Discover the story of the song > Paint My Face – The Devil Makes Three

The protagonist is asking his partner to paint his face and take his hand, telling her not to be afraid since one day they both will go to war. He assures her that he will be watching over her even if he falls in battle and urges her not to fear death. The song ends with the protagonist comparing himself to a falling stone and repeating the chorus's message of not fearing death in the face of war.