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While Status Quo is known for Boogie Rock , this track leaned more into Arena Rock and Pop Rock .
Status Quo famously altered the lyrics from "Smiling faces on the way to 'Nam" to "Smiling faces as you wait to land," removing the direct reference to the Vietnam War. Notable Official Remixes and Updates в® Status Quo & Euro - In The Army Now (Remix) в®
Its "You're in the army now" refrain has made it a staple in sports stadiums and military-themed media. While Status Quo is known for Boogie Rock
A "pro-soldier" version was released featuring the Corps of Army Choir . This version reached No. 31 in the UK, with all profits donated to charities like Help for Heroes . A "pro-soldier" version was released featuring the Corps
A signature element added by Status Quo that was not as central in the original Bolland & Bolland version.
The song was originally written and recorded by the South African-born Dutch duo Bolland & Bolland .
Status Quo released their version on August 29, 1986 , as the title track of their 17th studio album. It became a massive international success, reaching No. 2 on the UK Singles Chart and topping charts across Europe.
