I Chose You

(Vibe: “Rock and A Hard Place” — relationship strain; twist: soldier choosing love over withdrawal)Tone: Emotional, honest, intense**
Verse 1
You said you’re tired of walking on eggshells,Tired of guessing when the next storm swells.I said I’m sorry for the things I hide—The war I carry inside.You packed a bag but didn’t leave fast,Gave me one more chance to fix the past.Said, “Baby, choose us or stay withdrawn—I can’t keep loving a halfway gone.”
Verse 2
I looked at the floor, breath held tight,Finally ready to step into the light.Told you, “I’m scared but I want this life—I want you as my heart, my wife.”We stood there crying in the soft porch glow,Healing starts when truth lets go.Between the fear and your embrace—I chose you in that hardest place.
Pre-Chorus
Love don’t grow if you don’t try—So here’s my heart, no more goodbye.
Chorus
Between a rock and a hard place,I found courage in your face.Could’ve run, but not this time—You’re the reason I realign.Yeah, caught in fear’s embrace—But I chose youIn the hardest place.
Bridge
Healing’s hell, but losing you is worse.

* Instruments: Acoustic, swelling electric, big drums, steel lines