Soldier Boy
The Shirelles
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Soldier boy Oh, my little soldier boy I'll be true to you You were my first love And you'll be my last love I will never make you blue I'll be true to you In this whole world You can love but one girl Let me be that one girl For I'll be true to you Wherever you go My heart will follow I love you so I'll be true to you Take my love with you To any port or foreign shore Darling, you must feel for sure I'll be true to you Soldier boy Oh, my little soldier boy I'll be true to you
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Written by: FLORENCE GREEN, LUTHER DIXON
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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13 facts about this song
Song Creation"Soldier Boy" is a song written by Luther Dixon and Florence Greenberg. Dixon was a prolific songwriter, while Greenberg was the founder of Scepter Records.
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Release DateThe song was released in 1962, during the early years of American involvement in the Vietnam War.
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Chart Performance"Soldier Boy" topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart for three weeks. It retained its popularity throughout the years, being one of the Shirelles' highest-charting hits.
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Group IdentityThe Shirelles were one of the first popular girl groups and were the first to have a song reach number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, paving the way for later acts like The Supremes and The Ronettes.
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Album Inclusion"Soldier Boy" was included on the album "Baby It's You," which also featured other popular songs by The Shirelles.
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ThemeThe song's lyrics are a tender plea to a boyfriend who's gone off to war, reflecting the fears and sadness of many young women during this historical period.
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Cover Versions"Soldier Boy" has been covered by many artists over the years, including Elvis Presley and Sarah Vaughan, speaking to its enduring appeal.
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Cultural ImpactThe song has been featured in numerous films and television shows, including the popular series "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel."
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Song's MessageIn the lyrics, the singer pledges her unwavering fidelity to her "soldier boy," adding to the powerful emotions of love and loyalty prevalent in the song.
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Historic Element"Soldier Boy" was recorded when many young men were being drafted to fight in Vietnam, giving it a historical context.
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Pop CultureThis is the song that "American Bandstand" host Dick Clark announced was played at his wedding.
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PrestigeThe Shirelles, the group that brought "Soldier Boy" to life, are Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees.
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Fame and RecognitionIn 2004, Rolling Stone magazine ranked "Soldier Boy" as one of "The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time."
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