Lead Belly - Army Life

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Verse 1
The closed that ❲?❳
They said it was mighty fine
Me and my buddy we all could fit into mine

Chorus
And oh
I don't want no more army life
Keep it
I want to go home

Verse 2
The shoes that they give you
They said it was mighty fine
Half of number 7 boy they will give you number 9

Chorus
And oh
I don't want no more army life
Keep it
I want to go home

Verse 3
The hotdogs that they give you
They said it was mighty fine
One rolled off of the table boy and it started ❲?❳

Chorus
And oh
I don't want no more army life
Keep it
I want to go home

Verse 4
The coffee that they give you
They say it was mighty fine
It's good for cuts and bruises boy and it's just likе iodine

Chorus
Oh
I don't want no more army life
Keep it
I want to go homе

Verse 5
The biscuits that they give you
They said it was mighty fine
One jumped off of the table boy and it knocked down a pal of mine

Chorus
Oh
I don't want no more army life
Keep it
I want to go home

Verse 6
They money that they give you
They said was mighty fine
After fifty dollars boy they dake back forty nine

Chorus
Oh
I don't want no more army life
Keep it
I want to go home
Keep it
I want to go home
Keep it
I want to go home
 
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"Army Life" by Lead Belly is a song that humorously reflects the hardships and frustrations of military service. The lyrics describe the poor quality of the clothing, shoes, food, and even the money provided to soldiers. Lead Belly sings about the absurdity of army life, with items falling off tables and money being taken back almost as soon as it's given. Despite the humorous tone, the chorus conveys a strong desire to go home and leave behind the struggles of military life. The song captures the longing for freedom and the comforts of home, making it relatable to anyone who has experienced the challenges of military service.

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