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"Girl Cut Deep" came from a real moment in my military journey. Coming home wasn't easy. The transition, the memories, trying to find your place again. "It ain’t jealousy, it ain’t hate—It’s love I realized too late."—that's what I felt when I first stepped back on American soil. This song is for every veteran who's made that journey, for every family that waited, for every moment of coming back to the life you left behind.
I've heard from so many veterans and active-duty members who connect with this song. That's what makes it worth it—knowing that our shared experiences, our stories, can bring us together.
We serve with honor, we live with purpose, and we tell our stories so others know they're not alone.
I'm grateful for every moment that led to this song, for every person who's been part of this journey, and for the community of veterans and military families who support each other.
This is more than a song—it's our story. And I'm honored to share it with you.
Coming Home: The Story Behind "Girl Cut Deep"
(Inspired by “Girl Crush”)Topic: A soldier obsessed with the idea of the life he missed with someone he lostTone: Haunted, longing, emotional Verse 1 I saw you downtown in a yellow dress,Laughin’ like you were born blessed.Your hand in his, your smile so free—And damn, it took the breath right out of me.I don’t want your man, don’t want your life,Just wanted the chance I let slip by.War took years I can’t get back,Left me chasing shadows on a broken track. Verse 2 You don’t know the nights I said your name,How your memory soothed my pain.In the desert heat I pictured youDancin’ barefoot under skies so blue.You moved on, and I get why—You needed love, not a goodbye.But seeing you happy cuts me clean—A beautiful wound I never seen. Pre-Chorus It ain’t jealousy, it ain’t hate—It’s love I realized too late. Chorus Girl, you cut deep—Right through the armor I couldn’t keep.You’re the memory that haunts my sleep,A bittersweet ache buried deep.Love ain’t lost, it’s just out of reach—Yeah, girl… you cut deep. Bridge Maybe in another life or time—Your heart might’ve lined up with mine. * Influence: Moody, lush country ballad (original)
A collection of authentic country songs that tell real military stories. FINDING MYSELF AGAIN brings together 35 tracks that honor the experiences of veterans and active-duty members.
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