Toy Soldier
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Yeah, smash on the radio bet, I penned it!
Britney (break me off)
Oh, toy soldier
Oh, toy soldier
Oh, toy soldier
Oh, toy soldier

I'm out the door, it's automatic, simple babe
I'm like a fire, bottle busting in your face
So tired of you being up in my space
How much more could I take?
I'm tired of privates driving, need a general that ain’t weak

When I shut the door, leaving with my bag
Hit the scene in my new wagon
Bet he gonna wish he knew the type of fun I'm getting into
Peek-a-boo, he good, doing things you wish you could
He's not talking, he's just walking
Like them city boys from New York

This time I need a soldier, a really bad ass soldier
That know how to take, take care of me
I'm so damn glad that's over
This time I need a soldier, I'm sick of toy soldiers
A boy that knows how to take care of me
Won't be just coming over

I don't want no more (break me off)
Oh, toy soldier
I'm simply sick and tired of those
Oh, toy soldier
I don't want no more
Oh, toy soldier
I'm simply sick and tired of those

I want it more than ever now
I realized that they ain't listening
Like a princess supposed to get it
That's why I'm dusting off my fitted
Coming back looking delicious
Yes I know they want to kiss me
Now I hold them at attention
Cause new Britney's on a mission

When I shut the door, leaving with my bag
Hit the scene in my new wagon
Bet he gonna wish he knew the type of fun I'm getting into
Peek-a-boo, he good, doing things you wish you could
He's not talking, he's just walking
Like them city boys from New York

This time I need a soldier, a really bad ass soldier
That know how to take, take care of me
I'm so damn glad that's over
This time I need a soldier, I'm sick of toy soldiers
A boy that knows how to take care of me
Won't be just coming over

Brit, I heard that he was saying he's still in love with you, and
Brit, I heard he said he could stay if he wanted to, and
Brit, I heard every man out here is wanting you now
Brit, I heard, I heard, what you gonna do now?

This time I need a soldier, a really bad ass soldier
That know how to take, take care of me
I'm so damn glad that's over
This time I need a soldier, I'm sick of toy soldiers
A boy that knows how to take care of me
Won't be just coming over

(I need, I'm so sick of toy soldiers)
A boy that knows how to take care of me
Won't be just coming over
Coming over
Coming over
(I need, I'm so sick of toy soldiers)




A boy that knows how to take care of me
Won't be just coming over

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Britney Spears' song "Toy Soldier" describe a woman who is tired of being with men who are immature and unreliable. She wants a strong, powerful man who is capable of taking care of her and being there for her. She compares the men she has been with to "toy soldiers," suggesting that they are childish and not able to meet her needs. She is ready to move on and find someone who is more dependable and can truly be there for her.


The lyrics paint a picture of Britney taking charge of her life and making the decision to leave behind the men who have been holding her back. She is determined to find someone who is worthy of her love and attention. She is confident and knows what she wants, declaring that she is "so damn glad that's over." The chorus is repeated several times throughout the song, emphasizing the idea that she is ready for a change and wants a real, strong soldier in her life.


Overall, the lyrics to "Toy Soldier" suggest that Britney is ready to move on from the men who have been treating her as a plaything and find someone who can truly step up and be the man she deserves. It is a powerful anthem about taking control of one's life and not settling for less than what one deserves.


Line by Line Meaning

Yeah, smash on the radio bet, I penned it!
I wrote this awesome song and now it's playing on the radio!


I'm out the door, it's automatic, simple babe
I'm leaving and it's easy, no need to make a fuss about it


I'm like a fire, bottle busting in your face
I'm explosive and I won't put up with any more nonsense


So tired of you being up in my space
I'm sick of you invading my personal space and not giving me any breathing room


How much more could I take?
I can't deal with this situation anymore, it's too much to handle


I'm tired of privates driving, need a general that ain't weak
I'm tired of dating guys who are inexperienced and not strong enough to handle me


This time I need a soldier, a really bad ass soldier
I want a man who is tough and can take care of me


That know how to take, take care of me
I want a man who knows how to treat me right and make me feel protected


I'm so damn glad that's over
I'm relieved that I'm done with dating weak guys who don't know how to take care of me


I don't want no more (break me off)
I don't want to deal with any more guys who can't handle me


I realized that they ain't listening
I've come to the realization that guys aren't paying attention to me and what I need


Like a princess supposed to get it
As a woman, I deserve to be treated like a princess and have a man who can take care of me


That's why I'm dusting off my fitted
I'm putting in some effort to look my best and show guys what they're missing out on


Bet he gonna wish he knew the type of fun I'm getting into
I'm going to have so much fun that any guy who passes me up will regret it


Peek-a-boo, he good, doing things you wish you could
I'm succeeding and doing things that others wish they could do


He's not talking, he's just walking
Guys can talk all they want but actions speak louder than words


Like them city boys from New York
I'm looking for a guy who can handle me like the tough guys from New York City


Brit, I heard that he was saying he's still in love with you, and
People are spreading rumors that my ex still has feelings for me


Brit, I heard he said he could stay if he wanted to, and
People are saying that my ex thinks he still has a shot with me


Brit, I heard every man out here is wanting you now
People are talking about how desirable I am and how many guys are interested in me


This time I need a soldier, I'm sick of toy soldiers
I'm done with weak guys who can't handle me and I need a man who can


A boy that knows how to take care of me
I need a man who knows how to make me feel safe and secure


Won't be just coming over
I want a man who is committed and won't just come by for a quick visit


(I need, I'm so sick of toy soldiers)
I'm tired of dating weak men who can't handle me


Coming over
I'm looking forward to meeting a new man who can handle me




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: CHRISTIAN KARLSSON, PONTUS WINNBERG, SEAN GARRETT, MAGNUS WALLBERT

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@wilsonsilva667

(Step by step
Heart to heart
Left, right, left
We all fall down
Like toy soldiers)

It wasn't my intention to mislead you
It never should have been this way
What can I say
It's true, I did extend the invitation
I never knew how long you'd stay

When you hear temptation call
It's your heart that takes, takes the fall
(Won't you come out and play with me)

(Chorus)
Step by step
Heart to heart
Left, right, left
We all fall down
Like toy soldiers
Bit by bit
Torn apart
We never win
But the battle wages on
For Toy soldiers

It's getting hard to wake up in the morning
My head is spinning constantly
How can it be?
How could I be so blind to this addiction?
If I don't stop, the next one's gonna be me

Only emptiness remains
It replaces all, all the pain
(Won't you come out and play with me)

(Chorus)
Step by step
Heart to heart
Left, right, left
We all fall down
Like toy soldiers
Bit by bit
Torn apart
We never win
But the battle wages on
For Toy soldiers

Only emptiness remains
It replaces all, all the pain
(Won't you come out and play with me)

(Chorus) (2x)
Step by step
Heart to heart
Left, right, left
We all fall down
Like toy soldiers
Bit by bit
Torn apart
We never win
But the battle wages on
For Toy soldiers



All comments from YouTube:

@RickyBobby585

Who's listening In 2024?

@blindg7092

I am waiting for the Sonata Arctica cover.

@natybravo6991

Acá desde Buenos Aires, Argentina!!!

@user-du6ur2ot5n

❤❤

@denonhall8723

🙋🏽‍♂️

@TheJeremyrjones

@@blindg7092 Just listened to it myself and came here to listen to the original again. I remember when it was new!

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@ejones9924

53 years old black male and i freaking loved this song. It took me back in another place in the 80's when i enjoyed Neverending Story, Dark Crystal, and other 80's fantasy moments. I wish i can go back and stay in the 80's forever!

@jaecalderon260

You lived it 👏🏻 I was born 83 and I was raised on these song thanks to my mom pops was a rock kinda guy

@charleslarkin5873

Sir, I appreciate your thoughts but please understand that the only constant in life is CHANGE. We must embrace this. We all must progress with it.

@RickyBobby585

💯💯💯

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