In The Army Now
Status Quo · In The Army Now
A vacation in the foreign land
Uncle Sam does the best he can
You're in the army now
Oh, oh you're in the army - now
Now you remember what the draft man said
Nothing to do all day but stay in bed
You're in the army now
Oh, oh you're in the army - now
You'll be a hero of the neighbourhood
Nobody knows that you left for good
You're in the army now
Oh, oh you're in the army - now
Smiling faces on the way to 'Nam
But once you get there no one gives a damn
You're in the army now
Oh, oh you're in the army - now
Shots ring out in the dead of night
The sergeant calls : "Stand up and fight!"
You're in the army now
Oh, oh you're in the army - now
You've got your orders to shoot on sight
your finger's on the trigger but it don't seem right
You're in the army now
Oh, oh you're in the army - now
Night is falling and you just can't see
Is this illusion or reality
You're in the army now
Oh, oh you're in the army - now
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Uncle Sam does the best he can
You're in the army now
Oh, oh you're in the army - now
Now you remember what the draft man said
Nothing to do all day but stay in bed
You're in the army now
Oh, oh you're in the army - now
You'll be a hero of the neighbourhood
Nobody knows that you left for good
You're in the army now
Oh, oh you're in the army - now
Smiling faces on the way to 'Nam
But once you get there no one gives a damn
You're in the army now
Oh, oh you're in the army - now
Shots ring out in the dead of night
The sergeant calls : "Stand up and fight!"
You're in the army now
Oh, oh you're in the army - now
You've got your orders to shoot on sight
your finger's on the trigger but it don't seem right
You're in the army now
Oh, oh you're in the army - now
Night is falling and you just can't see
Is this illusion or reality
You're in the army now
Oh, oh you're in the army - now
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In The Army Now
Released in 1971, Status Quo's "In The Army Now" stands as a defining track of the British blues-rock era, showcasing the band's signature blend of gritty guitar riffs and driving rhythms. The song, which shares its title with the single, features the iconic vocal delivery of Francis Rossi and the characteristic harmonies that became the group's hallmark. It captures the raw energy and rebellious spirit of early 1970s rock music, reflecting the cultural zeitgeist of the time. As a staple of their discography, the recording demonstrates the band's ability to craft anthemic songs that resonate with audiences across generations, cementing their legacy as one of the most influential rock acts of the era.