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Discover a unique collection of military cadences and marching songs, lyrics, CDs, t-shirts, and hoodies by Jonathan Michael Fleming. Dive into traditional and modern cadences used by the military. Explore now and bring the spirit of cadence to life! Find my work: Shop CDs & Merch My Mission: Preserve Tradition By recording time-honored marching and running cadences used by the US Armed Forces since WW2. Read More Inspire By bringing a fire back to veterans who've forgotten the purpose-driven motivation they joined with. Read More Be a Resource For military schools and service members looking to introduce fresh cadences to their repertoire. Read More House the Homeless By continuing work with local nonprofits and regularly contributing to the housing of homeless veterans. Read More Full Cadence Albums are here! Four volumes of the most riveting military cadences have officially been released on CD and all streaming platforms. Buy CDs Add to Music App Cadence/Jody Calls - Lyrics Library Search through dozens of traditional military cadences like "I Left My Home," "Sound Off," "Captain Jack" and more for lyrics and recordings. Explore Shop my top products! Quick View JMF "Dad Hat" - Camo Pattern with JMF USA Flag Patch Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View "1776 Problems" - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Signed Copies Quick View Cadences Vol. 1, 2, 3, & 4 Bundle (CDs) - AUTOGRAPHED Regular Price $64.99 Sale Price $59.99 New Patriotic Merch Quick View "1776 Problems" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Fallen Soldiers Merch Quick View Fallen Soldiers - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View "Keep Marching" - Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $29.99 Sale Price $27.49 Quick View "Fallen Soldiers" Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Gun/Bear Merch Quick View Right to "Bear" Arms - Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Anchor 1

Uh oh, Oh no I gotta leave, I gotta go This army life is crazy It’s got me missing my baby I got a letter in the mail Go to war or go to jail I got a letter in the mail Go to war or go to jail This army life is crazy It’s got me, it’s got me, it’s got me missing my baby I used to date a beauty queen Now I date my M-16 I used to date a beauty queen Now I d... Letter In the Mail | Military Cadence (Lyrics & History) (Skip to lyrics) Since World War II, marching and running cadences have been a part of military culture. Depending on the branch and unit, they may also be called "Jodies" or "Jody calls." These cadences, set at 120 BPM, help troops stay "in step," meaining they are to march in perfect unison. Throughout the years, countless cadences, also known as "Jodies" or "Jody calls," have been used across the US military, all telling a different story. Many WW2, Vietnam, Korean War-era cadences describe the reluctance of a draftee to embrace military life and culture. "Letter in the Mail is a comedic story of a draftee who is completely unfit for military life. With reference to missing your girl back home, missing the nice cars and regular clothes, and feeling a bit like a goober for being sucked into it all, the cadence makes light of the thought many of us had to ourselves: "What on earth am I doing here?" Lyrics Uh oh, Oh no I gotta leave, I gotta go This army life is crazy It’s got me missing my baby I got a letter in the mail Go to war or go to jail I got a letter in the mail Go to war or go to jail This army life is crazy It’s got me (hey), it’s got me (hey!) It’s got me missing my baby I used to date a beauty queen Now I date my M-16 I used to date a beauty queen Now I date my M-16 This army life is not my style It’s got my feeling like Gomer Pyle Related Products Quick View JMF "Dad Hat" - Camo Pattern with JMF USA Flag Patch Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View "1776 Problems" - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Signed Copies Quick View Cadences Vol. 1, 2, 3, & 4 Bundle (CDs) - AUTOGRAPHED Regular Price $64.99 Sale Price $59.99 New Patriotic Merch Quick View "1776 Problems" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Fallen Soldiers Merch Quick View Fallen Soldiers - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View "Keep Marching" - Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $29.99 Sale Price $27.49 Quick View "Fallen Soldiers" Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Gun/Bear Merch Quick View Right to "Bear" Arms - Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Listen to this cadence: Song Name: Letter In the Mail Album Name: Cadences Volume 1 by Jonathan Michael Fleming Uh-oh, Oh-no I gotta leave, I gotta go This army life is crazy It’s got me (hey), it’s got me (hey!) It’s got me missing my baby I used to wear my favorite jeans Now I’m rocking army greens I used to wear my favorite jeans Now I’m rocking army greens This army life is not my style It’s got me feeling like Gomer Pyle Uh-oh, Oh-no I gotta leave, I gotta go This army life is crazy It’s got me missing my baby DISCLAIMERS: The lyrics and music to the above cadence are not original to me. To the best of my knowledge, the song is in the public domain, as the author is unknown and has simply been handed down generation-to-generation within the US military. The views and opinions presented herein are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of DoD or its Components. Appearance of, or reference to, any commercial products or services does not constitute DoD endorsement of those products or services. The appearance of external hyperlinks does not constitute DoD endorsement of the linked websites, or the information, products or services therein. Lyrics Find lyrics to your favorite cadences: Scroll through dozens of jodies and search your favorites for lyrics, CDs, Spotify, Youtube, Apple links, and more! Cadence Library

I saw the Taliban dressed in black That’s my e-tool in his back I was the one he did not see U.S. Army Infantry Woah-ooo-oh, Woah Woah-ooo-oh, Woah-oh, yeah I Saw the Taliban | Military Cadence (Lyrics & History) (Skip to lyrics) The US Military has a rich tradition of call-and-response songs during marching, rucking, and running, a familiar sound for many. This practice began with Private Willie Lee Duckworth in 1944, leading to the creation of "Jodies," "Jody calls," or "cadences," which are now deeply rooted in military culture. While some of these cadences have a controversial tone, often referencing violence and borderline war crimes, they serve to toughen the minds of young soldiers who have yet to face the realities of combat. This cadence, "I Saw the Taliban," adapts with each new generation of troops. What began as "I saw the Taliban" has transformed into "I saw ISIS," and will keep evolving based on the current enemy. The cadence is popular for its shocking nature, as it describes all of the creative ways Soldiers picture themselves ending the Taliban fighter. The first time I heard it, I thought I was ready for war. Lyrics I saw the Taliban dressed in brown It’s me who shot him to the ground I was the one he did not hear U.S. Army Engineer Woah-ooo-oh, Woah Woah-ooo-oh, Woah-oh, yeah I saw the Taliban dressed in white Now he’s got me in his sight He was the one I did not see U.S. Army infantry Woah-ooo-oh, Woah Woah-ooo-oh, Woah-oh, yeah I saw the Taliban dressed in black That’s my e-tool in his back I was the one he did not see U.S. Army Infantry Woah-ooo-oh, Woah Woah-ooo-oh, Woah-oh, yeah I saw the Taliban dressed in red That’s my bullet in his head I was the one he did not hear U.S. Army Engineer Woah-ooo-oh, Woah Woah-ooo-oh, Woah-oh, yeah Related Products Signed Copies Quick View Cadences Vol. 1, 2, 3, & 4 Bundle (CDs) - AUTOGRAPHED Regular Price $64.99 Sale Price $59.99 New Granny Merch Quick View "When My Granny Was 91" - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View "When My Granny Was 91" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Fallen Soldiers Merch Quick View Fallen Soldiers - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View "Fallen Soldiers" Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View JMF "Dad Hat" - Camo Pattern with JMF USA Flag Patch Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View “What a Way to Die" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Gun/Bear Merch Quick View Right to "Bear" Arms - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 New Gun/Bear Merch Quick View Right to "Bear" Arms - Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View "1776 Problems" - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 New Patriotic Merch Quick View "1776 Problems" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View “I Left My Home" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View "Sound Off" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View "Keep Marching" - Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $29.99 Sale Price $27.49 New Merch Quick View "Stars Spangled and Enemies Mangled" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View Cadences Volume 1 (CD) Regular Price $29.99 Sale Price $24.99 Listen to this cadence: Song Name: I Saw the Taliban Album Name: Cadences Volume 2 by Jonathan Michael Fleming DISCLAIMERS: The lyrics and music to the above cadence are not original to me. To the best of my knowledge, the song is in the public domain, as the author is unknown and has simply been handed down generation-to-generation within the US military. The views and opinions presented herein are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of DoD or its Components. Appearance of, or reference to, any commercial products or services does not constitute DoD endorsement of those products or services. The appearance of external hyperlinks does not constitute DoD endorsement of the linked websites, or the information, products or services therein. Lyrics Find lyrics to your favorite cadences: Scroll through dozens of jodies and search your favorites for lyrics, CDs, Spotify, Youtube, Apple links, and more! Cadence Library

I’m a steam roller baby And I’m rolling down the line I’m a steam roller baby And I’m rolling down the line So you better get out of my way now Before I roll all over you I’m a jackhammer baby And I’m hammering down the line I’m a jackhammer baby And I’m hammering down the line So you better get out of my way now Before I hammer all over you Before I roll... Steam Roller (Army Version) | Military Cadence (Lyrics & History) (Skip to lyrics) Adding cadence to your workout routine can bring a different level of motivation and discipline. This "work song" style, also referred to as "Jody calls," has been a long-standing tradition in the US Military. These call-and-response style chants help troops march and run "in-step," or in sync, with each cadence set at a precise 120 BPM for marching and 180 BPM for running. The soulful voice of a troop leading these cadences during long rucks or runs is sometimes exactly the pick-me-up you need. The Steam Roller cadence is a staple in the Army community. The cadence has gone viral several times, both on my account and others where NCOs called their heart out and even picked up remixes from civilian artists. Here it is: "Steam Roller (Army Version) Lyrics I’m a steam roller baby And I’m rolling down the line I’m a steam roller baby And I’m rolling down the line So you better get out of my way now Before I roll all over you I’m a jackhammer baby And I’m hammering down the line I’m a jackhammer baby And I’m hammering down the line So you better get out of my way now Before I hammer all over you Before I roll all over you Related Products Signed Copies Quick View Cadences Vol. 1, 2, 3, & 4 Bundle (CDs) - AUTOGRAPHED Regular Price $64.99 Sale Price $59.99 New Fallen Soldiers Merch Quick View Fallen Soldiers - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View "Fallen Soldiers" Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Gun/Bear Merch Quick View Right to "Bear" Arms - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 New Gun/Bear Merch Quick View Right to "Bear" Arms - Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View Cadences Volume 1 (CD) Regular Price $29.99 Sale Price $24.99 Quick View JMF "Dad Hat" - Camo Pattern with JMF USA Flag Patch Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View Cadences Volume 4 (CD) Regular Price $29.99 Sale Price $24.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View “What a Way to Die" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Patriotic Merch Quick View "1776 Problems" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View “I Left My Home" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View "Keep Marching" - Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $29.99 Sale Price $27.49 Quick View "1776 Problems" - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View Cadences Volume 2 (CD) Regular Price $29.99 Sale Price $24.99 Quick View Cadences Volume 3 (CD) Regular Price $29.99 Sale Price $24.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View "Sound Off" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 I’m a dump truck baby And I’m dumping down the line I’m a dump truck baby And I’m dumping down the line So you better get out of my way now Before I dump all over you Before I hammer all over you Before I roll all over you Before I break your heart in two It takes a little, a little, a little rock and roll It’s the kind that, the kind that, the kind that soothes your soul ‘Cause I’m a jackhammer baby I’m a steam roller baby I’m a heartbreaker baby And Imma roll all over you Listen to this cadence: Song Name: Steam Roller (Army Version) Album Name: Cadences Volume 1 by Jonathan Michael Fleming DISCLAIMERS: The lyrics and music to the above cadence are not original to me. To the best of my knowledge, the song is in the public domain, as the author is unknown and has simply been handed down generation-to-generation within the US military. The views and opinions presented herein are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of DoD or its Components. Appearance of, or reference to, any commercial products or services does not constitute DoD endorsement of those products or services. The appearance of external hyperlinks does not constitute DoD endorsement of the linked websites, or the information, products or services therein. Lyrics Find lyrics to your favorite cadences: Scroll through dozens of jodies and search your favorites for lyrics, CDs, Spotify, Youtube, Apple links, and more! Cadence Library

A yellow bird, with a yellow bill Sat upon, my window sill I lured him in, with a piece of bread And then I smashed, his little head A tiny mouse, with tiny feet Sat upon, my toilet seat I pushed him in, and I flushed him down And that little mouse, went round and round I called the doc the doctor said That little bird, is freaking dead A yellow bird... Yellow Bird | Military Cadence (Lyrics & History) (Skip to lyrics) The US military has a long-standing tradition of singing while marching, dating back to World War II. The Army introduced the custom of calling cadence or singing "jodies" in 1944, and it has since become a fundamental part of training, PT, and drill across all branches. The style of singing originated from African work songs, which were brought to the military by PVT Willie Lee Duckworth, a black soldier from Georgia who used the call-and-response style to motivate his fellow soldiers after long days of work. Over time, cadences have developed to incorporate a jarring and borderline objectionable theme. Some of these offensive and/or violent-natured jodies are an integral part of a service member's adapting to the nature of their new work. "Yellow Bird," in all its comical violence, has become a classic within military culture. There are two versions below - the recorded version (clean) and the classic version, which I chose not to record. I do not condone the lyrics... Just documenting them. Don't judge me too hard Lyrics (Clean Version) A yellow bird With a yellow bill Sat upon My window sill I lured him in With a piece of bread And then I smashed His little head A tiny mouse With tiny feet Sat upon My toilet seat I pushed him in And I flushed him down And that little mouse Went round and round I called the doc And the doctor said That little bird Is freaking dead Related Products Signed Copies Quick View Cadences Vol. 1, 2, 3, & 4 Bundle (CDs) - AUTOGRAPHED Regular Price $64.99 Sale Price $59.99 New Granny Merch Quick View "When My Granny Was 91" - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View "When My Granny Was 91" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Fallen Soldiers Merch Quick View Fallen Soldiers - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View "Fallen Soldiers" Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View JMF "Dad Hat" - Camo Pattern with JMF USA Flag Patch Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View “What a Way to Die" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Gun/Bear Merch Quick View Right to "Bear" Arms - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 New Gun/Bear Merch Quick View Right to "Bear" Arms - Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View "1776 Problems" - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 New Patriotic Merch Quick View "1776 Problems" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View “I Left My Home" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View "Sound Off" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View "Keep Marching" - Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $29.99 Sale Price $27.49 New Merch Quick View "Stars Spangled and Enemies Mangled" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View Cadences Volume 1 (CD) Regular Price $29.99 Sale Price $24.99 Listen to this cadence: Song Name: Yellow Bird Album Name: Cadences Volume 2 by Jonathan Michael Fleming (Traditional Version) A yellow bird With a yellow bill Sat upon My window sill I lured him in With a piece of bread And then I smashed His f***ing head A tiny mouse With tiny feet Sat upon My toilet seat I pushed him in And I flushed him down And that little mouse Went round and round I called the doc And the doctor said That little bird Is freaking dead The moral of The story is If you want some head You need some bread DISCLAIMERS: The lyrics and music to the above cadence are not original to me. To the best of my knowledge, the song is in the public domain, as the author is unknown and has simply been handed down generation-to-generation within the US military. The views and opinions presented herein are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of DoD or its Components. Appearance of, or reference to, any commercial products or services does not constitute DoD endorsement of those products or services. The appearance of external hyperlinks does not constitute DoD endorsement of the linked websites, or the information, products or services therein. Lyrics Find lyrics to your favorite cadences: Scroll through dozens of jodies and search your favorites for lyrics, CDs, Spotify, Youtube, Apple links, and more! Cadence Library

C-130 rolling down the strip Airborne ranger gonna take a little trip We gon’ stand up, hook up, shuffle to the door We gon’ jump right up, then count to four  My main don’t open, use my reserve Reserve don’t open, I lose my nerve ‘Cause I’m Airborne  Alright I can ride I can fly All day All night C-130 | Military Cadence (Lyrics & History) (Skip to lyrics) To the US Military, the long-standing tradition of singing call-and-response songs while marching, rucking, and running is a familiar sound. Originating with a young Soldier, Private Willie Lee Duckworth in 1944, the "Jodies," "Jody calls," or "cadences" as they are often called have become ingrained into military culture. Often taking on an arguably offensive tone, many of these cadences are full of violence, war crimes, and worse. All of this, to harden the minds of young troops who've not experienced the harshness of war. On the less objectionable side, there are branch-specific cadences used to prop up the organization, unit, school, etc. C-130 is one such example, telling a first-person story from the perspective of a paratrooper. The "Airborne Ranger" lives in Army tradition as the man's man. This is the guy we sing about, who always seems to save the day. Lyrics Easy run Two miles Have some fun Three miles Gotta run Four miles In the sun Five miles Gonna be Motivated Dedicated Hollywood Looking good Gonna jump Gonna run PT, PT Too good I can do it I can run All day All night Meant to be, Fit to fight Drivin on Airborne (3x) C-130 rolling down the strip Airborne ranger gonna take a little trip We gon’ stand up, hook up, shuffle to the door We gon’ jump right up, then count to four My main don’t open, use my reserve Reserve don’t open, I lose my nerve ‘Cause I’m Airborne Alright I can ride I can fly All day All night Related Products Signed Copies Quick View Cadences Vol. 1, 2, 3, & 4 Bundle (CDs) - AUTOGRAPHED Regular Price $64.99 Sale Price $59.99 New Granny Merch Quick View "When My Granny Was 91" - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View "When My Granny Was 91" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Fallen Soldiers Merch Quick View Fallen Soldiers - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View "Fallen Soldiers" Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View JMF "Dad Hat" - Camo Pattern with JMF USA Flag Patch Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View “What a Way to Die" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Gun/Bear Merch Quick View Right to "Bear" Arms - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 New Gun/Bear Merch Quick View Right to "Bear" Arms - Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View "1776 Problems" - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 New Patriotic Merch Quick View "1776 Problems" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View “I Left My Home" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View "Sound Off" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View "Keep Marching" - Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $29.99 Sale Price $27.49 New Merch Quick View "Stars Spangled and Enemies Mangled" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View Cadences Volume 1 (CD) Regular Price $29.99 Sale Price $24.99 Listen to this cadence: Song Name: C-130 Album Name: Cadences Volume 2 by Jonathan Michael Fleming DISCLAIMERS: The lyrics and music to the above cadence are not original to me. To the best of my knowledge, the song is in the public domain, as the author is unknown and has simply been handed down generation-to-generation within the US military. The views and opinions presented herein are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of DoD or its Components. Appearance of, or reference to, any commercial products or services does not constitute DoD endorsement of those products or services. The appearance of external hyperlinks does not constitute DoD endorsement of the linked websites, or the information, products or services therein. Lyrics Find lyrics to your favorite cadences: Scroll through dozens of jodies and search your favorites for lyrics, CDs, Spotify, Youtube, Apple links, and more! Cadence Library

My girl’s a vegetable She lives in a hospital And I would do anything To keep her alive My girl’s got no arms or legs Here We Go Again (Same old stuff again) | Military Cadence (Lyrics & History) (Skip to lyrics) "Jodies," the U.S. Military’s call-and-response chants, are a powerful tradition . They not only keep troops in sync but also boost morale and embody the spirit of camaraderie essential to military life. Here We Go Again , is a traditional military cadence used across various branches of the U.S. armed forces during marches and runs. The repetitive nature of this cadence mirrors the routine aspects of military life, while the anticipation of completion reflects the motivation to persevere through training. Lyrics Here we go again Same old stuff again Marching down the Avenue 10 more weeks and we’ll be through Related Products Signed Copies Quick View Cadences Vol. 1, 2, 3, & 4 Bundle (CDs) - AUTOGRAPHED Regular Price $64.99 Sale Price $59.99 New Granny Merch Quick View "When My Granny Was 91" - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View "When My Granny Was 91" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Fallen Soldiers Merch Quick View Fallen Soldiers - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View "Fallen Soldiers" Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View JMF "Dad Hat" - Camo Pattern with JMF USA Flag Patch Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View “What a Way to Die" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Gun/Bear Merch Quick View Right to "Bear" Arms - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 New Gun/Bear Merch Quick View Right to "Bear" Arms - Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View "1776 Problems" - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 New Patriotic Merch Quick View "1776 Problems" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View “I Left My Home" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View "Sound Off" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View "Keep Marching" - Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $29.99 Sale Price $27.49 New Merch Quick View "Stars Spangled and Enemies Mangled" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View Cadences Volume 1 (CD) Regular Price $29.99 Sale Price $24.99 Listen to this cadence: Song Name: Here We Go Again (Same Old Stuff) Album Name: Cadences Volume 4 by Jonathan Michael Fleming I won’t have to look at you You won’t get to look at me Ugly, ugly, ugly you Pretty, pretty, pretty me Sound Off (One two) Sound off (three four) Break it on down now (One-two-three-four, one-two, three four!) DISCLAIMERS: The lyrics and music to the above cadence are not original to me. To the best of my knowledge, the song is in the public domain, as the author is unknown and has simply been handed down generation-to-generation within the US military. The views and opinions presented herein are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of DoD or its Components. Appearance of, or reference to, any commercial products or services does not constitute DoD endorsement of those products or services. The appearance of external hyperlinks does not constitute DoD endorsement of the linked websites, or the information, products or services therein. Lyrics Find lyrics to your favorite cadences: Scroll through dozens of jodies and search your favorites for lyrics, CDs, Spotify, Youtube, Apple links, and more! Cadence Library

Mama told Johnny not to go downtown Too many army recruiters around Johnny didn’t listen and he went anyway Shipped off to basic the very next day Low rider, low... Mama Told Johnny | Military Cadence (Lyrics & History) (Skip to lyrics) The United States Military has a respected tradition of marching to call-and-response songs, known as cadences or Jodies, led by a troop leader, Drill Sergeant/Instructor, etc. Originating with PVT Willie Lee Duckworth in World War II, this practice is essential in bootcamps, leadership schools, and physical training. With tempos of 120 BPM for marches and 180 BPM for runs, cadences provide a steady rhythm that fosters unit cohesion, boosts morale and helps troops stay in sync while managing their breathing. Throughout the years, cadences have evolved to incorporate a more striking and, at times, provocative tone. The intense nature of some cadences serves to mentally prepare new recruits for the challenges they will face in their duties and potentially in combat. The cadence "Mama Told Johnny" focuses on the story of Johnny, who enlisted against his mother's will, ultimately leaving his wife and son a Gold Star family. Lyrics (Men at war!) x2 (Late at night when you’re sleepin’) (The enemy’s a creepin’ all around) (Men at war!) (Hey!) went to wake the captain I found him in his bed But when I rolled him over I found he had no head (Men at war!) x2 (Late at night when you’re sleepin’) (The enemy’s a creepin’ all around) (Men at war!) (Hey!) Mama told Johnny not to go downtown Too many army recruiters around Johnny didn’t listen and he went anyway Shipped off to basic the very next day Low rider, low rider, low rider, low Low rider, low rider, low rider, low Johnny had a girl and her name was Sherry She as so happy ‘cause they planned to marry But Johnny wanted a life of danger He wore a tan beret of the airborne ranger Related Products Signed Copies Quick View Cadences Vol. 1, 2, 3, & 4 Bundle (CDs) - AUTOGRAPHED Regular Price $64.99 Sale Price $59.99 New Granny Merch Quick View "When My Granny Was 91" - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View "When My Granny Was 91" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Fallen Soldiers Merch Quick View Fallen Soldiers - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View "Fallen Soldiers" Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View JMF "Dad Hat" - Camo Pattern with JMF USA Flag Patch Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View “What a Way to Die" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Gun/Bear Merch Quick View Right to "Bear" Arms - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 New Gun/Bear Merch Quick View Right to "Bear" Arms - Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View "1776 Problems" - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 New Patriotic Merch Quick View "1776 Problems" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View “I Left My Home" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View "Sound Off" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View "Keep Marching" - Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $29.99 Sale Price $27.49 New Merch Quick View "Stars Spangled and Enemies Mangled" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View Cadences Volume 1 (CD) Regular Price $29.99 Sale Price $24.99 Listen to this cadence: Song Name: Mama Told Johnny Album Name: Cadences Volume 2 by Jonathan Michael Fleming DISCLAIMERS: The lyrics and music to the above cadence are not original to me. To the best of my knowledge, the song is in the public domain, as the author is unknown and has simply been handed down generation-to-generation within the US military. The views and opinions presented herein are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of DoD or its Components. Appearance of, or reference to, any commercial products or services does not constitute DoD endorsement of those products or services. The appearance of external hyperlinks does not constitute DoD endorsement of the linked websites, or the information, products or services therein. Lyrics Find lyrics to your favorite cadences: Scroll through dozens of jodies and search your favorites for lyrics, CDs, Spotify, Youtube, Apple links, and more! Cadence Library

Your daddy was home when you left Your momma was home when you left Your sister was home when you left Your brother was home when you left The dog was home when you left The cat was home when you left The fish was home when you left Your daddy, your momma, your sister, your brother The dog, the cat, the fish was home when you left. And that’s the re... I Left My Home | Military Cadence (Lyrics & History) (Skip to lyrics) The US Military has a long-standing, respected tradition of marching in cadence, aka: with call-and-response "Jody calls." Through all branches of the military, this staple of training is known to keep troops "in step," or marching/running perfectly in sync. In addition, it is common knowledge: there is nothing more motivating on a long ruck or run, than the voice of a soulful NCO (non-commissioned officer) calling a Jodie. "I Left My Home" has gone viral more than once - First catching the attention of the civilian world in 2021, when Drill Sergeant DePalo was filmed marching a basic training platoon to the cadence. Funny enough, this all happened while I was still in Basic Training - It was a strange feeling, coming home to my civilian family who evidently learned the same new song I did. Some of my now good friends, MJ Hanks, The Marine Rapper, and Topher also remixed the cadence, topping the Billboard charts and making history. Once I saw what recorded cadence did both for the veteran community and the "outside world," I made it a mission to record them. My studio recording of this cadence has gone insanely viral, with hundreds of millions of views across social media. A fellow Soldier, Chelse Hill and I even teamed up to make a rock remix in honor of one of our fallen. That song has garnered millions of views/streams and has made our hero's name, SFC Ricardo Young, well known for his bravery and sacrifice. Since all this craziness, all the recorded cadences have served as a source of motivation, and a reminder of the "good old days" to many veterans, and I'm thankful to have been able to provide this resource. Military schools are now pointing people in the direction of my albums to learn cadences, and through the social media side of things, we have been able to, as a community, use my platform to raise funds for various veteran-focused nonprofits. I can't thank you enough! All that being said, here are the lyrics to "I Left My Home" (Army Cadence): Lyrics Lyrics Your daddy was home when you left Your momma was home when you left Your sister was home when you left Your brother was home when you left The dog was home when you left The cat was home when you left The fish was home when you left Your daddy, your momma, your sister, your brother The dog, the cat, the fish was home when you left And that’s the reason you left I left my home To join the army I left my home (I left my home) To join the army (to join the army) Related Products New Cadence Merch Quick View “I Left My Home" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Signed Copies Quick View Cadences Vol. 1, 2, 3, & 4 Bundle (CDs) - AUTOGRAPHED Regular Price $64.99 Sale Price $59.99 The day I left (the day I left) My momma cried She thought that I Would surely die I left my wife Standing at the door She knew that I Would die at war I left my son Playing in the yard Seeing Daddy leave Made him cry so hard The day I left I shook my daddy’s hand He said that I Had become a man OO-WEE, OO-WEE OO-WEE, OO-WEE OO-WEE, OO-WEE To join the army Listen to this cadence: Song Name: I Left My Home Album Name: Cadences Volume 1 by Jonathan Michael Fleming DISCLAIMERS: The lyrics and music to the above cadence are not original to me. To the best of my knowledge, the song is in the public domain, as the author is unknown and has simply been handed down generation-to-generation within the US military. The views and opinions presented herein are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of DoD or its Components. Appearance of, or reference to, any commercial products or services does not constitute DoD endorsement of those products or services. The appearance of external hyperlinks does not constitute DoD endorsement of the linked websites, or the information, products or services therein. Find lyrics to your favorite cadences: Scroll through dozens of jodies and search your favorites for lyrics, CDs, Spotify, Youtube, Apple links, and more! Cadence Library

Down by the river We took a little walk Ran into the enemy Had a little talk Down By The River | Military Cadence (Lyrics & History) (Skip to lyrics) Call-and-response cadences, known as "Jodies," play a vital role in the U.S. Military, providing a steady rhythm to keep troops in sync, boost morale, and reinforce unity during marches and runs. These cadences hold a rich and significant place in military tradition . Down by the River is a traditional military cadence which plays on the age-old tradition of crap-talk. These lyrics describe a fictional encounter where Soldiers confront an enemy by the river resulting in a stand-off. This fight ends with the enemy being thrown into the river. The word “enemy” has often been swapped for words like “commie,” “China,” or even the names of competing Platoons or branches, all for the purpose of building comradery and fueling Soldiers’ competitive spirits. Lyrics Down by the river We took a little walk Ran into the enemy Had a little talk We didn’t like their attitude Didn’t like the way they walk So we pushed ‘em (Hey!), we kicked ‘em (Hey!) We threw ‘em in the river (We pushed ‘em, we kicked ‘em, we threw ‘em in the river) Laughed as they drowned We don’t need no enemies Hangin’, hangin’, hangin’ around (Hey, don’t be a fool) (Sombody said we were #2) (They lied!) (We’re #1!) (Army!) Related Products Signed Copies Quick View Cadences Vol. 1, 2, 3, & 4 Bundle (CDs) - AUTOGRAPHED Regular Price $64.99 Sale Price $59.99 New Granny Merch Quick View "When My Granny Was 91" - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View "When My Granny Was 91" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Fallen Soldiers Merch Quick View Fallen Soldiers - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View "Fallen Soldiers" Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View JMF "Dad Hat" - Camo Pattern with JMF USA Flag Patch Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View “What a Way to Die" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Gun/Bear Merch Quick View Right to "Bear" Arms - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 New Gun/Bear Merch Quick View Right to "Bear" Arms - Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View "1776 Problems" - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 New Patriotic Merch Quick View "1776 Problems" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View “I Left My Home" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View "Sound Off" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View "Keep Marching" - Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $29.99 Sale Price $27.49 New Merch Quick View "Stars Spangled and Enemies Mangled" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View Cadences Volume 1 (CD) Regular Price $29.99 Sale Price $24.99 Listen to this cadence: Song Name: Down By The River Album Name: Cadences Volume 2 by Jonathan Michael Fleming DISCLAIMERS: The lyrics and music to the above cadence are not original to me. To the best of my knowledge, the song is in the public domain, as the author is unknown and has simply been handed down generation-to-generation within the US military. The views and opinions presented herein are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of DoD or its Components. Appearance of, or reference to, any commercial products or services does not constitute DoD endorsement of those products or services. The appearance of external hyperlinks does not constitute DoD endorsement of the linked websites, or the information, products or services therein. Lyrics Find lyrics to your favorite cadences: Scroll through dozens of jodies and search your favorites for lyrics, CDs, Spotify, Youtube, Apple links, and more! Cadence Library

Sitting on a mountain top beating my drum I beat it so hard that the MPs come I said, “MP, MP, don’t arrest me” Arrest that grunt behind the tree He stole the whiskey, I stole the wine All I ever do is double time Beating My Drum/ My Granny | Military Cadence (Lyrics & History) (Skip to lyrics) PVT Duckworth's WWII innovation of cadences established the military's use of 120 and 180 BPM call-and-response songs for marching and running formations. A humorous and energetic cadence celebrating toughness and resilience. It follows the stories of a determined granny and fearless airborne rangers, mixing comedy with pride. The fast-paced rhythm keeps morale high and inspires determination. Lyrics Sitting on a mountain top beating my drum I beat it so hard that the MPs come I said, “MP, MP, don’t arrest me” Arrest that grunt behind the tree He stole the whiskey, I stole the wine All I ever do is double time Airborne ranger raving mad He’s got a tab that I wish I had Black and gold, in a half-moon shape Airborne ranger, he’s gone ape Jumping through windows, kicking down walls Airborne ranger’s having a ball So if there’s trouble in the world today Call on the men in the black berets I saw an old lady running down the street Had a chute on her back, jump boots on her feet I said “hey old lady, where you going to?” She said, “U.S. Army Airborne School”. Related Products New Granny Merch Quick View "When My Granny Was 91" - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View "When My Granny Was 91" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 When my granny was 91 She did PT just for fun When my granny was 92 She did PT better than you When my granny was 93 She did PT better than me When my granny was 94 She did some PT more and more When my granny was 95 She did PT to stay alive When my granny was 96 She kept on doing flutter kicks When my granny was 97 She up and died and went to Heaven She met saint Peter at the gate Said,” Saint Peter, saint Peter, hope I’m not late!” Saint Peter said with a big ol’ grin “Get down granny, and knock out ten.” She replied with a big ol’ smile “Sorry Saint Peter, I’m on profile” One mile No sweat Two Mile Better yet Three mile Gotta run Four miles To the sun Five miles Better yet One, two, three, four, Hey! (x2) Listen to this cadence: Song Name: Beating My Drum/My Granny Album Name: Cadences Volume 3 by Jonathan Michael Fleming DISCLAIMERS: The lyrics and music to the above cadence are not original to me. To the best of my knowledge, the song is in the public domain, as the author is unknown and has simply been handed down generation-to-generation within the US military. The views and opinions presented herein are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of DoD or its Components. Appearance of, or reference to, any commercial products or services does not constitute DoD endorsement of those products or services. The appearance of external hyperlinks does not constitute DoD endorsement of the linked websites, or the information, products or services therein. Lyrics Find lyrics to your favorite cadences: Scroll through dozens of jodies and search your favorites for lyrics, CDs, Spotify, Youtube, Apple links, and more! Cadence Library

Tiny bubbles In my beer Make me happy And full of cheer Tiny Bubbles - Military Cadence (Lyrics & History) (Skip to lyrics) The United States Military uses call-and-response songs, known as cadences or jodies , led by a Drill Sergeant or Instructor. This practice, started by PVT Willie Lee Duckworth in World War II, remains essential in boot camps and training. A lighthearted cadence that combines humor with the structure of military marching. Its playful lyrics focus on relaxation and enjoyment, contrasting the challenges of service life. The catchy rhythm keeps spirits high during drills and routines. Lyrics Tiny bubbles In my beer Make me happy And full of cheer Left, yo’ left Yo’ left, right, left Left, yo’ left Yo’ left, right, left Tiny bubbles In my wine Make me happy And feel so fine Related Products Signed Copies Quick View Cadences Vol. 1, 2, 3, & 4 Bundle (CDs) - AUTOGRAPHED Regular Price $64.99 Sale Price $59.99 New Granny Merch Quick View "When My Granny Was 91" - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View "When My Granny Was 91" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Fallen Soldiers Merch Quick View Fallen Soldiers - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View "Fallen Soldiers" Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View JMF "Dad Hat" - Camo Pattern with JMF USA Flag Patch Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View “What a Way to Die" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Gun/Bear Merch Quick View Right to "Bear" Arms - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 New Gun/Bear Merch Quick View Right to "Bear" Arms - Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View "1776 Problems" - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 New Patriotic Merch Quick View "1776 Problems" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View “I Left My Home" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 New Cadence Merch Quick View "Sound Off" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View "Keep Marching" - Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $29.99 Sale Price $27.49 New Merch Quick View "Stars Spangled and Enemies Mangled" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View Cadences Volume 1 (CD) Regular Price $29.99 Sale Price $24.99 Listen to this cadence: Song Name: Tiny Bubbles Album Name: Cadences Volume 3 by Jonathan Michael Fleming Left, yo’ left Yo’ left, right, left Left, go’ left Yo’ left, right, left Tiny bubbles In my whiskey Make me happy And feel so frisky Left, go’ left Yo’ left, right, left Left, yo’ left Yo’ left, right, left DISCLAIMERS: The lyrics and music to the above cadence are not original to me. To the best of my knowledge, the song is in the public domain, as the author is unknown and has simply been handed down generation-to-generation within the US military. The views and opinions presented herein are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of DoD or its Components. Appearance of, or reference to, any commercial products or services does not constitute DoD endorsement of those products or services. The appearance of external hyperlinks does not constitute DoD endorsement of the linked websites, or the information, products or services therein. Lyrics Find lyrics to your favorite cadences: Scroll through dozens of jodies and search your favorites for lyrics, CDs, Spotify, Youtube, Apple links, and more! Cadence Library