Soldier

Neil Young

About Soldier

"Soldier" is a song by Neil Young from the 1972 soundtrack album, Journey Through the Past. It was the only new track included on the album, and was later released on the 1977 compilation Decade, although it was slightly edited. The song observes how a soldier's eyes "shine like the sun." In the second verse, Young sings he does not believe Jesus because he "can't deliver right away".


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1972
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Soldier, your eyes, they shine like the sun
I wonder why.
Soldier, your eyes shine like the sun
I wonder why.

Jesus, I saw you walkin' on the river
I don't believe you.
You can't deliver right away
I wonder why.

Jesus, your eyes shine like the sun
I wonder why.

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Neil Young

Neil Percival Young,OC,OM (born November 12, 1945) is a Canadian singer-songwriter. more »

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Song Release
"Soldier" is a song by Canadian-American singer-songwriter Neil Young. It was released in December 1972 as a part of his album "Decade."
Album Details
This song belongs to an influential album "Decade", which is a triple compilation album that comprises songs from 1966 to 1976.
Recording Method
"Soldier" is a solo performance with Young at the piano. He recorded it directly on a simple portable recording device, a Revox A77.
Musical Style
The song continues Young's stylistic exploration of introspective, deeply personal songs characterized by poetic lyricism and stripped-down musicality.
Unique Sound
The song features a haunting keyboard melody that punctuates Young's emotional lyrics. The sound of crackling fire is audible in the background, adding an eerie ambiance to the track.
Technical Issues
Despite being released on an official album, the song has noticeable technical issues related to the recording process, demonstrating Young's preference for raw, imperfect sound.
Lyrics Interpretation
"Soldier" is an emotionally fraught song whose lyrics suggest themes of loss, sacrifice, and the function of memory.
Running Time
The song "Soldier" runs for a duration of approximately 2 minutes and 10 seconds.
Critical Response
Though the song is not as well-known as some of Young's other tracks, it is regarded as a passionate and sincere expression of his beliefs and is admired by many fans.
Legacy
As part of the "Decade" album, "Soldier" is part of Neil Young's legacy as one of the most influential songwriters and performers of his generation.

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