Soldier
Iskwe Lyrics
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when you try to call her, will she be around?
the land is flat, it's not like home
the stereo crackles when it gets 4 below
CHORUS:
soldier, soldier
you've been there so long, yeah, you gotta be strong
the rocking horse, the gleaming sand
the harvest's here, we fight the land
will you see her again, with the money in your hand?
CHORUS
Bridge
On better things, your heart is hung
On better things, your heart is hung
On better things
CHORUS
In Iskwe's song Soldier, she speaks to the struggles and hardships that come with being a soldier or a military personnel. The lyrics speak to feeling distant from home and loved ones, with lines like "the land is flat, it's not like home" and questioning whether or not a loved one will be there when they try to reach out. The song acknowledges the difficulty of being in a place that is foreign and uncomfortable, as referenced in the line "the stereo crackles when it gets 4 below."
The chorus of the song, "Soldier, soldier, you've been there so long, yeah, you gotta be strong" speaks to the perseverance and strength required to maintain the soldier's position in spite of the many challenges they face. The lyrics speak to not only the emotional challenges, but also the physical challenges, with mentions of "the rocking horse, the gleaming sand" and "the thirsty bird that only drinks the colour black." The song speaks to the soldier's commitment and willingness to fight for their country, even when the land may not be kind to them.
In the bridge, the lyrics change slightly, referencing that the soldier's heart is set on "better things." This line speaks to the hope and optimism that many soldiers may carry with them, even in difficult times. The song concludes with the chorus once again, reminding the soldier to be strong as they continue their journey.
Line by Line Meaning
The changing time, can get you down
The passage of time can be disheartening and cause one to feel blue.
When you try to call her, will she be around?
Uncertainty arises as to whether she will still be present and available when one reaches out to her.
The land is flat, it's not like home
The landscape appears mundane and lacks the familiarity and comfort of home.
The stereo crackles when it gets 4 below
The radio emits static and interference due to the cold temperatures.
Soldier, soldier, you've been there so long, yeah, you gotta be strong
The prolonged adversity has made one a soldier of perseverance and one must maintain strength to continue forward.
The rocking horse, the gleaming sand
Symbols of childhood innocence contrast with the stark reality of the present.
The thirsty bird that only drinks the colour black
A sense of unease arises as a bird consumes the darkness, a color that is not typically associated with hydration.
The harvest's here, we fight the land
A battle arises as we attempt to claim and reap what the land offers.
Will you see her again, with the money in your hand?
One hopes to reunite with a loved one, but wonders if the acquisition of wealth will determine the outcome.
On better things, your heart is hung
The longing heart is set on attaining something greater and feels restrained by the current situation.
Chorus: Soldier, soldier, you've been there so long, yeah, you gotta be strong
Repeated encouragement to maintain endurance and resilience in the face of hardship.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: iskwē, Melissa Bandura, Hayden Wolf
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iskwē
Well hello there, Creampuffs!! Lovely to meet so many of you! Thanks for sharing, downloading, streaming and buying my new single, SOLDIER. I'm so happy to see so many of you like it! I'm really excited to have been included in this film teaser AND for October 26th!!!
PS - my full album, The Fight Within, drop Oct. 13th
xoxoxo
~iskwé
Kristin Diehl
iskwé I'm obsessed with the song it's so good💕😱
Boni Garay
iskwé 💃💕
molly
iskwé im an obsessed creampuff. And this is my new fav song foreverrrr
mirella moura
Yay, I loved your music, it's amazing! You deserve more recognition.
WolfieHope91
This is amazing. I can't wait for the movie. Love from an Italian crrampuff ♡♥
Bily Bop
I wanted to hear the whole song cause this is bomb thank you this was perfect for the Carmilla movie teaser trailer
Alba M Quiroz
Came for Carmilla Movie stayed for the music
Raquel Sammut
Natasha and Elise should cover this amazing piece, you know, for scientific purposes.
Selin B
Coming from the Carmilla movie teaser trailer but this is ACTUALLY SO GOOD