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 Khrushchev 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 of 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
What might save us, me and you
Is if the Russians love their children too
Album: The Dream of the Blue Turtles
Thanks for checking out Music Monday. What are you listening to lately? Have a wonderful week.
❤️ Mischenko
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Great post! Thanks so much for sharing. I also shared this song in November, obviously not knowing what’s to come…
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Diana, I hadn’t even thought of the song honestly until it came up on YouTube for me yesterday. He’s a favorite artist anyway, and I was so touched listening to this performance. Thanks for sharing ❤️
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What an incredibly moving song. Sting delivers it so hauntingly. Excellent choice!
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He does, doesn’t he? Every single performance captivates me, even though I’m not a huge fan of live music. Thanks, Tessa. Have a good week.
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Perfect choice!
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I’m glad you like it, Jo. When I watched it yesterday I knew it needed to be shared. Luckily it popped up for me on YouTube.
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What a perfect choice. Fabulous share, Mischenko!
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Thanks, Mae. I’m sorry I haven’t been commenting a lot lately, but I’m getting back around to things! Chat soon ❤️
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🙂
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Beautiful song, and, sadly, it is once again relevant. 😞 Peace to the world. 🤍
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Sad but true. I hate what’s happening. Right out of a pandemic and then into war. There’s nothing positive about it, except for the fact that maybe the pandemic will be fizzling out once and for all.
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I sure hope so, and will have my fingers permanently crossed, haha. 😉
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🤍🙏🏻
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I bought this on tape when it came out in 1984 and it remains one of my top 10 favorite albums of all times. This song, particularly, took me a long time to understand, being as young as I was. I never thought that it would be just as sadly valid 30+ years later. Thank you for sharing.
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Great choice! I listened to Dream of the Blue Turtle pretty much non-stop when it came out. So many beautiful songs, and it’s sad to think how relevant this one still is.
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Thanks, Lisa. It is such a beautiful album. The song didn’t come to mind until I noticed he posted it on YouTube. ❤️
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I think I listened to Moon Over Bourbon Street on repeat for days. (I was a little obsessed with Anne Rice at the time too…)
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There’s something else we have in common! She’s always been one of my favorite authors since I was a teenager. It was so sad hearing about her passing. You’ve really inspired me. I’m going to listen to the whole album tonight while I’m preparing dinner. 👍
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Ah, sounds so nice! Now I have to figure out where my old CDs are hidden. 🙂
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superb.
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I listened to Sting a lot, but am not familiar with this song. Great share.
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Hands down, he’s one of my top favorite artists. Ever since I was a young child I’ve been drawn to his music. 😉 Thanks, Carla.
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