Just Another Soldier
Minutemen · Introducing The Minutemen [1998]
Over 300 dead,we still got pride
We've lost all our morals,we still got pride
Should we fight this war in some far corner of the globe
And learn how to die for some unjust cause
Is this our future?
Ashes are all that remain
It's easy when you got pride
How much pride does a dead soldier got?
His life so short,no chance to even start
The ones he left behind
The world he'll never see
But no one could deny that the soldier died with pride
We've lost all our morals,we still got pride
Should we fight this war in some far corner of the globe
And learn how to die for some unjust cause
Is this our future?
Ashes are all that remain
It's easy when you got pride
How much pride does a dead soldier got?
His life so short,no chance to even start
The ones he left behind
The world he'll never see
But no one could deny that the soldier died with pride
Just Another Soldier
Released on the Minutemen's 1998 compilation, 'Just Another Soldier' stands as a potent example of the band's signature blend of punk energy and social commentary. The track captures the group's characteristic ability to merge raw, driving rhythms with lyrics that dissect the absurdity of modern life and political apathy. As part of their broader discography, the song reflects the Minutemen's enduring commitment to addressing contemporary issues through accessible, high-energy rock. It serves as a reminder of their influence on alternative music, where complex social themes are delivered with unapologetic directness and melodic clarity.