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)
My Generation
Iron Maiden Lyrics
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Just because we get around. TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION
Things they do look awful see-see-cold. TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION
I hope I die before I get old. TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION
This is my generation,
This is my generation, baby.
Why don't you all f-fade away? TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION
I'm not tryin' to cause a big s-s-sensation, TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION
I'm just talkin' 'bout my g-g-g-generation. TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION
It's my generation,
It's my generation, baby.
Why don't you all f-fade away? TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION
Yeah, don't try d-dig what we all s-s-s-s-s-say. TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION
Not tryin' to cause a big sensation, TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION
Just talkin' 'bout my g-generation. TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION
Yeah, my generation,
This is my generation, baby,
Generation, generation.
People try to put us d-down TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION
Just because we g-g-g-get around. TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION
Things they do look awful see-see-cold. TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION
I hope I die before I get old. TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION
It's my generation,
This is my generation, baby,
Ma-ma-my generation.
TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION Talkin' about
TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION my generation,
TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION my generation,
TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION my generation,
TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION yes, my generation, baby
TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION yes, my generation,
TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION yes, my generation,
TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION yes, my generation,
TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION it's my generation.
The song "My Generation" by Iron Maiden is a cover of the famous song by The Who. The lyrics are a reflection of the frustrations and rebellious spirit of the youth during the 1960s. The singer starts by addressing the older generation who tends to put the younger generation down and condescend them for their behavior. He then declares that he is proud to be a part of this generation and does not want to be limited or judged by societal norms. The chorus "Talking 'bout my generation" rings out repeatedly as a rallying cry for the youth.
The singer also expresses his desire to live fast and die young rather than becoming old and irrelevant. This symbolizes a rejection of the traditional values of conformity and conservatism prevalent in society at the time. The song concludes with a repetition of the chorus and a declaration of his generation's identity.
Overall, the song represents the spirit of rebellion and non-conformity that was synonymous with the youth culture of the 1960s. It became an anthem for young people around the world and continues to inspire generations to question societal norms and fight against oppression.
Line by Line Meaning
People try to put us d-down TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION
People try to bring us down just because we are part of a new generation, and they don't understand us.
Just because we get around. TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION
The fact that we are more mobile than previous generations, shouldn't be used to criticize us.
Things they do look awful see-see-cold. TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION
The things that earlier generations do, seem boring and uninteresting to us.
I hope I die before I get old. TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION
I don't want to grow old and become like the boring and traditional previous generation.
Why don't you all f-fade away? TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION
Why don't the previous generation just disappear and let us live our lives?
Yeah, don't try and dig what we all s-s-say. TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION
Don't try to understand our new ways of thinking and behaving, it's beyond your comprehension.
I'm not tryin' to cause a big s-s-sensation, TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION
I'm not trying to shock or cause any trouble, I'm just expressing myself.
I'm just talkin' 'bout my g-g-g-generation. TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION
I'm just pointing out that we are different from the previous generation, and that's okay.
How my generation
I want to emphasize again that we are a unique and different generation from the previous ones.
This is my generation, baby.
This is who we are, and we won't apologize for being different.
Ma-ma-my generation.
I'm proud of being part of this new generation, and I won't let anyone bring me down.
TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION Talkin' about
This song is a reflection of my thoughts and feelings about my generation.
TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION my generation,
I'm talking about how unique and different my generation is from the previous ones.
TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION yes, my generation, baby
Yes, I'm proud of my generation and won't apologize for being different.
TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION it's my generation.
I want to emphasize again that this song is about celebrating my generation's uniqueness.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Peter Townshend
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Benom8
I've not heard many covers/B-sides by Iron Maiden. Thanks for uploading them! On this it's interesting that Harris doesn't play all the notes from the original solo, still sounds awesome though.
PeHBS 322
The Who + Iron Maiden = Amazing
Terri Ackley
The Best Generation Ever
The Best Band Forever Thank You Blood Brother ❤️
Andrew Chadaranek
Go Steve go! You can really hear his bass going!
Manuel Jr Hernandez
Sounds Great!!!
ReloadPsi
Yeah, this is how you advertise that you joined the wrong band. Blaze sounds great in this!
Mr Dunedain
Sólo la doncella puede hacer un cover ultra chingón de un clásico de los 60 y sobretodo de una de mis bandas favoritas de la Invasión Británica.
Larga vida a Roger, Pete, John y a Keith por haber revolucionado el Rock y larga vida a Maiden y a Blaze Bayley por el Heavy Metal lmL.
Martin Alejandro 23
Los que revolucionarom esa epoca fueron The Beatles..
Emery
Tfw your favorite band covers a song made by one of your top five favorite bands
Amber Alexandra Bayley Cooke
THIS IS BLAZE SINGING.....HMMM...NOT BAD....GOOD VOICE,MR.BAYLEY....