Leo Amadeus - Soldier Sam Lyrics

Let me tell you a story about a man named Soldier Sam
He spent his days in a bit of a daze and he couldn't understand
Soldier Sam he knew the dangers he would face
But there was nothing he could do except to let the demons win the race.

Soldier Sam, she was beautiful in every kind of way
At least, she was to her, and it often occurred that to others she brought dismay
Soldier Sam, she loved to play and sing a happy tune
And often wished so fancifully about the Moon

Soldier Sam, you did alright
You always stood your ground
Soldier Sam, you won the fight
You never made a sound
Yes, you did astound
Yes, they did come round
Then you nearly drowned
Oh, Soldier Sam

Soldier Sam, they lived their life so frequently on the edge
And awful situations made a very strong foundation for an atmosphere they did dread
Soldier Sam, they soon realised their pain was all made up
After three long years, they soon gave up

Soldier Sam, you pushed on
For a very, very long time
Soldier Sam, you're wrong
Would you stay for tea and chimes?
Soldier Sam, please stay
Please don't go away
Keep the night as day
Oh, Soldier Sam

Oh, Soldier Sam

Oh, Soldier Sam