Deep Purple - Soldier of Fortune

"Soldier of Fortune" is a ballad by Deep Purple, released in 1974 on the album Stormbringer. It was written by Ritchie Blackmore and David Coverdale.

The song has a melancholic feel and lyrics that describe the loneliness of a traveler who feels lost in life. With its soft acoustic guitar and David Coverdale's emotional vocals, Soldier of Fortune became one of Deep Purple's most popular songs, although it was never released as a single.

The song has also been covered by many artists, including Whitesnake, which was the band David Coverdale formed after leaving Deep Purple.

Do you have any special memories of this song?