Soldiers

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About Soldiers

"Soldiers" is an ABBA song, released on their 1981 album The Visitors. Its working title was "Peasants". Recording began on October 15th 1981.


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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

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ABBA

ABBA was a Swedish pop group formed in Stockholm in 1972, comprising Agnetha Fältskog, Benny Andersson, Björn Ulvaeus and Anni-Frid Lyngstad. ABBA is an acronym of the first letters of the band members' first names and is sometimes stylized as the registered trademark ᗅᗺᗷᗅ. They became one of the most commercially successful acts in the history of pop music, topping the charts worldwide from 1972 to 1982. They are also known for winning the 1974 Eurovision Song Contest, giving Sweden its first victory in the history of the contest and being the most successful group ever to take part in the contest. more »

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Written by: BENNY GORAN BROR ANDERSSON, BJOERN K. ULVAEUS

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13 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Soldiers" is categorized as pop music, and more specifically, Europop. ABBA is known for their significant contribution to this genre.
Album Information
The song "Soldiers" was included in ABBA's eighth studio album, "The Visitors", which was released on November 30, 1981.
Songwriters Details
This song was written by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus, who were both members of ABBA.
Critical Appraisal
"Soldiers" garnered praise for its haunting melody and the heavy, topical subject matter.
Anti-war Theme
The lyrics of the song deal with the theme of propaganda and the dangers of falling into the militant mindset. It can be seen as an anti-war song.
Less Commercial Success
Unlike many other ABBA songs, Soldiers was not released as a single and didn't achieve individual commercial success.
Unique Production
"Soldiers" is described as one of ABBA's most uniquely produced songs, with a march-like beat and orchestral elements.
Female Vocals
The vocals were provided by Agnetha Fältskog and Anni-Frid Lyngstad, the female members of ABBA.
Fan Reaction
Many ABBA fans appreciate this song for its departure from the group's typically upbeat sound, instead offering a more reflective and serious tone.
Live Performance
Despite its popularity among fans, "Soldiers" was not often performed live by ABBA during their active years.
Inspirations
The songwriters were influenced by political events happening around the time of its composition, particularly the ongoing Cold War.
Symbolic Use
The song has been used symbolically in various occasions to question the machinery of war and the lives of soldiers.
Anni-Frid's Favorite
Anni-Frid Lyngstad has mentioned in interviews that "Soldiers" is one of her favorite songs from the album "The Visitors".

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