Soldier Side Lyrics
System Of A Down
Lyrics
Dead men lying on the bottom of the grave
Wondering when savior comes, is he gonna be saved
Maybe you're a sinner into your alternate life
Maybe you're a joker, maybe you deserve to die
They were crying when their sons left
God is wearing black
He's gone so far to find no hope
He's never coming back
They were crying when their sons left
All young men must go
He's come so far to find the truth
He's never going home
Young men standing on the top of their own graves
Wondering when Jesus comes, are they gonna be saved
Cruelty to the winner, bishop tells the king his lies
Maybe you're a mourner, maybe you deserve to die
They were crying when their sons left
God is wearing black
He's gone so far to find no hope
He's never coming back
They were crying when their sons left
All young men must go
He's come so far to find no truth
He's never going home
Welcome to the soldier side
Where there is no one here but me
People all grow up to die
There is no one here but me
Welcome to the soldier side
There is no one here but me
People on the soldier side
There is no one here but me
Song & Lyrics Facts
System of a Down's song "Soldier Side" is the opening track on their 2005 album Mezmerize. The band consists of lead vocalist Serj Tankian, guitarist/vocalist Daron Malakian, bassist Shavo Odadjian, and drummer John Dolmayan.
This alternative metal song was written by all four members of System of a Down. It was released in May 2005 as the first single from their fifth studio album. The lyrics to Soldier Side are about war and its effects on soldiers. They explore themes such as patriotism, loyalty, violence, and death. The song has become a fan favorite due to its powerful message and intense musicality. In addition to its anti-war sentiment, it also features an interesting mix of sounds including Eastern European influences.