Russians
Sting(스팅) Lyrics
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Conditioned to respond to all the threats
In the rhetorical speeches of the Soviets.
MIster Krushchev said, "We will bury you."
I don't subscribe to this point of view.
It'd be such an ignorant thing to do
If the Russians love their children too.
How can I save my little boy from Oppenheimer's deadly toy?
On either side of the political fence.
We share the same biology, regardless of ideology.
Believe me when I say to you,
I hope the Russians love their children too
There is no historical precedent
To put the words in the mouth of the president?
There's no such thing as a winnable war,
It's a lie we don't believe anymore.
Mister Reagan says, "We will protect you."
I don't subscribe to this point of view.
Believe me when I say to you,
I hope the Russians love their children too
We share the same biology, regardless of ideology.
But what might save us, me and you,
Is if the Russians love their children too
Sting's song "Russians" was released in 1985 during the Cold War era where tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union were high. The lyrics reflect the fear and anxiety of nuclear war and the hope that we have more in common with each and that the love for children can bridge that gap.
The opening verse talks about the growing sense of hysteria in Europe and America due to the threat of the Soviets. The lyrics refer to a famous phrase by Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev who once said, "We will bury you." The song contradicts this statement and emphasizes that both sides share common sense and biology, and ultimately, the love for their children. The line "how can I save my little boy from Oppenheimer's deadly toy?" references J. Robert Oppenheimer, one of the scientists who worked on the development of the atomic bomb, highlighting the destructive nature of nuclear weapons.
The second verse mentions the optimistic rhetoric of President Ronald Reagan, who promised to protect America against its enemies. However, the song concludes by reiterating the message that both sides must recognize their shared humanity. Sting sings that "what might save us, me and you, is if the Russians love their children too," subtly calling for diplomacy and not war as the solution to global issues.
Line by Line Meaning
In Europe and America there's a growing feeling of hysteria.
People in both Europe and America are starting to become anxious and fearful.
Conditioned to respond to all the threats
We are trained to react to any potential danger.
In the rhetorical speeches of the Soviets.
The language used in the speeches of the Soviet government is often persuasive and aimed at influencing people's opinions.
Mister Krushchev said, "We will bury you."
Krushchev made a statement about the Soviet Union becoming superpower and influencing the world.
I don't subscribe to this point of view.
I don't agree with this idea or way of thinking.
It'd be such an ignorant thing to do
It would be foolish and unwise to act in such a way.
If the Russians love their children too.
Just like everybody else, Russians care for their children and want what's best for them.
How can I save my little boy from Oppenheimer's deadly toy?
How can I protect my child from the threat of nuclear weapons?
There is no monopoly on common sense
Intelligence and rational thought are not exclusive to any particular group.
On either side of the political fence.
No matter which political affiliation one belongs to, the ability to think logically is universal.
We share the same biology, regardless of ideology.
Our physical makeup is the same regardless of our political beliefs.
Believe me when I say to you, I hope the Russians love their children too
I genuinely hope that Russians value the lives of their children as much as anybody else.
There is no historical precedent
There is no past example or similar occurrence to reference.
To put the words in the mouth of the president?
To attribute certain phrases or thoughts to the president.
There's no such thing as a winnable war,
No war can be truly won, as it results in loss of life and destruction.
It's a lie we don't believe anymore.
The idea that war is winnable is no longer believed.
Mister Reagan says, "We will protect you."
Reagan made a statement about the US government protecting its citizens.
But what might save us, me and you,
What could potentially save us as individuals or humanity in general.
Is if the Russians love their children too
If Russians care about their children and understand the mutual love for offspring that we all share.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: GORDON SUMNER, SERGE PROKOFIEFF
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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@@guygomel До сих пор актуально! - Русские
В Европе и Америке
Нарастает чувство истерии,
Обусловленное ответом на все угрозы,
Прозвучавшим в риторических речах Советов.
Товарищ Хрущёв сказал: «Мы вас закопаем»,1
Я не подпишусь под этой точкой зрения –
Было бы столь глупо поступить так,
Если русские тоже любят своих детей.
Как мне уберечь своего малыша,
От смертельной игрушки Оппенгеймера?2
Нет монополии на здравый смысл
Ни на одной из сторон политического ринга.
У нас одна и та же биология,
Несмотря на идеологию,
Поверьте мне, когда я говорю вам,
Что надеюсь, что русские тоже любят своих детей.
Не было прецедента в истории,
Чтобы президенту приписали слова,
Нет такой войны,
В которой может быть победитель,
Это – ложь, в которую мы больше не верим.
Мистер Рейган говорит: «Мы защитим вас»,
Я не подпишусь под этой точкой зрения.
Поверьте мне, когда я говорю вам,
Что надеюсь, что русские тоже любят своих детей.
У нас одна и та же биология,
Несмотря на идеологию,
Что может спасти нас, меня и тебя –
То, что русские тоже любят своих детей..
@minmogrovingstrongandhealthy
Speaking of it's all over again, the west invaded Europe and Africa and Russia was there to clean it up while you bark at Russians for doing their job, of protecting their own.
This happened over and over again yet no one learns a damn thing about anything.
Especially today. NATO invaded Europe and is attacking Russia while magically Russia is an invaidor on it's own lands ...
Same was applied to Serbia and bunch of other who NATO is in war with. NATO invades and kills natives magically those natives are the aggressors and are invading themselves.
Do world a favor and just f-ck off. Especially things you can't comprehend even a concept of let alone the entire thing, nor clearly want to even try to learn.
The west and their zombies should leave out of their filthy mouths the countries that are centuries far older then your pathetic fake ones, in any negative way.
Because whatever your spoiledass have today is thanks to those same old countries your officials butcher and pillage.
@davidkunst8598
There is this man in Russia
Diagnosed with schizophrenia
A million-dollar-yacht and private jet
Just like every other good Soviet
Mister Putin said, "This is not a war"
It's a lie we don't believe anymore
His fear of the Corona-flu
May-be this Russian’s just a bit cuckoo!
*
How can a Nazi be a Yew?
His bombs and his mind just blew
And all these sanctions make no sense
The world has lost its innocence
We share the same stupidity
Regardless of our geology
Trust in God and toodeloo
I think this Russian’s just a bit cuckoo!
*
This is a historical song I sing
And I do hope that it will Sting
There’s no such thing as a World War 4
My voice is gone so I must roar
Mister Biden says, "We won’t protect you"
The old man has no balls or clue
Why don’t we put-in in a zoo?
Because this Russian’s just a big cuckoo!
*
He keeps inflicting all this pain
On the people of Ukraine
But what might save us, me and you
Is when this cuckoo flies to Waterloo!
@sunnyfrisch
In these current times this song should go viral again…
@jfkforever
Never thought it would have been contemporary again…..
History has the nasty habit to repeat itself….
@garyshapiro5196
That's why I'm here.
@IvanoForgione
I came here to find this comment. I was not disappointed
@FurtiveSkeptical
I sincerely wish that concept were closer to us as a collective people.
@globalhumanism
absolutely. I'm trying to do my part. the prospect of war is serious and grim, because ... human lives ... but working for peace can be fun!
@blunpabb2766
The conflict in Ukraine reminded me of this song..so powerful. Who else came here for the same reason?
@Listenclearly1979
I did, I heard it for the first time a few days ago.
I hope it does not lead into full scale war
❤ from Australia 🇦🇺
@rolandtanguylannuzel5160
So did I. Paris France here.
@tomteanders1357
PS: from Cologne, Germany 👽🤖🤓