Солдат

The song "Солдат" by 5'nizza delves into the harrowing experiences of a soldier who feels abandoned and scarred by the ravages of war. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a soldier who has endured immense physical and emotional trauma. The repeated line "Я - солдат" (I am a soldier) underscores the soldier's identity, which has been shaped and marred by the brutality of conflict. The mention of not sleeping for five years and having bags under his eyes highlights the chronic stress and exhaustion that soldiers often face. The imagery of having his head beaten with boots and the commanding officer's torn mouth due to a grenade further emphasizes the violence and chaos of war.

The soldier's plea for his mother to heal his wounds reveals a deep yearning for comfort and care, something that is starkly absent in his current reality. This plea also symbolizes a desire to return to a state of innocence and safety, away from the horrors of war. The soldier describes himself as a "недоношенный ребенок войны" (premature child of war), suggesting that he feels incomplete and damaged by his experiences. The reference to being a soldier of a "забытой богом страны" (God-forsaken country) adds a layer of hopelessness and abandonment, indicating that the soldier feels neglected not only by society but also by a higher power.

The song also touches on the soldier's sense of duty and the grim reality of his role. He acknowledges that his job is to shoot and kill the enemy, a task that he performs with a sense of resignation. The line "эта рагга для тебя мама-война" (this ragga is for you, mother-war) personifies war as a maternal figure, suggesting a twisted relationship where the soldier seeks approval from the very force that has caused his suffering. The repeated refrain of being a soldier and a hero, yet questioning "какого романа" (which novel) he belongs to, reflects a search for meaning and recognition in a world that seems indifferent to his sacrifices.