Yellow Ribbon | Military Cadence
(Lyrics & History)
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Through the years, dozens, if not hundreds of cadences, otherwise known as "Jodies" or "Jody calls," have made their rounds through all branches of the US military. A handful though, "Yellow Ribbon" included, are truly staples in the culture.
The yellow ribbon referenced in the marching song is a tradition held for military families. Military wives of deployed troops would wear their hair decorated, or a simple ribbon would hang in the window of their home. The joyful tune of this cadence is accompanied by the story of a soldier and his girl - and her dad who is not a fan of their relationship.
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I've marched to the cadence many times and hope you enjoy it. I record these jodies for a few reasons: First of all, they have been requested by either current or former military. I hope to bring joy, memories, and re-light a fire for these individuals as they're reminded of the best parts of their military service. All "thank you for your service" jokes aside, we all signed up for a reason. Some people just have to be reminded of it.
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I also hope to continue in raising money for nonprofits that serve our community, specifically our homeless veterans.
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If you've ever streamed a cadence, bought a TV, got a shirt, etc. THANK YOU! We are making a difference and it wouldn't be possible without your support.
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-Jonathan Michael Fleming
Lyrics
Around her head she wore a yellow ribbon
She wore it in the springtime in the early month of may
And if you asked her why the heck she wore it
She wore it for that soldier who was far, far away
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Far away
Far away
She wore it for that soldier who was far, far away
Around the block, she pushed a baby carriage
She pushed it in the springtime in the early month of May
And if you asked her why the heck she pushed it
She pushed it for that soldier who was far, far away
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Far away
Far away
She pushed it for that soldier who was far, far away
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Behind the door her Daddy kept a shotgun
He kept it in the springtime in the early month of May
And if you asked him why the heck he kept it
He kept it for that soldier, the one who got away
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Far away
Far away
He kept it for that soldier who was far, far away
Listen to this cadence:
Song Name: Yellow Ribbon
Album Name: Cadences Volume 1
by Jonathan Michael Fleming
DISCLAIMERS:
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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.
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