The Beatles - Soldier of Love (Lay Down Your Arms) (1963) Artist : The Beatles Song : Soldier of Love (Lay Down Your Arms) Album : Live at the BBC 1963 - 1965 Soldier of Love (Lay Down Your Arms) Written by: Cason-Moon Recorded: 2 July 1963 Released: 30 November 1994 (UK), 5 December 1994 (US) John Lennon: vocals, rhythm guitar Paul McCartney: backing vocals, bass George Harrison: backing vocals, lead guitar Ringo Starr: drums