1. "Returning from Target Shooting"
This song was composed by musician Wang Yongquan in 1960 while he was in the army. The story of its birth is also very interesting. At that time, Wang Yongquan was preparing to compose a song for the army's art performance. He accidentally caught a glimpse of a four-line poem written by "Niu Baoyuan" and was inspired to adapt the poem and compose it to music. It became a widely sung military song.
2. "Nanniwan"
This song was born in Yan'an in 1943. It is a team work with Ma Ke as the main composer. During the Spring Festival of 1943, the Yangko team from Lu Xun Art School in Yan'an came to Nanniwan and presented a new Yangko dance "Flower Basket" to the heroes of the 359th Brigade. "Nanniwan" was the interlude. This song has a beautiful melody and is lyrical. It enthusiastically praises the Eighth Route Army soldiers who have made great achievements in pioneering wasteland and establishing production.
3. "Green Flowers in the Army"
"Green Flowers in the Army" is a song popular in the military camp. The song is catchy and the arrangement is more folk-like. But it reveals a pure feeling. It was composed and sung by singer Xiao Zeng. It was spread by word of mouth in the military camp and became quite popular. In addition, green flowers in the military have now been extended to become female soldiers in the army. The song lyrics come from all over the country and were compiled and composed by teachers Xiao Zeng and Wu Songjin.
4. "The People's Army is Loyal to the Party"
This is a military formation song co-written by the famous military composer Xiao Min and the lyricist Zhang Yongmei. It was created in 1960. Its rhythm is distinct and sonorous. It was published in "Songs of the People's Liberation Army" and spread throughout the country. In 1961, it was listed by the General Political Department of the Military Commission as one of the 13 songs that the entire army must sing.
5. "When That Day Comes"
"When That Day Comes" is the best work in the "Fighting Spirit Queue Songs" collection and selection activity launched by the General Political Department of the People's Liberation Army in 2005 one. "Don't worry about the motherland, don't worry about your relatives, I will march forward bravely for victory..." As an inspiring and morale-boosting military song, it unreservedly demonstrates the heroic and forward spirit of the People's Liberation Army of my country.