pretty much like them all. However, in the end, I must say, "GarryOwen" is my favorite. This was the favrite song / March of General Custer, and was one of many very popular marches during the Indian Wars following the Civil War!!

Response by Sgt Michael Omstead made Dec 13 at 2017 9:11 PM

2017-12-13T21:11:44-05:00

good night Saigon by Billy Joel

Response by CPT Chase Sanger made Apr 5 at 2018 3:15 PM

2018-04-05T15:15:32-04:00

All American Soldier, hands down. I drank the koolaide, got the T-shirt, have the scars/cane/vertebral compression to go along with it. Wouldn’t trade my time in Division for the world. ATW!

Response by CPT Larry Hudson made Jul 11 at 2018 10:00 AM

2018-07-11T10:00:08-04:00

Engineers song

Response by PO1 Richard Nyberg made Apr 2 at 2019 4:27 PM

2019-04-02T16:27:34-04:00

One of my favorites are Arlington by Trace Adkins

Response by PO3 Michael L made Apr 23 at 2019 2:14 PM

2019-04-23T14:14:39-04:00

Anchors away.. present and former sailors will always have a special place for it

Response by PO3 Karen McNeal made Jun 20 at 2019 4:42 AM

2019-06-20T04:42:42-04:00

Born in the U.S.A. Played every night at closings time in the Philippines, I was So Proud to be Serving for my Country in the United States Navy.

Response by PO3 Doug Threadgill made Jun 21 at 2019 2:21 PM

2019-06-21T14:21:37-04:00

Navy Hymn "Eternal Father!"

Response by LCpl Steve Zupan made Jul 5 at 2019 8:46 PM

2019-07-05T20:46:57-04:00

"The Rooster" by Alice in Chains...

Response by LCpl Steve Zupan made Jul 6 at 2019 12:45 AM

2019-07-06T00:45:03-04:00

A lotta boot left to fill.... God Damn.....

Response by LCpl Steve Zupan made Jul 6 at 2019 12:48 AM

2019-07-06T00:48:06-04:00

Quarter notes and Hank's half time
Are poundin' on this heart of mine
Song to song, I pass my time
With these speakers on ten
Your good and gone keeps me up all night
Along with Songs In The Key Of Life
I'm either gonna get over you
Or I'm gonna blow out my ears
Yeah, you're out there now
Doin' God knows how, and I'm stuck here
Havin' a record year
Yeah, I'm havin' a record year

Response by PO2 Richard Worcester made Jul 10 at 2019 9:48 PM

2019-07-10T21:48:57-04:00

Anchors Aweigh

Response by TSgt James Jackson made Jul 10 at 2019 9:56 PM

2019-07-10T21:56:03-04:00

Leaving on a jet plane

Response by PO3 Karen McNeal made Mar 12 at 2020 2:59 AM

2020-03-12T02:59:30-04:00

Anchors Away,for sure being Navy gal.
Stars and Stripes I Love but I believe that our National Anthem is TOPS!!

Response by 1LT James Rosebrough made Apr 27 at 2020 6:40 PM

2020-04-27T18:40:38-04:00

The GarryOwen-song of the Cavalry.

Response by 1LT Peter Duston made Jun 12 at 2021 8:32 PM

2021-06-12T20:32:57-04:00

I wouldn’t give a beanTo be a fancy pants Marine, I’d rather be a dog face soldier like I am. I wouldn’t trade my old ODs for all the navies dungarees, for I’m the walking pride of Uncle Sam….. anyone know this one ?? I sing itWhenever there is a Marine and embarrass my wife who thinks I’m silly.