Motivational Speaker Derek Clark's Military Tribute Song "Goodnight Soldier"

I know that there are a lot of former Foster Youth that have joined the military and this song is my prayer for all. I have been so touched by these courageous men and women that I had to write a song about my feelings. In the middle of the night and in a moment of tearful reflection, I couldnt help but think, what if one of those soldiers were my Son, my Daughter, my Brother, my Sister or my Mom or my Dad?

My heart is full of gratitude for all of the relatives of soldiers that are fighting for my freedom and protection. This song reflects my appreciation for this great country that I live in and the sacrifices of past and present Soldiers which have allowed me the Freedom and Liberty that I enjoy everyday. Their courage cannot be matched. Their Loyalty to Protect our Country is amazing. They fight to protect the Freedoms of Americans they have never met. Many have fallen along this journey; they are the Heroes that are engraved in my soul. It is in pure humility that I salute them.

I wrote this song in the middle of the night and never thought it would ever have this much success and touch so many. I have sang this song to thousands of people from Military, Gold Star Parents, Veterans, Big Harley Davidson Rides and Civilians.

When I wrote this song, the term Soldier was intended for ALL Armed Forces. I wanted to show my appreciation to the United States Military for defending our Beautiful Country. One Nation, One Team.
-Derek Clark
www.GoodnightSoldier.com

P.S. The angelic voices that are singing with me are the lovely Miss Erica Dement as well as two of my sons ages 3 and 5.

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[nicksarmymom1]

This song means ALOT to me. My son, Sgt. Nicholas Ray Gibbs, was killed in action in Ar Ramadi, Iraq on December 6, 2006. It still seems as though it was just yesterday. Both of my parents are still alive and I had to bury my ONLY son, my best friend, my rock, the ONLY constant in my life. I will take this with me to my grave. RIP my #1 son, Sgt. Nicholas Ray Gibbs!!!!

[GNSDC06]

@nicksarmymom1 Thank you for your heartfelt comment! I am very sorry to hear about your loss. Your Son,Sgt Nicholas Ray Gibbs is a Hero! God Bless you and your family. I will never forget his and your sacrifice.

[armyguysgirl]

This is one of the most beautiful songs it bought me to tears ..im an australian married to a US Marine on his 6th tour in the ghan i am so very proud of him and all fighting for the good god bless you all.A few months ago we were blessed with twins a boy and a girl who we will tell of all the heros who given all for your beautiful country i am so honoured your country has taken me to heart .Thankyou...God bless you all and your familes

[GNSDC06]

@armyguysgirl

Thank you for your gracious words! God Bless You and Your wonderful family! Your husband is a hero. Please feel free to find me on Facebook at Derek Clark and recommend me to others.

Take care,

Derek

[1958darbt]

This is the most amazing song and best tribute to Our Soldiers and their families. As a mother of two sons serving I thank you with all my heart!

[GNSDC06]

@1958darbt Thank you for your wonderful comment. You are an exceptional mother to raise 2 heroes. May God Bless you and your family and our troops.

[Zaindunior]

I am a Pakistani national but believe me i really appreciate the great efforts of great USA soldiers.Same like these heroes of USA i have my heroes fighting here against terrorism.Like this and prove every extremist that racism is no more a border between us :) Comeback home every hero of this world

[icpman16]

to all soldiers there are a few million people who will help u in times of need so stay strong from cuz of an American soldier.

[1111124218]

i have tons of respect for people in the military because most of my family is in the military and i wana go in and live up to there legacy and also because i want to be remember be doing something nobody would dear to to do

[bradyxxballer]

people think when they go off to boot camp that war is like in the video games and movies. Let me tell you, its nothing like that so when you arrive to Fort Jackson/ Parris Island/ Camp Pendleton/ wherever you better be ready for the toughest and most challenging months of your life. Its the mental part thats the hardest, being away from your family, kids. Being shot at makes you realize how close you are to never seeing them again. Its gut wrenching work, its worse than what the recruiters say.

[watchout218]

@nicksarmymom1 I am very sorry for your loss

[harnessedhorse]

@nicksarmymom1 its okay he fought what he belived in he died fighting for this country

[john255255]

this so sad bring back the day i had to lay to rest my wife and my friend and the mother to my two girls. this meens alot to me thx. LT jeremy olson

[adamsloyalwife06]

these words touch my heart very deeply. I am honored to be the wife of a disabled Operation Iraqi Freedom Veteran. It is nice when people are able to place words to the feelings that many of us feel. In my case my husband has been home for 5years 19days from Iraq but due to his severe PTSD I still haven't gotten my husband back. Thank you Sir!