Russians
Sting
Sting
STING
- Russians LyricsIn Europe and America, there's a growing feeling of hysteria
Conditioned to respond to all the threats
In the rhetorical speeches of the Soviets
Mr. Khrushchev said we will bury you
I don't subscribe to this point of view
It would be such an ignorant thing to do
If the Russians love their children too
How can I save my little boy from Oppenheimer's deadly toy
There is no monopoly in common sense
On either side of the political fence
We share the same biology
Regardless of ideology
Believe me when I say to you
I hope the Russians love their children too
There is no historical precedent
To put the words in the mouth of the President
There's no such thing as a winnable war
It's a lie that we don't believe anymore
Mr. Reagan says we will protect you
I don't subscribe to this point of view
Believe me when I say to you
I hope the Russians love their children too
We share the same biology
Regardless of ideology
What might save us, me, and you
Is that the Russians love their children too
Conditioned to respond to all the threats
In the rhetorical speeches of the Soviets
Mr. Khrushchev said we will bury you
I don't subscribe to this point of view
It would be such an ignorant thing to do
If the Russians love their children too
How can I save my little boy from Oppenheimer's deadly toy
There is no monopoly in common sense
On either side of the political fence
We share the same biology
Regardless of ideology
Believe me when I say to you
There is no historical precedent
To put the words in the mouth of the President
There's no such thing as a winnable war
It's a lie that we don't believe anymore
Mr. Reagan says we will protect you
I don't subscribe to this point of view
Believe me when I say to you
I hope the Russians love their children too
We share the same biology
Regardless of ideology
What might save us, me, and you
Is that the Russians love their children too
Facts about Russians
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Russians is written by Serge Prokofieff, Gordon Matthew Sumner.
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It is first released on June 01, 1985 as part of Sting's album "The Dream of the Blue Turtles" which includes 10 tracks in total. This song is the 2nd track on this album.
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When we explore how the lyrics were meant to make us feel, the 'Russians' song by Sting is about the fear and tension of the Cold War era, and he even goes as far as to say that the world would be a better place if all the different ideologies and governments were to coexist. Sting is sincerely perplexed about the possible outcome if nuclear bombs were to be used and the world comes to an end. However, he also looks at it from a positive side and points out the global need for peace. He even goes a step further to say that all parents around the world, including the ones in Russia, wish for absolutely nothing but a safe world for their children. The lyrics of Russians depict social commentary, love, hope, reflection, and angst mostly. The song is not only about nuclear threat and war but also about human beings; it uses political rhetoric and skepticism. The lyrics herald a combined world of political tension and war that may not be very appropriate for young children without the supervision of their parents. Yet, there is no language, violence, or adult material that would make it necessary to elevate its rating.
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Russians falls under the genre Rock.
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Russians song length is 3 minutes and 58 seconds.
Who wrote Russians lyrics?
Russians is written by Serge Prokofieff, Gordon Matthew Sumner.
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When was Russians released?
It is first released on June 01, 1985 as part of Sting's album "The Dream of the Blue Turtles" which includes 10 tracks in total. This song is the 2nd track on this album.
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What is the meaning behind Russians lyrics?
When we explore how the lyrics were meant to make us feel, the 'Russians' song by Sting is about the fear and tension of the Cold War era, and he even goes as far as to say that the world would be a better place if all the different ideologies and governments were to coexist. Sting is sincerely perplexed about the possible outcome if nuclear bombs were to be used and the world comes to an end. However, he also looks at it from a positive side and points out the global need for peace. He even goes a step further to say that all parents around the world, including the ones in Russia, wish for absolutely nothing but a safe world for their children. The lyrics of Russians depict social commentary, love, hope, reflection, and angst mostly. The song is not only about nuclear threat and war but also about human beings; it uses political rhetoric and skepticism. The lyrics herald a combined world of political tension and war that may not be very appropriate for young children without the supervision of their parents. Yet, there is no language, violence, or adult material that would make it necessary to elevate its rating.
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Which genre is Russians?
Russians falls under the genre Rock.
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How long is the song Russians?
Russians song length is 3 minutes and 58 seconds.
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Songwriter(s): Serge Prokofieff, Gordon Matthew Sumner
Record Label(s): 1985 UMG Recordings, Inc
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Facenorth March 1, 2012-19:04
Despite being british Sting expresses his concern and knowledge during the Cold War very well.Love this song
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Despite being british Sting expresses his concern and knowledge during the Cold War very well.Love this song
Anna April 5, 2011-14:53
Believe, Russians do Love their children)I have the right to say so, as I am a Russian. And I fully agree with the lyrics. There is still a belief, that all the russians are communist lunatics...Lies.
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Believe, Russians do Love their children)I have the right to say so, as I am a Russian. And I fully agree with the lyrics. There is still a belief, that all the russians are communist lunatics...Lies.
Bob January 17, 2011-15:22
My favourite lyrics. I think the negative comments of people who probably think this song is accusing them or their ideology are very foolish since this song is, I quote, Regardless of ideology!
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My favourite lyrics. I think the negative comments of people who probably think this song is accusing them or their ideology are very foolish since this song is, I quote, Regardless of ideology!
Sérgio Resende October 8, 2010-9:30
When he says: Believe me... I hope the Russians love their children too... it's about the communist ideology and the mindset that the evolution of humankind is and can be achieved fast by communism!
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When he says: Believe me... I hope the Russians love their children too... it's about the communist ideology and the mindset that the evolution of humankind is and can be achieved fast by communism!
EllaChild August 2, 2010-21:50
I'm old enough to remember the Cold War and that is what this song is about. The names Reagan and Krushchev are a dead give-away. This song is intelligent in a very beautiful way. Thank you Sting.
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I'm old enough to remember the Cold War and that is what this song is about. The names Reagan and Krushchev are a dead give-away. This song is intelligent in a very beautiful way. Thank you Sting.
sophie May 22, 2010-3:40
smart STRONG MINDED lyrics! Critics- did you READ it? I mean come on homerjojo, britney is not a very clever pop star. but Sting? get a brain cell
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smart STRONG MINDED lyrics! Critics- did you READ it? I mean come on homerjojo, britney is not a very clever pop star. but Sting? get a brain cell
remie May 19, 2010-15:38
i agree with ilikefun wow i must say you guys are fools cause if the russians loved their children then they wouldnt try & start a nuclear war thats what the song is talking about look up your history
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i agree with ilikefun wow i must say you guys are fools cause if the russians loved their children then they wouldnt try & start a nuclear war thats what the song is talking about look up your history
Alien2 March 28, 2010-7:25
As far as I understand this song doesn't preach for racism. It's criticizing nationalism and saying that we should not beat ourselves over a skin color, language or religion... we are all human being.
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As far as I understand this song doesn't preach for racism. It's criticizing nationalism and saying that we should not beat ourselves over a skin color, language or religion... we are all human being.
Dr. Strangelove February 9, 2010-14:11
I wouldn't say, this is racist, it is against both sides, and I think the most important Line describes intelligently a very strange felling of threat, which we simply can't understand today anymore
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I wouldn't say, this is racist, it is against both sides, and I think the most important Line describes intelligently a very strange felling of threat, which we simply can't understand today anymore
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It's December 2018. This song has a great deal of meaning to me right now. I'm 72 years old. I have revisited many of Stings songs in the last few years. He is a true artist.