As pioneers of the new wave of British heavy metal movement, Iron Maiden achieved initial success during the early 1980s. After several lineup changes, the band went on to release a series of UK and US Platinum and Gold albums, including 1980's eponymous debut album, 1981's Killers, 1982's The Number of the Beast, 1983's Piece of Mind, 1984's Powerslave, 1985's live release Live After Death, 1986's Somewhere in Time, 1988's Seventh Son of a Seventh Son, 1990's No Prayer for the Dying and 1992's Fear of the Dark. In 1982, the band released The Number of the Beast – its first album with Bruce Dickinson, who replaced Paul Di'Anno as lead singer – which was a turning point in their career, helping establish them as one of heavy metal's most important artists. The Number of the Beast is among the most popular heavy metal albums of all time, having sold almost 20 million copies worldwide.
Since the return of lead vocalist Bruce Dickinson and guitarist Adrian Smith in 1999, the band has undergone a resurgence in popularity, with a series of new albums and highly successful tours. Released in 2006, A Matter of Life and Death, their 14th studio album, reached top sales in dozens of countries, initiating the series of Iron Maiden's highest-ranked albums. Their 2010 album, The Final Frontier, peaked at No. 1 in 28 countries and received widespread critical acclaim. Their 16th studio album, The Book of Souls, was released on 4 September 2015 to similar success, debuting at No. 1 in the album charts of 24 countries with physical sales and summary in 43 territories with physical and digital sales. Most recently, their 17th studio album, Senjutsu, was released on 3 September 2021 and eventually reached No. 1 in 27 countries.
Iron Maiden have sold over 130 million copies of their albums worldwide, despite minimal radio and mainstream media support. The band's catalogue has sold over 200 million copies worldwide, including albums, singles, compilations and videos. By 2022, their releases have been certified Silver, Gold and Platinum around 600 times worldwide. Iron Maiden have become one of the most influential and revered rock bands of all time, and is credited with influencing countless bands and genres. Critics have stated that the band elevated heavy metal to an art form, proving that academic and musical inspirations can coexist. The band is also hailed as one of the greatest live acts of all time.
The band and its members have received multiple industry awards, including the Grammy Awards and its equivalents in other countries. Other accolades the band has received include Brit Awards, Silver Clef Award, Nordoff-Robbins Award, Ivor Novello Awards, Juno Awards, Guinness Book of World Records, Public Choice International, Classic Rock Roll of Honour Awards, ECHO Awards, Top.HR Music Awards, Žebřík Music Awards, honorary doctorates, State Prizes, sales recognition, marketing achievements recognition awards, charity and sport awards among many others. Iron Maiden were inducted into the Hollywood RockWalk, BPI Hall of Fame and Kerrang! Hall of Fame. The band is also a part of permanent exhibitions of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, British Music Experience, Rock in Rio Wall of Fame and Wacken Open Air Hall of Fame. Iron Maiden were honoured by Royal Mail UK with dedicated postal stamps and cards. The band as 'bona fide' rock legends belongs to an elitarian circle of British iconic bands honoured with an unique range of stamps, including The Rolling Stones, The Beatles, Pink Floyd, Queen and Iron Maiden as the fifth one.
Iron Maiden's lyrics cover such topics as history, literature, war, mythology, society and religion. Many of their songs are based on history, classic literature and film. As of October 2019, the band have played some 2500 live shows, performing for tens of millions of fans. For over 40 years, the musicians have been supported by their famous mascot, "Eddie", who has appeared on almost all of their album and single covers, videos and merchandise. Originally designed by Derek Riggs, Eddie became the main attraction of Iron Maiden live shows, which feature theatrical elements like coloured backdrops, inflatables, pyrotechnics, elaborate lighting rigs, props and stage sets.
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Studio albums
Iron Maiden (1980)
Killers (1981)
The Number of the Beast (1982)
Piece of Mind (1983)
Powerslave (1984)
Somewhere in Time (1986)
Seventh Son of a Seventh Son (1988)
No Prayer for the Dying (1990)
Fear of the Dark (1992)
The X Factor (1995)
Virtual XI (1998)
Brave New World (2000)
Dance of Death (2003)
A Matter of Life and Death (2006)
The Final Frontier (2010)
The Book of Souls (2015)
Senjutsu (2021)
I Can't See My Feelings
Iron Maiden Lyrics
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Open my eyes
I can't see my feelings
Up in the pale moonlight
I can't see my feelings
Keeping me high
I just keep on reeling
I can't stand there dreaming
All of the time
Music sends a feeling
Up in the pale moonlight
The song "I Can't See My Feelings" is a deep exploration of emotional numbness and disconnection. The repeated refrain of "I can't see my feelings" is a powerful admission of the singer's struggle to connect with their own emotions. The use of the phrase "up in the pale moonlight" creates a dreamlike, almost otherworldly atmosphere, as if the singer is lost in a fog of dissociation. The lyrics also touch on the power of music to evoke emotion - the line "music sends a feeling up in the pale moonlight" suggests that even when the singer is otherwise disconnected, music is able to penetrate their emotional shield and elicit a response.
Overall, the song carries a sense of isolation and internal struggle, as the singer seeks to connect with their emotions and make sense of their own feelings. At its core, "I Can't See My Feelings" is a reflection on the importance of emotional awareness and the difficulties of feeling truly connected to oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't see my feelings
I am unable to decipher my own emotions and understand how I feel
Open my eyes
I need to gain clarity and perspective to better understand my emotions
Up in the pale moonlight
My emotional state is highlighted and made more evident in a tranquil, solitary environment
Keeping me high
My emotions are keeping me in an elevated state, either positive or negative
I just keep on reeling
I am constantly experiencing a tumultuous and overwhelming emotional response
Honey please tell me why
I am seeking understanding and validation from a loved one to help me make sense of my emotional state
I can't stand there dreaming
I cannot simply exist in a state of imagination and illusion, I need to confront my emotions
All of the time
My emotions are constantly present and affecting me in some way
Music sends a feeling
Music has the power to evoke and intensify my emotions
Up in the pale moonlight
My emotions are highlighted and made more evident when experiencing music in a tranquil, solitary environment
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Written by: Anthony Bourge, Burke Shelley
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Gabriel Stelian
In case some of yous don't know, this song is just covered by Maiden. The original belongs to Budgie, an awesome welsh band which I heartly recommend. Hard rock/early metal style.
Michael Beers
I kinda figured as much. I can't see Harris writing a song about his feelings.
Jonathan Barnes
Thx
heavyloud11
i don't know why uploaders keep refusing to add this info.
dsc1970
Whoa, thx bud. I'll check it out.
Paul Collyer
Also - BREAD FAN that Metallica covered
Raymond Smyth
Listen to the original Budgie version. Then listen to other Budgie music.
Kelly Hopkins
Killer groove, love it!
Alcides DM
Fantastic Cover! Bruce is one of the Best vocals of all time! This Man is a Legend!
L ｏｕｄｍｉｎｄ
esta canción es originalmente de la banda galesa Budgie, de su álbum Bandolier. Iron Maiden la realizó de forma magistral y me queda claro que son muy buenos para hacer covers. Si la versión de Budgie me fascinaba, esta también lo ha hecho