davidmackey
Great to see Big Wreck on Bandcamp. This is a very haunting rendition indeed. Such a beautiful gesture with the proceeds going to those affected. Well done.
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In early January, Big Wreck recorded this haunting version of Sting's classic, "Russians". What was purely a topical situation at the time, has clearly now unfolded to be a volatile and terrifying situations for millions. We have decided to release this song, with 100% of all proceeds going to the UNHRC (A United Nations Refugee Aid Organization). This organization is working to provide support and aid to refugees currently fleeing the violent situation in Ukraine.
lyrics
LYRICS:
In Europe and America there's a growing feeling of hysteria
Conditioned to respond to all the threats
In the rhetorical speeches of the Soviets
Mister Krushchev said, "We will bury you"
I don't subscribe to this point of view
It'd be such an ignorant thing to do
If the Russians love their children too
How can I save my little boy from Oppenheimer's deadly toy?
There is no monopoly on common sense
On either side of the political fence
We share the same biology, regardless of ideology
Believe me when I say to you
I hope the Russians love their children too
There is no historical precedent
To put the words in the mouth of the president?
There's no such thing as a winnable war
It's a lie we don't believe anymore
Mister Reagan says, "We will protect you"
I don't subscribe to this point of view
Believe me when I say to you
I hope the Russians love their children too
We share the same biology, regardless of ideology
But what might save us, me and you
Is if the Russians love their children too
credits
released March 4, 2022
Songwriters: Sergei Prokofiev, Sting
Performed By: Big Wreck
Produced By: Ian Thornley and Eric Ratz
Mixed By: Eric Ratz
Mastered By: Andy Vandette
Publisher: CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC & EMI BLACKWOOD MUSIC INC - License #: 1000000008589 via The Harry Fox Agency
The flac version of this sounds great in my truck... not a crunch, clip or boom to be heard. That, in itself, gets this major points.
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