Soldier
Neil Young
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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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10 facts about this song
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."
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Album DetailsThis song belongs to an influential album "Decade", which is a triple compilation album that comprises songs from 1966 to 1976.
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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.
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Musical StyleThe song continues Young's stylistic exploration of introspective, deeply personal songs characterized by poetic lyricism and stripped-down musicality.
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Unique SoundThe 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.
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Technical IssuesDespite 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.
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Lyrics Interpretation"Soldier" is an emotionally fraught song whose lyrics suggest themes of loss, sacrifice, and the function of memory.
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Running TimeThe song "Soldier" runs for a duration of approximately 2 minutes and 10 seconds.
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Critical ResponseThough 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.
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LegacyAs 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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