Russians

By: Sting (the song "Russians" from the 1985 album "The Dream of the Blue Turtles")
Music inspired by: Sergei Prokofiev ("Lieutenant Kizhe" suite from the 1934 film of the same title)
Translated by: Agron Shala

"... and the negotiations with the head of the delegation, Mikhail Sergeyevich Gorbachev, the Prime Minister evaluated as a constructive, realistic, typical and friendly exchange... but, the message has been delivered..."

In Europe and America
The emotion of hysteria is increasing
With the condition of responding to all threats
Of the rhetorical speeches of the Soviets
Mr. Khrushchev said that we have a grave with you
I do not agree with this attitude
This will be a fool's act
If Russians also love their children

How can I save my little one?
From the murderous toy of the scientist Oppenheimer?
For common sense, there is no monopoly
On neither side of divisive politics

We share the same biology together
Regardless of ideology
Trust me when I say
I hope Russians love their children too

It has not happened in history
The President should change his words
There is no such thing as a winner-takes-all war
It's a lie that we don't like, believe me
Mr. Reagan says we will protect you
I do not agree with this attitude
Trust me when I say
I hope Russians love their children too

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PS: In recent days, Sting has said about this song: Given the bloody and wrong decision of one man to conquer a peaceful, non-threatening neighbor, this song is once again a prayer for our common humanity. To the brave Ukrainians who fight against this brutal tyranny and also to the many Russians who protest against this cruelty. We all love our children. Stop the war.