Distinctions of courage, only cowards sing at night Human blood sure affirms we are noble by our suffering I don't believe in exceptionalism I still have hope for the future Come back home, Johnny Come back home, Johnny Come back home from being numb Without resolve you are self-assured With eager anticipation you are ready for war Faith in your fathers and in the family I hold no regard, I am unapologetic Come back home, Johnny Come back home, Johnny Come back home from being numb Your war is over Your war is over Your war is over, Johnny