The band has performed this song live in Russia, sometimes featuring the Black Sea Fleet Ensemble (хор Черноморского Ансамбля). Lyrical Themes
The original English version of the song was released in on the album Mission No. X . The Russian version appeared as a bonus track on later releases, most notably the "Digibook Russia Edition" of the album Mastercutor in 2007 . It was also included on the Infected EP and the best-of compilation Metallized: 20 Years of Metal . Musical Collaboration and Style U. D. O. - Cry Soldier Cry (Russian Version)
The lyrics are a direct anti-war message, focusing on the human cost of conflict regardless of nationality. The band has performed this song live in
Watch live performances and fan-made tributes that highlight the emotional weight of this anti-war ballad: The Russian version appeared as a bonus track
, also known as "Plachet Soldat" (Плачет солдат), is a heavy metal ballad by the German band U.D.O. , led by legendary former Accept vocalist Udo Dirkschneider . Release Background