If you're reading this Mommas sittin there Looks like I only got a one way ticket over here Sure wish I Could give you one more kiss And war was just a game we played when we were kids
laying my gun I'm hanging up boots I'm up here with God and we're both watching over you
[Chorus]: So lay me down In that open field out on the edge of town And know my Is where my momma always prayed it would go And if you're reading this I'm already home
If you're reading this Half way around the world won't be there To see the birth of our little girl I hope she looks like you I hope she fights like me Stand up for the innocent and weak
I'm laying my gun I'm hanging up boots Tell dad don't regret that I followed in his shoes
[Chorus]
If you're reading There's going to come a day When you'll move on And find some one else And that's OK Just this I'm in a better place Where soldiers live in peace And angels sing amazing grace.