During the arduous march Kim Jong Il, responsible for the destiny of the nation, made uninterrupted field guidance tours for the prosperity of the country and the happiness of the people.

After the demise of President Kim Il Sung, the news items about Kim Jong Il's revolutionary activities reached about 1 700.

He provided field guidance to all parts of the country and inspected many army units.

The song reflects the history of his Songun (military-first) leadership in the rigorous period.

One day Kim Jong Il, recollecting the period, said that the song was very good and that it fully contained his feelings.

The Korean people are determined to remain faithful to the leadership of the dear respected Kim Jong Un carrying forward Kim Jong Il's revolutionary cause.