MARTIKA

- Toy Soldiers Lyrics

Songwriters: Marrero, Marta; Jay, Michael;

Step by step
Heart to heart
Left, right, left
We all fall down
Like toy soldiers

It wasn't my intention to mislead you
It never should have been this way
What can I say
It's true, I did extend the invitation
I never knew how long you'd stay

When you hear temptation call
It's your heart that takes, takes the fall
Won't you come out and play with me

Step by step
Heart to heart
Left, right, left
We all fall down
Like toy soldiers

Bit by bit
Torn apart
We never win
But the battle wages on
For toy soldiers

It's getting hard to wake up in the morning
My head is spinning constantly
How can it be?
How could I be so blind to this addiction?
If I don't stop, the next one's gonna be me
Only emptiness remains
It replaces all, all the pain
Won't you come out and play with me

Step by step
Heart to heart
Left, right, left
We all fall down
Like toy soldiers

Bit by bit
Torn apart
We never win
But the battle wages on
For toy soldiers

We never win

Only emptiness remains
It replaces all, all the pain
Won't you come out and play with me

Step by step
Heart to heart
Left, right, left
We all fall down
Like toy soldiers

Bit by bit
Torn apart
We never win
But the battle wages on
For toy soldiers

Step by step
Heart to heart
Left, right, left
We all fall down
Like toy soldiers

Bit by bit
Torn apart
We never win
But the battle wages on
For toy soldiers

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Facts about Toy Soldiers

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Who wrote Toy Soldiers lyrics?


Toy Soldiers is written by Michael Jay, Martika.
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When was Toy Soldiers released?


It is first released in 1988 as part of Martika's album "Martika" which includes 10 tracks in total. This song is the 3rd track on this album.
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What is the meaning behind Toy Soldiers lyrics?


When we dive into the story the lyrics are telling, Martika's 'Toy Soldiers' is a song that employs the metaphor of toy soldiers to illustrate a destructive relationship where the protagonist feels confined and shredded. The words depict the battle of attempting to liberate oneself from the toxic loop of addiction and heartbreak, underlining the repetitive aspect of the fights in such partnerships. The toy soldiers lyrics mainly highlight despair, heartbreak, angst, love, and reflection. Besides, the song also portrays the struggle and addiction, loss and emptiness, and the inevitability of failure. The lyrics present themes of struggle and addiction, which might not be appropriate for younger children. Even though there is no vulgar language or visual content, the emotional heaviness of the themes implies that parental accompaniment would be wise.
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Which genre is Toy Soldiers?


Toy Soldiers falls under the genre Pop.
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How long is the song Toy Soldiers?


Toy Soldiers song length is 4 minutes and 47 seconds.
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Songwriter(s): Michael Jay, Martika
Record Label(s): 1988 Sony Music Entertainment Inc
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Meaning to "Toy Soldiers" song lyrics

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H.D. November 12, 2012-1:34
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Those of you saying this song is about child abuse is wrong as well as those saying its about HER drug addiction. It IS about drugs but not Vida doing drugs. She's lost friends to drugs so she wrote the song. Those asking about her, she's kicked off a new tour MIRROR BALL TOUR & it's worldwide.
blue878 November 11, 2012-11:12
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It's creepy but true. The more a realistic person can be, and the more self aware .... the better chance to overcome.
Belal June 6, 2012-5:33
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A beautiful song just reminding my childhood when I used to listen to this song every now and then in the radio.Is there any new release from Martika?
Amy Brown April 23, 2012-14:37
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This song is so beautiful and speaks to my soul. It's about an addiction. I myself have a drug problem but songs like this make me want to change
Rae Rae October 13, 2011-13:38
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I wish they would play this song more often today. There are so many addicts out there that need desparate help. It's a tragedy. Admitting you have a problem is the 1st step & she portrays that!
Myself October 2, 2011-0:05
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I used to hear this song all the tiime on the radio, specially when I was a child and I never knew the real meaning of this song until today. It's harder than I suposed, but still being very good song
chiffarri August 16, 2011-18:05
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I love this song and Martika has a beautiful voice and She did write this song for a friend of her that will a drug addict for anyone who thinks that this song suck Just Go To HELL Rock on Martika
Deina October 18, 2010-21:27
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Martika claimed that the inspiration for the song came from a friend who was battling cocaine addiction at the time.
XO July 15, 2010-16:52
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It doesnt matter who sang it, both versions seem like they are different situations. Either way the songs are both amazing. Especially this one.
Graham July 4, 2010-17:59
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Original is usually best. This was way out on top way before Eminem. Brilliant then and still is today.
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