To this day, they continue to tour rapidly all over the world, even with Rat splitting his time between them and Discharge. They shared a headlining spot with such acts as Broken Bones, The Adicts, Vice Squad and GBH at the ill-fated British Invasion 2k6 concert festival in San Bernardino, California which ended in mass-rioting and alleged police brutality.
They are currently writing new material for a new album to be released in the near future.
Soldier Boy
The Varukers Lyrics
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oh yes your in the army, other girls for you to guide,
soldier boy your a vampire, sucking other peoples blood,
soldier boy your own believers, and your face is covered in mud,
soldier boy, soldier boy, your in the army now,
soldier boy, soldier boy, your in the army now,
oh yes your in the army, another missile for you to find,
soldier boy your a vampire, sucking other peoples blood,
soldier boy your own believers, and your face is covered in mud,
soldier boy, soldier boy, your in the army now,
soldier boy, soldier boy, your in the army now,
oh yes your in the army and a place for you to hide,
oh yes your in the army, other girls for you to guide,
soldier boy your a killer, soldier boy your born to kill,
soldier boy your six feet under, and your gonna try to kill,
soldier boy, soldier boy, your in the army now,
soldier boy, soldier boy, your in the army now,
OH YES YOUR IN THE ARMY NOW!!!!!
The Varukers's song Soldier Boy is a commentary on the dehumanizing effects of military training and the expectations placed on soldiers to follow orders, even if they go against their own moral judgments. The lyrics seem to be directed towards a specific soldier who has been indoctrinated into the military lifestyle and must hide behind his uniform to avoid taking responsibility for his actions. The line "other girls for you to guide" suggests that the soldier has been given power over others and is expected to lead them, even though he is not necessarily qualified or capable of doing so.
The repeated phrase "soldier boy, soldier boy, you're in the army now" emphasizes the soldier's loss of individuality and identity, as he has become nothing more than a cog in the military machine. The reference to the soldier as a vampire who feeds on other people's blood is a metaphor for the idea that the military system takes advantage of the vulnerability of young people and drains them of their vitality and potential.
The final line "soldier boy, soldier boy, you're in the army now, oh yes your in the army now!!!!" is a stark reminder that once you enlist in the military, you become a part of a system that may require you to engage in acts that go against your own humanity.
Line by Line Meaning
oh yes your in the army and a place for you to hide,
You've joined the army to escape from something or someone.
oh yes your in the army, other girls for you to guide,
In the army, you have the power and responsibility to direct and control others.
soldier boy your a vampire, sucking other peoples blood,
Being a soldier has turned you into a parasitic being, feeding off the lives of others.
soldier boy your own believers, and your face is covered in mud,
Your followers have blind faith in you, even though you are morally corrupt and your reputation has been tarnished.
soldier boy, soldier boy, your in the army now,
You are reminded that you are now a member of the military and must follow orders.
oh yes your in the army, another missile for you to find,
You are expected to carry out dangerous tasks, such as locating explosive devices.
soldier boy your a killer, soldier boy your born to kill,
Your sole purpose as a soldier is to take the lives of others.
soldier boy your six feet under, and your gonna try to kill,
You are willing to risk your own life in order to carry out your task of killing.
OH YES YOUR IN THE ARMY NOW!!!!!
There is no going back, you are now a part of the military machine.
Writer(s): Paul Francis Kossoff, Simon Frederick St George Kirke, Andy Fraser, Bruce Riddell, Paul Bernard Rodgers Copyright: Socks Music Ltd., Keepers Cottage Music Ltd., Cherry Red Songs
Contributed by Thomas O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@shelseas2982
I feel 17 again. Man, those were the days.
@giorgiocappelli
40 years and JUST TODAY I found this song wasn't by The Exploited!
@uncommonsensor
This live version from Blood Suckers, and the demo version from the one record are great
@dwdeclare1965
ENJOY!
@flicmydik
Did you change your name OP?
@iwannasmellyourbutt
yes
@flicmydik
Happy Now? Ah the YouTube Polizei didnt approve I'm assuming. Used to be Ismellyourbutt, right?
@poorguyfromharlemgaming6648
Yes Fraser, YT does not copyright underground bands, unless they made a comp on CD from about 2000's - current. And anyway I thought you were into Classical Fraser not Oi! Punk.
@briandyers8981
Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in heavenly realms. Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything to stand. Stand firm then with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with the readyness that comes from the gospel of Peace in addition to all this take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.. The Armor of God.EPHESIANS10-16
@eminiospgwelund488
Lol