Lyric discussion by krisg 

Cover art for Soldier On lyrics by Temper Trap, The

well this side of mortality is scaring me to death

he's afraid of death. someone close to him dying. that's how i understood it. he wants to be some what immortal. he & the one he loves.

i cant understand what Keep your heart close to the ground.. means though.. if anyone could explain that to me :) i'd appreciate much