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Low rider, low rider, let me get that low rider Low rider, low rider, let me get that low rider Let me see you stomp to the left (stomp) Stomp to the right Low Rider | Military Cadence (Lyrics & History) (Skip to lyrics) "Jodies," the call-and-response chants used in the U.S. Military , are a tool for more than just rhythm. They unify soldiers, boost morale, and embody the spirit of teamwork, making them a cornerstone of military life. Low Rider is a fun and rhythmic cadence for marching or running that helps maintain synchronisation and boosts morale. It is an energetic and engaging chant that incorporates physical movements. This fun, rhythmic activity shows how military traditions can mix discipline, creativity, and humor to build friendships and boost morale, making tough tasks easier to handle. Lyrics Low rider, low rider, let me get that low rider Low rider, low rider, let me get that low rider Let me see you stomp to the left (*stomp*) Stomp to the right (*stomp*) Let me see you stomp one time(*stomp, stomp*) That’s alright Yo’ left, right, go left (Drill Sergeant get busy one time) Yo’ left, right go left (two times, three times, pump-pump-pump-pump it up!) Low rider, low rider, let me get that low rider Low rider, low rider, let me get that low rider Let we see you clap to the left (*clap*) Clap to the right (*clap*) Let me see you clap one time (*clap, clap*) That’s alright, it’s dynamite Related Products Quick View Signed Copies Cadences Vol. 1, 2, 3, & 4 Bundle (CDs) - AUTOGRAPHED Regular Price $64.99 Sale Price $59.99 Quick View "Fallen Soldiers" Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Fallen Soldiers Merch Fallen Soldiers - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View JMF "Dad Hat" - Camo Pattern with JMF USA Flag Patch Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Gun/Bear Merch Right to "Bear" Arms - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View New Gun/Bear Merch 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 Quick View New Patriotic Merch "1776 Problems" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch “I Left My Home" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch “What a Way to Die" - 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 New Cadence Merch "Sound Off" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch "When My Granny Was 91" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Granny Merch "When My Granny Was 91" - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View New Merch "Stars Spangled and Enemies Mangled" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch "When I Was 1" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Listen to this cadence: Song Name: Low Rider Album Name: Cadences Volume 4 by Jonathan Michael Fleming Yo’ left, right, go left (Drill Sergeant get busy one time) Yo’ left, right go left (two times, three times, pump-pump-pump-pump it up!) Let we hear you bark to the left (*bark*) Bark to the right (*bark*) Let me hear you bark both sides (*bark, bark*) That’s alright, it’s dynamite, that’s what I like Yo left, right, go left (Drill Sergeant get busy one time) Yo left, right go left (two times, three times, pump-pump-pump-pump it up!) Let me see you stomp to the left (*stomp*) Stomp to the right (*stomp*) Clap to the left (*clap*) Clap to the right (*clap*) Bark to the left (*bark*) Bark to the right (*bark*) Yo left, right, go left (Drill Sergeant get busy one time) Yo left, right go left (two times, three times, pump-pump-pump-pump it up!) 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

Discover the story of military cadences, born from PVT Willie Lee Duckworth's WWII song "Sound Off." Explore how this morale-boosting tradition has shaped U.S. military culture and inspired generations. Jonathan Michael Fleming has recorded more than 50 US military cadences. How We Got Here The Full Story Cadences originated with PVT Willie Lee Duckworth during WWII. His story has turned to legend and is still alive in the US military today. Duckworth, a black Soldier and a descendent of freed American slaves, took the call-and-response style of "work songs" and wrote his famous tune, "Sound Off." This new-found method of morale-building would quickly spread across the Army, and make its mark in its history. Hundreds of cadences have since been written and taken root in US military culture. Segregated Troops marching while they sing in formation. Photo courtesy U.S. Army Documenting History I did BCT (Basic Combat Training) in 2021, where I was first introduced to the idea of cadences. A musician myself, the idea of a military unit using music to motivate troops, or simply get them through a run was fascinating to me. However, I only called cadence once in BCT - and that was after our graduation. Fast forward to MOS school, AIT (Advanced Individual Training). We marched many miles across several weeks, and I wore my voice out calling cadence. There was nothing like it. However, we quickly began to turn into the local radio station nobody wants to hear, due to their incredible ability to play the same songs on loop 24/7. We were running out of material. I turned to YouTube, like every good Gen-Z soldier, and was amazed at how little I found. Remember, this was before military cadences went viral, accruing hundreds of millions of views across the military and civilian community. At this time, there was very little to be found by way of recordings, and sometimes you couldn't even find lyrics to the jodies we'd marched to for decades. You truly had to have been there to understand the tradition. I made the decision that day, that when I returned home, I would record these cadences and share them with my family. Veteran's Day came around, and upon hearing a chilling speech by one of my NCOs, I spent some time reflecting on the time-honored traditions I was adhering to. I also began thinking about how many souls had worn the uniform before me, and how many will make the sacrifices necessary for me to continue living the life of opportunity I've been afforded in this great nation. Inspired by an old cadence my buddy found called "Down in the Battlefield," I pulled out my notepad, and in 5 short minutes I wrote the cadence, "Fallen Soldiers." This cadence took the world by storm, and quickly brought me comments, messages, emails, and letters from service members and veterans asking me to record other cadences. This is when it all came together for me: I can be a resource for service members, military schools, and veterans. All of those things are amazing, and I'm honored to be a part of our history - but that was only the beginning. Since the release of Fallen Soldiers, I've recorded, by request of present and former military personnel, 50 military cadences/jodies. My hope and prayer is that these songs surface memories for service members, remind them of their "day zero" motivation, and bring back their fire. Through a fast-expanding social media presence, we have been able to use these songs to bring awareness and raise money for veteran-focused nonprofits, and I believe that God has a bright future in store for the direction of this mission. My continued prayer is that you, whoever is reading this, is inspired by something you see. If that is all I accomplish, then I will be proud to have been a part of your story in that way. 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Come on over The war’s not over So put your weapon next to mine And we’ll shoot ‘em all down the line I shot insurgent one Did that one just for fun So put your weapon next to mine And we’ll shoot ‘em all down the line Come on over The war’s not over So put your weapon next to mine And we’ll shoot ‘em all down the line I shot insurgent two Did that one... Come On Over | 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 all branches of the US military. However, only a few have made a permanent mark across the US Military like "Come On Over." Cadences are often shocking, using disturbing or even offensive imagery to paint a picture of war. The dark sense of humor, often called "gallows humor" or "foxhole humor." In this particular cadence, the soldier brags on the line of insurgents he is about to execute - fire squad-style. Many cadences like this seem to use the Geneva Convention as a good source of musical inspiration. Here it is: "Come On Over" (Army Cadence) Lyrics Come on over The war’s not over So put your weapon next to mine And we’ll shoot ‘em all down the line I shot insurgent one Did that one just for fun So put your weapon next to mine And we’ll shoot ‘em all down the line Come on over The war’s not over So put your weapon next to mine And we’ll shoot ‘em all down the line Related Products Quick View Signed Copies Cadences Vol. 1, 2, 3, & 4 Bundle (CDs) - AUTOGRAPHED Regular Price $64.99 Sale Price $59.99 Quick View "Fallen Soldiers" Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch “What a Way to Die" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Fallen Soldiers Merch Fallen Soldiers - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View JMF "Dad Hat" - Camo Pattern with JMF USA Flag Patch Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch “I Left My Home" - 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 Quick View New Gun/Bear Merch Right to "Bear" Arms - Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View Cadences Volume 4 (CD) Regular Price $29.99 Sale Price $24.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch "When My Granny Was 91" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Patriotic Merch "1776 Problems" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Gun/Bear Merch Right to "Bear" Arms - 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 New Cadence Merch "Sound Off" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch "When I Was 1" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View Cadences Volume 3 (CD) Regular Price $29.99 Sale Price $24.99 Listen to this cadence: Song Name: Come On Over Album Name: Cadences Volume 1 by Jonathan Michael Fleming I shot insurgent two Did that one just for you So put your weapon next to mine And we’ll shoot ‘em all down the line I shot insurgent three Did that one just for me So put your weapon next to mine And we’ll shoot ‘em all down the line Come on over The war’s not over So put your weapon next to mine And we’ll shoot ‘em all down the line 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 My Girl’s a Vegetable | Military Cadence (Lyrics & History) (Skip to lyrics) In the U.S. Military, "Jodies" are call-and-response chants that serve as more than just a rhythm. They bring soldiers together, build morale, and highlight the strong traditions that define military life. My Girl's a Vegetable is commonly chanted during marches. Obviously satire, the cadence utilizes dark humor and some very exaggerated, grim imagery to tell a fictional story about a Soldier's girlfriend who is in a vegetative state. Honestly, I have no further words for this one… You’ll have to hear it to believe it. Lyrics 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 Just a couple wooden pegs And I would do anything To keep her alive My girl’s got color TV It’s called an EKG And I would do anything To keep her alive Related Products Quick View Signed Copies Cadences Vol. 1, 2, 3, & 4 Bundle (CDs) - AUTOGRAPHED Regular Price $64.99 Sale Price $59.99 Quick View "Fallen Soldiers" Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Fallen Soldiers Merch Fallen Soldiers - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View JMF "Dad Hat" - Camo Pattern with JMF USA Flag Patch Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Gun/Bear Merch Right to "Bear" Arms - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View New Gun/Bear Merch 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 Quick View New Patriotic Merch "1776 Problems" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch “I Left My Home" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch “What a Way to Die" - 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 New Cadence Merch "Sound Off" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch "When My Granny Was 91" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Granny Merch "When My Granny Was 91" - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View New Merch "Stars Spangled and Enemies Mangled" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch "When I Was 1" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Listen to this cadence: Song Name: My Girl's A Vegetable Album Name: Cadences Volume 4 by Jonathan Michael Fleming Sometimes I like to joke Pull the plug and watch her choke And I would do anything To keep her alive Each time she breaths in air She sounds like Darth Vader But I would do anything To keep her alive She prefers pureed food Sucks it down with a plastic tube But I would do anything To keep her alive 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

Don’t let the green grass fool you Don’t let, don’t let it change your mind (Sing it with me now, now) Don’t Let The Green Grass Fool You - Military Cadence (Lyrics & History) (Skip to lyrics) Since 1944, military cadences have synchronized troops at 120 BPM for marching and 180 BPM for running through Drill Sergeant-led call-and-response songs. A motivational cadence about staying focused and avoiding distractions. Its lyrics emphasize loyalty and determination, making it a powerful message for soldiers. The repetitive structure keeps it engaging during long marches. Lyrics Don’t let the green grass fool you Don’t let, don’t let it change your mind (Sing it with me now, now) Don’t let the green grass fool you (Don’t let it) Don’t let it change your mind (Sing it with me now, yeah) Don’t let the green grass fool you (Don’t let it fool ya) (Don’t let it fool ya) Don’t let it change your mind (Everybody in the Army sing it with me now) Related Products Quick View Signed Copies Cadences Vol. 1, 2, 3, & 4 Bundle (CDs) - AUTOGRAPHED Regular Price $64.99 Sale Price $59.99 Quick View "Fallen Soldiers" Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Fallen Soldiers Merch Fallen Soldiers - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View JMF "Dad Hat" - Camo Pattern with JMF USA Flag Patch Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Gun/Bear Merch Right to "Bear" Arms - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View New Gun/Bear Merch 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 Quick View New Patriotic Merch "1776 Problems" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch “I Left My Home" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch “What a Way to Die" - 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 New Cadence Merch "Sound Off" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch "When My Granny Was 91" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Granny Merch "When My Granny Was 91" - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View New Merch "Stars Spangled and Enemies Mangled" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch "When I Was 1" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Listen to this cadence: Don’t let the green grass fool you (Don’t let it… don’t let the green grass fool ya) Don’t let it change your mind (Don’t let it fool ya!) Don’t let the green grass fool you (My soldiers… don’t let the green grass fool ya) Don’t let it change your mind (Don’t let it… don’t let it fool ya) Don’t let the green grass fool you Don’t let it change your mind Song Name: Don’t Let The Green Grass Fool You 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

Hello If you're reading this, thank you! I mean that - the fact that the military community has fully embraced my mission with genuine curiosity and support is an encouragement to me. I receive many messages, comments, emails, etc. asking for a greater context as to what led me to this project. I'd like to answer some of my most asked questions and hopefully add perspective to the importance of this history-preservation project. My Story Let me make one thing clear, on top of the disclaimer at the bottom of the page: when I reference my military service, it is purely for context. Please do not make any purchases, comments, views, or show any other type of support because of my military service. If you do those things, let it be because you support the mission behind my work, and truly enjoy my content! With that out of the way, let's start from the beginning: Houston, TX I grew up in Texas, in a large family: I am one of nine children. Before you ask, no... I'm not Mormon. That being said, my family Contact For inquiries about events, collaborations, fundraising, sponsorships, etc. please reach out via email. help@jonathanmichaelfleming.com

Hi, Ho, Lock and Load The engines are running, we’re ready to roll Kill the enemy, take control So early, so early, so early in the morning Abrams on the hill Take commander’s ready to kill Give the order, “Fire at will” So early, so early, so early in the morning Sniper on the ground Moving by without a sound Locks and loads a single round So early, so... Hi Ho Lock and Load | Military Cadence (Lyrics & History) (Skip to lyrics) Marching in cadence with call-and-response "Jody calls" is a long-standing tradition in the US Military. The custom began in WW2 when PVT Willie Duckworth brought the African "work song" style to his brothers in the Army. Cadences or "jodies" are still used across all branches of the US military to keep troops marching in perfect unison, or "in step." It's no secret that the soulful voice of an NCO calling a Jodie is all that keeps you going on brutal rucks or runs. Within the military, each branch, and even each MOS (military occupational specialty) have their own specialized cadences, and arguably, the best of them stem from the good old infantry. These grunts are a bunch of singing psychopaths. "Hi Ho Lock and Load" is one of the more tame cadences you'll hear out of these guys... Lyrics Lyrics Hi, Ho, Lock and Load The engines are running, we’re ready to roll Kill the enemy, take control So early, so early, so early in the morning Abrams on the hill Take commander’s ready to kill Give the order, “Fire at will” So early, so early, so early in the morning Related Products Quick View New Cadence Merch “I Left My Home" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View Signed Copies Cadences Vol. 1, 2, 3, & 4 Bundle (CDs) - AUTOGRAPHED Regular Price $64.99 Sale Price $59.99 Sniper on the ground Moving by without a sound Locks and loads a single round So early, so early, so early in the morning Apache’s in the sky F-16s go zooming by The enemy is about to die So early, so early, so early in the morning Listen to this cadence: Song Name: Hi Ho Lock and Load 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

Everywhere I go There’s a dang private there ( There’s a drill sergeant there) Everywhere I go There’s a dang private there (There’s a drill sergeant there) Dang private (Drill Sergeant) Dang Private (Drill Sergeant) Why don’t you leave me alone? Why don’t you take yourself home? When I go to chow There’s a dang private there (There’s a drill sergeant there)... Everywhere I Go | Military Cadence (Lyrics & History) (Skip to lyrics) The US Military has a time-honored and highly respected tradition of marching in cadence, also known as call-and-response "Jody calls." This essential tradition, dating back to world-war two is used across all branches of the military to ensure troops march and run in perfect sync, or "in step." It's basically indisputable: nothing is more motivating on a long ruck or run than the soulful voice of a non-commissioned officer calling a Jodie. "Everywhere I Go" is traditionally a basic-training cadence. It documents the period of time where a Soldier-to-be can't do anything without a Drill Sergeant looking over their back. The cadence is humorous, and is about the only time trainees get to talk crap back to the DS. Take a listen... Lyrics Lyrics Everywhere I go There’s a dang private there ( There’s a drill sergeant there) Everywhere I go There’s a dang private there (There’s a drill sergeant there) Dang private (Drill Sergeant) Dang Private (Drill Sergeant) Why don’t you leave me alone? Why don’t you take yourself home? When I go to chow There’s a dang private there (There’s a drill sergeant there) When I go to chow There’s a dang private there (There’s a drill sergeant there Related Products Quick View New Cadence Merch “I Left My Home" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View Signed Copies Cadences Vol. 1, 2, 3, & 4 Bundle (CDs) - AUTOGRAPHED Regular Price $64.99 Sale Price $59.99 Dang private (Drill Sergeant) Dang Private (Drill Sergeant) Why don’t you leave me alone? Why don’t you take yourself home? When I do PT There’s a dang private there (There’s a drill sergeant there) When I do PT There’s a dang private there (There’s a drill sergeant there) Dang private (Drill Sergeant) Dang Private (Drill Sergeant) Why don’t you leave me alone? Why don’t you take yourself home? Listen to this cadence: Song Name: Everywhere I Go Album Name: Cadences Volume 1 by Jonathan Michael Fleming DISCLAIMER: 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

In the early morning rain In the early morning rain In the early morning rain In the early morning rain In the Early Morning Rain| Military Cadence (Lyrics & History) (Skip to lyrics) The U.S. Military uses chants called "Jodies" to keep soldiers in rhythm, boost their morale, and build teamwork during marches and runs. These chants are a key part of military tradition . In the early morning rain is a cadence set on the beaches of Normandy on D Day. The cadence narrates the experiences of a service member leaving for duty, reflecting on the emotional farewells with family, the challenges he faces on the beach front, and the sacrifices made, sending a message to his loved ones. Lyrics Related Products Quick View Signed Copies Cadences Vol. 1, 2, 3, & 4 Bundle (CDs) - AUTOGRAPHED Regular Price $64.99 Sale Price $59.99 Quick View "Fallen Soldiers" Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Fallen Soldiers Merch Fallen Soldiers - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View JMF "Dad Hat" - Camo Pattern with JMF USA Flag Patch Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Gun/Bear Merch Right to "Bear" Arms - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View New Gun/Bear Merch 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 Quick View New Patriotic Merch "1776 Problems" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch “I Left My Home" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch “What a Way to Die" - 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 New Cadence Merch "Sound Off" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch "When My Granny Was 91" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Granny Merch "When My Granny Was 91" - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View New Merch "Stars Spangled and Enemies Mangled" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch "When I Was 1" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 In the early morning rain In the early morning rain In the early morning rain In the early morning rain Kissed my wife and said goodbye Told my children not to cry Kissed my wife and said goodbye In the early morning rain With a weapon in my hand And a pocket full of sand With a weapon in my hand And a pocket full of sand Got the enemy to my front And the ocean to my rear Wounded dying’s all I hear In the early morning rain Listen to this cadence: Song Name: In the Early Morning Rain Album Name: Cadences Volume 4 by Jonathan Michael Fleming As I lay here to rest Caught a bullet in my chest Even though I’ve done my best In the early morning rain Tell my daughter not to cry ‘Cause I’ll never say goodbye Tell my daughter not to cry In the early morning rain Many soldiers die today Guess there’s nothing left to say So our children, they can play In the early morning rain In the early morning rain In the early morning rain In the early morning rain In the early morning rain 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 Fallen Soldiers (Rock Version) | 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. I wrote this cadence back in 2021 when a live video of my cadence-calling went viral. This jody took the internet by storm and quickly garnered the attention of several big-name musicians in the military space like The Marine Rapper, Topher, D.Cure, MJ Hanks, and more. One individual in particular stood out to me, and was willing to put his reputation as an artist on the line to help me produce and record Fallen Soldiers, now as a radio-ready rock song. His name is Mick Blankenship, and you can even hear his vocals in the cadence ‘response.’ Fallen Soldiers ultimately made the top 10 iTunes Rock chart and received millions of views and streams. This was only made possible because of artists who believed in me and shared my song, along with the millions of American patriots who have listened and supported the song since. Lyrics Out on the battlefield covered in blood There’s an Airborne Sapper dying in the mud The enemy came closing in until the Soldier fell So with one final magazine he sent ‘em all to hell Fallen Soldiers We stand on your shoulders We carry your legacy ‘Cause no one said that freedom’s free Fallen soldiers We stand on your shoulders I’ll carry your legacy Till some day they remember me Out in a foxhole, shaking in his boots There’s a brand new private too afraid to shoot The Soldier to his left jumped on a hand grenade And the gruesome price of war he paid Related Products Quick View New Fallen Soldiers Merch 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 Listen to this cadence: Song Name: Fallen Soldiers (Rock Version) Single by Jonathan Michael Fleming Fallen soldiers We stand on your shoulders We carry your legacy ‘Cause no one said that freedom’s free Fallen soldiers We stand on your shoulders I’ll carry your legacy Till some day they remember me Fallen soldiers We stand on your shoulders We carry your legacy ‘Cause no one said that freedom’s free Fallen soldiers We stand on your shoulders I’ll carry your legacy Till some day they remember me 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 Quick View Signed Copies Cadences Vol. 1, 2, 3, & 4 Bundle (CDs) - AUTOGRAPHED Regular Price $64.99 Sale Price $59.99 Quick View "Fallen Soldiers" Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Fallen Soldiers Merch Fallen Soldiers - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View JMF "Dad Hat" - Camo Pattern with JMF USA Flag Patch Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Gun/Bear Merch Right to "Bear" Arms - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View New Gun/Bear Merch 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 Quick View New Patriotic Merch "1776 Problems" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch “I Left My Home" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch “What a Way to Die" - 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 New Cadence Merch "Sound Off" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch "When My Granny Was 91" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Granny Merch "When My Granny Was 91" - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View New Merch "Stars Spangled and Enemies Mangled" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch "When I Was 1" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 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

One, two, three, four, Hey! Here we go x2 On the move x2 In the groove x2 Rock Steady | Military Cadence (Lyrics & History) (Skip to lyrics) Military units stay in step through cadences - rhythmic call-and-response songs led by Drill Sergeants during marches and runs. An energetic and rhythmic cadence designed to keep soldiers motivated during marches. With chants of unity and readiness, it promotes teamwork and enthusiasm. Its repetitive structure and call-and-response style make it ideal for maintaining high energy during training. Lyrics One, two, three, four, Hey! Here we go x2 On the move x2 In the groove x2 Here we go All the way Every day HOOAH! HAHA! HOOAH! HAHA! Rock me, rock me, rock, rock steady! Roll me, roll me, roll me ready We’re gonna rock (Rock), All night long, We’re gonna roll (Roll) ‘til the break of dawn We’re gonna swing it (Swing it) ‘til we wanna go home We’re gonna shake it (Shake it) ‘til the twilight zone We’re gonna rock (rock), roll (roll), get (get), stay (stay) Related Products Quick View Signed Copies Cadences Vol. 1, 2, 3, & 4 Bundle (CDs) - AUTOGRAPHED Regular Price $64.99 Sale Price $59.99 Quick View "Fallen Soldiers" Blended T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Fallen Soldiers Merch Fallen Soldiers - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View JMF "Dad Hat" - Camo Pattern with JMF USA Flag Patch Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Gun/Bear Merch Right to "Bear" Arms - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View New Gun/Bear Merch 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 Quick View New Patriotic Merch "1776 Problems" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch “I Left My Home" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch “What a Way to Die" - 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 New Cadence Merch "Sound Off" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch "When My Granny Was 91" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Granny Merch "When My Granny Was 91" - JMF Hooded Sweatshirt Regular Price $59.99 Sale Price $54.99 Quick View New Merch "Stars Spangled and Enemies Mangled" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Quick View New Cadence Merch "When I Was 1" - Soft Blend Cotton T-Shirt - JMF Regular Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99 Listen to this cadence: Song Name: Rock Steady Album Name: Cadences Volume 3 by Jonathan Michael Fleming Ready x2 We are ready! I said, “We are ready, ready, ready!” Shake, rattle and roll everybody! I said, “Shake, rattle and roll everybody!” HOOAH! HAHA! HOOAH! HAHA! Here we go x4 Left, a right, a lay-o Left, a right, a lay-o The DI says a “lay-o” “At a double time!” I said, “ a left, right, a lay-o” A whole lotta lay-o The DI says “lay-o” “At a double time” 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