I Miss You Bad

Coming Home: The Story Behind "I Miss You Bad"

(Vibe: “Honey, I’m Good” — resisting temptation; twist: soldier deployed away from partner)Tone: Lighthearted but sincere, loyal, fun**
Verse 1
Bar’s loud as hell, boys drinkin’ strong,Jukebox blasting our favorite song.A girl walks over, smiles real wide,Says, “Buy you a drink?” with too much pride.I laugh it off, raise my beer,Say, “Sorry darlin’, my heart ain’t here.”My buddies tease, but they understand—I gave my word when I gave my hand.
Verse 2
Your picture’s tucked in my left chest pocket,Every time I see it, my pulse can’t stop it.I tell the boys, “I’m head over heels—She’s the one who makes a soldier feel.”So thanks for the offer, but truth be told,There’s a girl back home worth more than gold.And every mile between us hurts so bad—Honey, I’m good…But I miss you bad.
Pre-Chorus
Loyalty ain’t hard when love is real—Distance just sharpens what you feel.
Chorus
Honey, I’m good,But damn I miss you bad.I’d trade every mile, every night I’ve hadFor one more kiss, one more laugh,One more moment in your grasp.Honey, I’m good…But I miss you bad.
Bridge
Deployment tests the strongest hearts—Ours beats steady miles apart.

* Instruments: Acoustic, bright electric, claps, modern drums