Old Soldiers Never Cry - Freudian Slip
Floyd-Inspired Progressive Rock Song | Old Soldiers Never Cry - Freudian Slip by Ian Brough | Free Download
A song I wrote for the veterans that came back from wars as disappointed people who expected better from the country they fought for.
Part-time Singer/Songwriter. Writing,singing and recording for nothing more than the love of music :)
Well the "Band" is just me and whatever friends are around to record with at the time.
"Old Soldiers Never Cry - Freudian Slip" is a Progressive Rock track by Ian Brough on SoundClick. It is the kind of track that finds the right moment to make itself heard. The arrangement unfolds with a natural ease, guiding the listener through a more immersive experience. "Old Soldiers Never Cry - Freudian Slip" has peaked at number 2 on the SoundClick Progressive Rock chart. For fans of Floyd and Marillion looking for something new, Ian Brough delivers on SoundClick.
Story behind the song
The second track from the Freudian Slip project. Written after watching a documentary about the treatment of veterans. I laid down the basic track, vocals and backing vocals and then asked Darren Greaves to add Guitars, Bass and some additional Keyboards plus his mastering and production magic.
Lyrics
The Battle-lines are quiet, the guns will turn to rust
But the suffering and pain will never fade
You stood up for your country, never gave a second thought
Didnt realise the price that you would pay
A heroes welcome was the last thing on your mind
But you came back to indifference and hate
Why do you feel guilty, when you are not to blame?
But you walk the streets and hold your head in shame
Dreams will never leave you of the things that you have seen
Youre haunted by the horrors that remain
Will you ever get the peace of mind you need?
Or take the tragic memories to your grave
Old Soldiers never cry
Old Soldiers never cry
Old Soldiers never cry
Old Soldiers never cry
As night falls on the Cenotaph, you say goodbye to friends
Your medals growing heavy with the years
Children playing in the park dont know who you are
Forgotten hero, fighting back the tears
You remember everything you dare
And leave this world that never seemed to care
Old Soldiers never cry
Old Soldiers never cry
Old Soldiers never cry
Old Soldiers never cry
Old Soldiers never cry
Old Soldiers never cry
