U. D. O. - Cry Soldier Cry (russian Version) -

The song is a somber anti-war ballad that highlights Udo's connection to his Eastern European fanbase. Key features include:

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 band has performed this song live in Russia, sometimes featuring the Black Sea Fleet Ensemble (хор Черноморского Ансамбля). Lyrical Themes The song is a somber anti-war ballad that

, 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 The Russian version appeared as a bonus track

Loss, the grief of mothers, the cold reality of "zinc coffins," and the ultimate tragedy of soldiers dying for "some land" under command.

The lyrics are a direct anti-war message, focusing on the human cost of conflict regardless of nationality.

Udo Dirkschneider performs the lyrics in Russian, often backed by a choir to add a grand, mournful atmosphere.