Machine of War

Three years, could be three days

No sleep builds a haze

Can’t close my eyes, they’re coming for me

Firing down through the trees

So help me god, you swore

Fed as flesh into the machine of war

The foundation of life

Given no reprise

Is sucked up and devoured

By this strength and demise

Are you tired? Are you breaking?

You will soldier on

Forget what happens when you get home

Can handle anything

But can’t handle anyone

So slowly bury the truth

Under the pile you dug

While you construct your trench

When you're stuck in the mud

So help me god, you swore

Fed as flesh into the machine of war

Standing in line, laying in dirt

Awake for days desperate to stay alert

I am tired, I am breaking

Are you tired? Are you breaking?

You will soldier on

Forget what happens when you get home

Are you anxious?

Don't start shaking

You will soldier on

Forget what happens when you get home

Frightened in the corner

Throw yourself in the fire

You’re not the only one

Stare down the barrel of your gun

Can handle anything

But can’t handle anyone