I Don’T Wanna Be A Soldier Lyrics
Mad Season
Lyrics
Well
I don't wanna be a soldier mama
I don't wanna die
Well
I don't wanna be a sailor mama
I don't wanna fly
Well
I don't wanna be a faliure mama
I don't wanna cry
Well
I don't wanna be a soldier mama
I don't wanna die
Oh no
Oh no
Oh no
Oh no
Oh no
Well
I don't wanna be a rich man mama
I don't wanna cry
Well
I don't wanna be a poor man mama
I don't wanna fly
Well
I don't wanna be a lawyer mama
I don't wanna lie
Well
I don't wanna be a soldier mama
I don' wanna die
Oh no (12x)
Well
I don't wanna be a beggar mama
I don't wanna die
Well
I don't wanna be a theif now mama
I don't wanna fly
Well
I don't wanna be a church man mama
I don't wanna cry
Well
I don't wanna be a soldier mama
I don't wanna die
Oh no (11x)
Song & Lyrics Facts
Mad Season's "I Don't Wanna Be a Soldier" is a song from the band's 1995 self-titled debut album. It was written by lead vocalist Layne Staley and guitarist Mike McCready, with additional writing credits going to bassist John Baker Saunders, drummer Barrett Martin, and producer Brett Eliason.
The track was released as a single on June 6th, 1995. The lyrics of this hard rock anthem express the singer's desire to break free from the pressures of society and live life on his own terms. The song speaks to themes of freedom, rebellion, and individualism, all while maintaining a driving guitar riff and powerful chorus. Mad Season has become an iconic Seattle grunge act thanks in part to this hit single.