

Prompt / Lyrics
[Verse 1] They shipped me out at twenty Said, "Son, you're standing tall" Gave me a flag, a rifle Said, "Answer when duty calls" I tried to be a good man Did everything they said But some nights in the darkness I still see every face [Chorus] Am I still welcome in heaven With these stains on my hands If I was just doing what they told me Will You still let me stand I was fighting for my country For my kids, for my old man But am I still welcome in heaven If I can't forgive myself yet [Verse 2] They pinned that little medal Mama cried there in the pew Preacher said he was proud of me But he didn't see what I knew 'Cause there ain't any speeches Out there on the other side Just a boy from some small village Who won't go home tonight [Chorus] Am I still welcome in heaven With these stains on my hands If I was just doing what they told me Will You still let me stand I was fighting for my country For my kids, for my old man But am I still welcome in heaven If I can't forgive myself yet [Bridge] If You were standing in that doorway Would You look me in the eye Would You call me home, or turn away From every time I crossed that line I don't need streets of glory Just a place to lay this shame And hear You whisper softly "I still know your name" [Chorus] Am I still welcome in heaven With these stains on my hands If I was just doing what they told me Will You still let me stand I was fighting for my family Doing what I thought was best Lord, if Your arms are still open Teach my heart to rest [Outro] They sent me home a hero But only You know what I’ve done If there’s mercy for a soldier Save a little for Your son
Tags
country, Slow, emotional country ballad with male vocals; brushed snare, soft fingerpicked acoustic guitar, subtle pedal steel swells. Verses stay intimate and low, like a confession on a front porch at night; chorus opens with warmer harmonies and a gentle organ pad. Final chorus lifts slightly then drops back to a near-whispered outro, leaving space for breath and reflection., emotional
3:47
No
2/24/2026