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Life Is War

Life is war Life is war.... we go to battle every single day, feeling more and more like castaways, in this ever churning sea Oh, oh, life is war.... with each new day bringing calamity, this world keeps messing with our sanity till we can't take anymore Chorus But...love soldiers on... together we are strong... each battle we have won... our love goes on and on... Love soldiers on. Life is war... Lost and stranded in a mental maze Strafing bullets through the purple haze letting in a ray of sun Oh, oh, Life is war... wondering if this is what's meant to be or is there changing one's own destiny to bring joy to everyone Chorus But...love soldiers on... together we are strong... each battle we have won... our love goes on and on... Love soldiers on. Life is war... We're surrounded by our enemies, back to back we fight while on our knees, as we pray for better days Oh, oh, Life is war... we stumble on through each catastrophe, trying to find joy in the misery, as we try to find our way Chorus But...love soldiers on... together we are strong... each battle we have won... our love goes on and on... Love soldiers on. yes, love soldiers on yes, love soldiers on repeat and fade John Derek Hamilton November 09,2019

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Juliet Ligon

Date: 12/22/2019 8:09:00 PM

This is a great metaphor. Powerful lyrics.

John Hamilton
Date: 12/22/2019 9:45:00 PM

Thanks Juliet, it's true life can be a daily battle!

Alexis Y.

Date: 11/16/2019 9:33:00 PM

Hi John, I don't know how I missed this one. Great lyrics with a powerful message of love. Although this world is filled with hate, in the midst of it all love will prevail. Can you imagine a world without love? I can't, it allows me to face another day no what lies ahead. Have a great evening- Alexis

John Hamilton
Date: 11/17/2019 8:07:00 AM

Thanks Lexi, I like your take on the song, glad you came by and enjoyed. No I can't imagine a world without love, it would be chaos!

Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 11/16/2019 1:48:00 AM

Fabulous lyrical imagery of love, John! Made me think of my fave singer Sade (who I named my daughter after.) Her song, "Soldier of Love" has got the same vibe as this powerful poem. These pulse binding lyrics rock big-time. An instant fave, bruh. Love and peace forever

John Hamilton
Date: 11/16/2019 12:04:00 PM

Thanks Freddie, yeah I know the song, Sade is one of my fave artist of the eighties, thanks for your generous and complimentary words and especially for the fave, I am grateful! Take care Freddie, God bless! JD

Heidi Sands

Date: 11/14/2019 10:38:00 AM

John, this is a beautiful song! It means a lot to me and is so true. I'm saving it as a FAV :)

John Hamilton
Date: 11/14/2019 10:49:00 AM

Thanks Heidi, I'm glad you liked this one enough to fave. It came to me suddenly and just poured out, don't you just love it when that happens? Thanks again!

Brandy Nicole

Date: 11/10/2019 8:00:00 PM

What does this mean? I feel that no matter the outcome, as the world will always be filled with War, a battle between Right and Wrong. Love is stronger than any battle. It truly is. In the end. Love conquers all. Your thoughts move me. ~ Brandy

John Hamilton
Date: 11/10/2019 10:02:00 PM

Thanks Brandy for all your kind thoughts and words, I'm so glad you liked this one and see the meaning, indeed love conquers all!

John Gondolf

Date: 11/10/2019 3:14:00 PM

Life is hard, sometimes a struggle, but it is love that gives it balance and makes it all worth it. Nicely written, John

John Hamilton
Date: 11/10/2019 10:02:00 PM

Thanks so much John for passing by with your kind words and visit, I wanted to give you congrats on your POTD, I knew is was a great write! Take care!

Lin Lane

Date: 11/10/2019 2:20:00 AM

It's clear to me what these thoughts mean, for they are so often on your mind and in your heart. We have so many struggles to face in life, but we also have the qualities of faith, hope, and the greatest of all...love. You expressed this so very well, John.

John Hamilton
Date: 11/10/2019 10:01:00 AM

Thanks Lin, I know you understand, thanks for your kind visit and comment!

Sandra Adams

Date: 11/9/2019 6:50:00 PM

Wow. This is wonderful John. It came to you so you would write it for all of us to see. Love is like a soldier with it in the world life is easier to get through ... if only there were more of it in the world. I love this ... great lyrics :) hugs

John Hamilton
Date: 11/9/2019 7:51:00 PM

Thanks Sandy, I knew you would comment on this one, I truly thank you for your constant support. We all need to soldier on in love, thereby conquering hate and divisive behavior!

Vijay Pandit

Date: 11/9/2019 6:22:00 PM

Love is the savior of mankind--awesome lyrics, John.

John Hamilton
Date: 11/9/2019 7:49:00 PM

So true Vijay, God is love and he teaches us all the importance of knowing how to love, but more importantly to do it. Glad you enjoyed this enough to leave your fine comment!

Silent One

Date: 11/9/2019 5:18:00 PM

you are very prolific in your song writing my friend... love has to soldier on or the world would be full of hate..

John Hamilton
Date: 11/9/2019 7:47:00 PM

Yes indeed SO, yes indeed! Thanks so much for your kind visit and insightful comment, I do appreciate it!