Craig Morgan believes that serving in the military comes more naturally to him than achieving fame in country music: "It's in my DNA."

Craig Morgan reveals that, despite his achievements, he feels more comfortable in the military than in the country music industry.

The singer-songwriter joined the United States Army in 1989 and served almost 10 years of active duty in the 101st and 82nd Airborne Divisions. After his music career began to take off, he continued to serve in the reserves for another seven and a half years before fully committing to music.

Despite leaving the military, Morgan remained committed to helping others and in 2017, he traveled to Thailand with Exodus Road to rescue children from human trafficking. In July 2023, at the age of 59, he decided to rejoin the Army Reserve.

He told Planet Chronicle Digital that he finds it more natural to be a country music singer than anything else.

Morgan stated, "I've been working on transitioning from the United States Army to the music industry, and I'm still in the process."

""It's in my DNA to help others, and doing so comes naturally to me," he stated."

"Morgan stated, "I'm not boasting about it, but that's just who I am. I can't pass by a burning house without stopping to help. It's in my nature. It's part of my genetic makeup. And it will always remain that way. Doing those things satisfies that part of me. I believe it's crucial that we nurture it. Otherwise, it will wither away.""

Craig Morgan describes his re-enlistment in the Army Reserve as an 'emotional experience'.

In July, Morgan was once again inducted into the Army Reserve at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Tennessee, surrounded by a packed audience. During an interview with Planet Chronicle Digital, he expressed that rejoining the Army Reserve was a deeply emotional experience.

""In my early life, I spent 17 and a half years in the Army, which has had a significant impact on who I am, my family, and the values we hold dear, including our love for our country and our passion for the freedoms we cherish in this nation," Morgan stated."

To return and rekindle the passion that made me a part of the greatest individuals in our country, it was an emotional experience.

"I am thrilled, honored, humbled, and grateful to have the opportunity to do it again and inspire others in our country to participate in what I believe to be the greatest nation in the world."

Craig Morgan stated that being part of the military is more natural to him than being a country music artist.

In the Army and Army Reserve, Morgan held the positions of staff sergeant and fire support specialist. He earned certifications in airborne, air assault, and rappel master.

Morgan has earned both the Army's Outstanding Civilian Service Medal and the USO Merit Award, in addition to working with the USO.

After returning to the reserves, Morgan was initially a staff sergeant before being promoted to warrant officer in February.

Before celebrating Memorial Day, Morgan pondered on the significance of the holiday to him. Additionally, he highlighted the differences between the two holidays honoring military personnel, their contributions, and their losses.

"It's crucial to comprehend the distinction between Memorial Day and Veterans Day, as well as other holidays that commemorate our American existence," he stated. "Memorial Day is a day to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice."

"He continued, "I'm a veteran. There's no need to thank me on Memorial Day. Instead, remember and honor those who gave their lives in Panama, Desert Storm, Desert Shield, Iraq, and Afghanistan.""

""Memorial Day is a day to remember and celebrate the lives of those who made sacrifices for us, allowing us to enjoy the holiday and our daily lives," Morgan stated."

The singer emphasized the significance of adhering to his personal values and those that underpin the nation in his daily life.

Craig Morgan's updated paperback version of his memoir, 'God, Family, Country,' is now available to watch.

"It's hard to comprehend how people can live without values," he remarked. "I understand it because I see it on TV, but it's still baffling. I think a lot of it comes down to a lack of education."

"Morgan clarified, "I'm not implying anyone is stupid, I'm merely pointing out the existence of ignorance in our society, particularly in the United States, where people often fail to comprehend the significance of the freedoms we celebrate. This, in my opinion, stems from my experiences in countries that do not share our same freedoms.""

"I've been honored and privileged, mainly due to my time in the US Army. Now, I can truthfully say that my experiences in the music industry have given me a unique perspective on how fortunate we are in this country."

This month, Morgan released an updated version of his 2022 memoir, "God, Family, Country," in which he shared intimate details of his life's journey, including his childhood years in Tennessee, his time in the military, his rise to fame in the world of country music, and the tragic loss of his son Jerry, who died in a water accident at the age of 19 in 2016.

In his interview with Planet Chronicle Digital, Morgan stated that he aimed to include all aspects of his life in "God, Family, Country," rather than focusing on a particular experience.

"Morgan's goal was to demonstrate that people can overcome adversities in their lives, regardless of where they may be, through faith, family, and love."

He admitted that for a long time, he believed the country music industry was not the right fit for him.

"I am passionate about law enforcement and saving lives. This is my natural calling. However, every time I thought I would pursue this in a different way, God intervened in the industry to keep me here."

"I recognized that the influence I can have on society, others, my family, and all else is where God intends me to be, and that's here. Through music and this book, I hope to inspire others to pursue their passions."

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Morgan has continued touring and releasing new music while serving in the Army Reserve. In October, he released a six-song EP "Enlisted," which featured Trace Adkins, Luke Combs, Gary LeVox, Jelly Roll, Blake Shelton, and Lainey Wilson.

Morgan is currently on his global Redneck Yacht Club Tour and is still promoting the new edition of "God, Family, Country."

"I didn't realize the cover had been changed when the paperback was released," he said with a laugh. "Being my first book, I wasn't fully aware of the changes. However, I must admit, this version feels like it's my life story. I never thought I would write a book, let alone one that represents my life journey."

Morgan shared, "Throughout my career in the music industry, I was encouraged by friends, management, and others to write down and share my stories from my military life forward, with everyone saying, 'You really should share this.'"

"It's true. It's amusing how I didn't realize the extent of my accomplishments until I began writing the book with Jim DeFelice. I had always viewed my life as typical and not particularly remarkable."

He chuckled and said, "I believed everyone did what I was doing."