A Soldier's tribute: "I Won't Let My Guard Down"

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Darby Ledbetter stays true to his heart.

Soldier, singer, songwriter Darby Ledbetter proudly introduces his first country single, “I Won’t Let My Guard Down,” a song written by a Soldier—for all Soldiers.

A Warrant Officer with the Tennessee National Guard, Ledbetter wrote the song to honor the men and women who proudly serve their nation as Citizen–Soldiers. His soulful music tells the compelling story of these Soldiers, their Families and the commitment they make at home and abroad.

Before leaving his native Texas to pursue a music career in Nashville, Ledbetter served three tours in the Middle East. He knows the difference the Guard makes in people's lives, and hopes his song will show the faces of the Guard, and shine a light on these everyday heroes.

Learn more about Darby Ledbetter, and check out the video of “I Won’t Let My Guard Down.“