ABBA
- Soldiers Lyrics / with translationsSOLDIERS
Do I hear what I think I’m hearing?
Do I see the signs I think I see?
Or is this just a fantasy?
Is it true that the beast is waking
Stirring in his restless sleep tonight
In the pale moonlight
In the grip of this cold December
You and I have reason to remember
Soldiers write the songs that soldiers sing
The songs that you and I don’t sing
They blow their horns and march along
They drum their drums and look so strong
You’d think that nothing in the world was wrong
Soldiers write the songs that soldiers sing
The songs that you and I won’t sing
Let’s not look the other way
Taking a chance
’cause if the bugler starts to play
We too must dance
What’s that sound, what’s that dreadful rumble?
Won’t somebody tell me what I hear?
In the distance but drawing near
Is it only a storm approaching?
All that thunder and the blinding light
In the winter night
In the grip of this cold December
You and I have reason to remember
Soldiers write the songs that soldiers sing
The songs that you and I don’t sing
They blow their horns and march along
They drum their drums and look so strong
You’d think that nothing in the world was wrong
Soldiers write the songs that soldiers sing
The songs that you and I won’t sing
Let’s not look the other way
Taking a chance
’cause if the bugler starts to play
We too must dance
Soldiers write the songs that soldiers sing
The songs that you and I won’t sing
Let’s not look the other way
Taking a chance
’cause if the bugler starts to play
We too must dance
Do I hear what I think I’m hearing?
Do I see the signs I think I see?
Or is this just a fantasy?
Is it true that the beast is waking
Stirring in his restless sleep tonight
In the pale moonlight
In the grip of this cold December
You and I have reason to remember
Soldiers write the songs that soldiers sing
The songs that you and I don’t sing
They blow their horns and march along
They drum their drums and look so strong
You’d think that nothing in the world was wrong
Soldiers write the songs that soldiers sing
The songs that you and I won’t sing
Let’s not look the other way
Taking a chance
’cause if the bugler starts to play
We too must dance
What’s that sound, what’s that dreadful rumble?
Won’t somebody tell me what I hear?
In the distance but drawing near
All that thunder and the blinding light
In the winter night
In the grip of this cold December
You and I have reason to remember
Soldiers write the songs that soldiers sing
The songs that you and I don’t sing
They blow their horns and march along
They drum their drums and look so strong
You’d think that nothing in the world was wrong
Soldiers write the songs that soldiers sing
The songs that you and I won’t sing
Let’s not look the other way
Taking a chance
’cause if the bugler starts to play
We too must dance
Soldiers write the songs that soldiers sing
The songs that you and I won’t sing
Let’s not look the other way
Taking a chance
’cause if the bugler starts to play
We too must dance
Facts about Soldiers
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Soldiers is written by Benny Goran Bror Andersson, Bjoern K. Ulvaeus.
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It is first released on November 30, 1981 as part of Abba's album "The Visitors" which includes 13 tracks in total. This song is the 3rd track on this album.
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When we interpret the meaning being expressed, metaphorically speaking, the song 'Soldiers' by ABBA describes the societal pressure to be like everyone else and to obey the laws without asking why. Such a situation is compared to soldiers who are writing and singing songs and waiting for the others to join them. The song makes a very strong point about injustice, and the calling to 'dance' when the bugler plays is an indication of the need for action and standing up for what is right. The lyrics of Soldiers are mostly about reflection, social commentary, angst, nostalgia, and freedom. At the same time, the song goes on to affirm war and conflict, reflection and memory, and denial and awareness. The lyrics indicate that the songs deal with war and conflict, so they might not be appropriate for very young kids without supervision from their parents. In fact, while the lyrics do not contain any bad words or graphic descriptions, the topic matter might still need some parental guidance.
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Soldiers falls under the genre Pop.
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Soldiers song length is 4 minutes and 40 seconds.
Who wrote Soldiers lyrics?
Soldiers is written by Benny Goran Bror Andersson, Bjoern K. Ulvaeus.
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When was Soldiers released?
It is first released on November 30, 1981 as part of Abba's album "The Visitors" which includes 13 tracks in total. This song is the 3rd track on this album.
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What is the meaning behind Soldiers lyrics?
When we interpret the meaning being expressed, metaphorically speaking, the song 'Soldiers' by ABBA describes the societal pressure to be like everyone else and to obey the laws without asking why. Such a situation is compared to soldiers who are writing and singing songs and waiting for the others to join them. The song makes a very strong point about injustice, and the calling to 'dance' when the bugler plays is an indication of the need for action and standing up for what is right. The lyrics of Soldiers are mostly about reflection, social commentary, angst, nostalgia, and freedom. At the same time, the song goes on to affirm war and conflict, reflection and memory, and denial and awareness. The lyrics indicate that the songs deal with war and conflict, so they might not be appropriate for very young kids without supervision from their parents. In fact, while the lyrics do not contain any bad words or graphic descriptions, the topic matter might still need some parental guidance.
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Which genre is Soldiers?
Soldiers falls under the genre Pop.
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How long is the song Soldiers?
Soldiers song length is 4 minutes and 40 seconds.
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these lyrics are submitted by reason2smileSongwriter(s): Benny Goran Bror Andersson, Bjoern K. Ulvaeus
Record Label(s): 2001 Polar Music International AB
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