11 months in Iraq til' the day I die, I won't take off my vest
6 years to the army, giving more then my perception of best
They kicked me while I was down, so my cup spilled half empty
Pessimistic walking around painting myself as my worst enemy
Rough years I learned badges aren't bullet proof but neither am I
I stay away from jail, death before dishonor, I'd rather die
People had me painted as hero but updated me to a criminal
Product of my situation but I stay a man of principal
No help when I was hungry, homeless and heartbroken
Never hid my dirty laundry and kept my heart wide open
I haven't seen it all but I've seen more then enough
Overwhelmed by hate so now I'm searching for love
