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Iron Maiden
Iron Maiden Lyrics


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Won't you come into my room, I wanna show you all my wares
I just want to see your blood, I just want to stand and stare
See the blood begin to flow as it falls upon the floor
Iron Maiden can't be fought, Iron Maiden can't be sought

Oh well, wherever, wherever you are
Iron Maiden's gonna get you, no matter how far
See the blood flow watching it shed up above my head
Iron Maiden wants you for dead

Won't you come into my room, I wanna show you all my wares
I just want to see your blood, I just want to stand and stare
See the blood begin to flow as it falls upon the floor
Iron Maiden can't be fought, Iron Maiden can't be sought

Oh well, wherever, wherever you are
Iron Maiden's gonna get you, no matter how far
See the blood flow, watching it shed, up above my head
Iron Maiden wants you for dead

Won't you come into my room, I wanna show you all my wares
I just want to see your blood, I just want to stand and stare
See the blood begin to flow as it falls upon the floor
Iron Maiden can't be fought, Iron Maiden can't be sought

Oh well, wherever, wherever you are
Iron Maiden's gonna get you, no matter how far
See the blood flow, watching it shed, up above my head
Iron Maiden wants you for dead

Oh, oh
Yeah-yeah

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Iron Maiden's song "Iron Maiden" appear to be from the perspective of a sadistic, bloodthirsty killer who wants to lure someone into their room to witness their collection of gruesome "wares." The phrase "Iron Maiden" is used as a metaphor for death, as the killer claims it "can't be fought" or "sought." The repeated refrain of "Iron Maiden wants you for dead" is a chilling assertion of the killer's intentions, while the line "See the blood flow, watching it shed, up above my head" suggests that the killer takes some kind of pleasure in the violence they inflict. The tone of the song is dark and menacing, with a driving, heavy-metal sound that underscores the murderous lyrics.


The song "Iron Maiden" was the title track of the band's debut album, released in 1980. It was written by bassist Steve Harris, and features the classic lineup of the band: Harris, vocalist Paul Di'Anno, guitarists Dave Murray and Dennis Stratton, and drummer Clive Burr. The song has become a staple of the band's live shows, and has been played more than 1,100 times in concert. Despite its dark subject matter, the song has also become something of a signature tune for the band, and is often used as an encore or fan favorite.


Line by Line Meaning

Won't you come into my room, I wanna show you all my wares
I am asking you to come into my room so I can show you all my things


I just want to see your blood, I just want to stand and stare
I have a desire to watch your blood flow


See the blood begin to flow as it falls upon the floor
I want to see your blood flowing onto the floor


Iron Maiden can't be fought, Iron Maiden can't be sought
The power and influence of Iron Maiden cannot be resisted or challenged


Oh well, wherever, wherever you are
Regardless of your location, I will find you


Iron Maiden's gonna get you, no matter how far
Even if you try to escape, Iron Maiden will catch you


See the blood flow watching it shed up above my head
I am enjoying watching your blood flow, even if it's above my own head


Iron Maiden wants you for dead
The intention of Iron Maiden is to cause your death


Won't you come into my room, I wanna show you all my wares
Once again, I'm asking you to come to my room to show you my possessions


I just want to see your blood, I just want to stand and stare
My fixation on seeing your blood is persisting


See the blood begin to flow as it falls upon the floor
I am eager to see your blood falling onto the floor


Iron Maiden can't be fought, Iron Maiden can't be sought
I'm reiterating that Iron Maiden's power cannot be challenged


Oh well, wherever, wherever you are
Once again, I'm threatening to find you no matter where you go


Iron Maiden's gonna get you, no matter how far
Irrespective of the distance, Iron Maiden will reach you


See the blood flow, watching it shed, up above my head
I'm fortunate to observe your blood flowing from up close


Iron Maiden wants you for dead
The ultimate objective of Iron Maiden is to kill you


Oh, oh
Expressing excitement or anticipation


Yeah-yeah
Expressing a general sense of agreement or affirmation




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Stephen Percy Harris

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