Soldier Down
Backstreet Boys · Other Songs - Backstreet Boys
In the heart of the night
When it's dark in the lights
I heard the loudest noise
A gunshot on the floor, oh, oh
I looked down and my shirt's turning red
I'm spinning around, felt her lips on my neck
And her voice in my ear
Like I missed you, want you tonight
Straight through my heart
A single bullet got me, I can't stop the bleeding
Straight through my heart
She aimed and she shot me, I just can't believe it
No I can't resist and I can't behave
I just can't escape this love
Straight through my heart
Soldier down (my heart); soldier down (my heart)
Thought I moved more than on
Thought I could fool her charm
I really wanna go, but I can't leave her alone
Hear the sound of a love so loud
I just can't, I just can't ignore this feeling
Said she missed me, and she wants me
Wants me tonight
Straight through my heart
A single bullet got me, I can't stop the bleeding
Straight through my heart
She aimed and she shot me, I just can't believe it
No I can't resist and I can't behave
I just can't escape this love
Straight through my heart
Soldier down (my heart); soldier down (my heart)
In the heart of the night
When it's dark in the lights
I heard the loudest voice
A gunshot on the floor, oh, oh
Straight through my heart
A single bullet got me, I can't stop the bleeding
Straight through my heart (soldier down)
She aimed and she shot me, (soldier down)
I just can't believe it
No I can't resist and I can't behave
I just can't escape this love
Straight through my heart
Soldier down (my heart); soldier down (my heart)
Straight through my heart
Soldier down (my heart), soldier down (my heart)
Straight through my heart
Soldier down (my heart), soldier down (my heart)
When it's dark in the lights
I heard the loudest noise
A gunshot on the floor, oh, oh
I looked down and my shirt's turning red
I'm spinning around, felt her lips on my neck
And her voice in my ear
Like I missed you, want you tonight
Straight through my heart
A single bullet got me, I can't stop the bleeding
Straight through my heart
She aimed and she shot me, I just can't believe it
No I can't resist and I can't behave
I just can't escape this love
Straight through my heart
Soldier down (my heart); soldier down (my heart)
Thought I moved more than on
Thought I could fool her charm
I really wanna go, but I can't leave her alone
Hear the sound of a love so loud
I just can't, I just can't ignore this feeling
Said she missed me, and she wants me
Wants me tonight
Straight through my heart
A single bullet got me, I can't stop the bleeding
Straight through my heart
She aimed and she shot me, I just can't believe it
No I can't resist and I can't behave
I just can't escape this love
Straight through my heart
Soldier down (my heart); soldier down (my heart)
In the heart of the night
When it's dark in the lights
I heard the loudest voice
A gunshot on the floor, oh, oh
Straight through my heart
A single bullet got me, I can't stop the bleeding
Straight through my heart (soldier down)
She aimed and she shot me, (soldier down)
I just can't believe it
No I can't resist and I can't behave
I just can't escape this love
Straight through my heart
Soldier down (my heart); soldier down (my heart)
Straight through my heart
Soldier down (my heart), soldier down (my heart)
Straight through my heart
Soldier down (my heart), soldier down (my heart)
Soldier Down
Released in 1997, "Soldier Down" stands as a defining track in the Backstreet Boys' early discography, marking their transition from boy band pop to a more mature, rock-infused sound. The song features a gritty, alternative rock arrangement that contrasts sharply with the polished production of their previous hits, showcasing the group's versatility and willingness to experiment. With its driving rhythm and introspective lyrics, the track resonated deeply with fans and critics alike, solidifying the group's status as pioneers of the late 90s pop-rock genre. It remains a staple of their catalog, often cited as a key example of their evolution during the mid-to-late 90s era.