Soldiers
ABBA
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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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Written by: BENNY GORAN BROR ANDERSSON, BJOERN K. ULVAEUS
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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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.
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Album InformationThe song "Soldiers" was included in ABBA's eighth studio album, "The Visitors", which was released on November 30, 1981.
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Songwriters DetailsThis song was written by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus, who were both members of ABBA.
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Critical Appraisal"Soldiers" garnered praise for its haunting melody and the heavy, topical subject matter.
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Anti-war ThemeThe 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.
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Less Commercial SuccessUnlike many other ABBA songs, Soldiers was not released as a single and didn't achieve individual commercial success.
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Unique Production"Soldiers" is described as one of ABBA's most uniquely produced songs, with a march-like beat and orchestral elements.
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Female VocalsThe vocals were provided by Agnetha Fältskog and Anni-Frid Lyngstad, the female members of ABBA.
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Fan ReactionMany ABBA fans appreciate this song for its departure from the group's typically upbeat sound, instead offering a more reflective and serious tone.
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Live PerformanceDespite its popularity among fans, "Soldiers" was not often performed live by ABBA during their active years.
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InspirationsThe songwriters were influenced by political events happening around the time of its composition, particularly the ongoing Cold War.
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Symbolic UseThe song has been used symbolically in various occasions to question the machinery of war and the lives of soldiers.
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Anni-Frid's FavoriteAnni-Frid Lyngstad has mentioned in interviews that "Soldiers" is one of her favorite songs from the album "The Visitors".
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