The Fugitive
Iron Maiden Lyrics

On a cold October morning
The song starts with the singer giving us the time and weather, allowing us to envision the environment they're in.

As frost lay on the ground
Further emphasizing that it's cold out during this particular morning.

Waiting to make my move
The singer is laying low and waiting for their opportunity to act.

I make no sound
The artist is keeping low and trying not to draw attention to themselves.

Waiting for the mist to cover all around
The artist is being strategic and waiting for the environmental conditions to change in their favor.

I carefully picked my time
The singer is taking a calculated approach and not rushing into anything.

Then took the wall
The singer finally makes their move, perhaps scaling a wall to escape.

I'm sick and tired of running
The artist is expressing their exhaustion with being constantly on the run.

The hunger and the pain
The rigors of constantly being on the move have taken a toll on the artist, both physically and emotionally.

A stop to look about then off again
Even when the artist takes a break, they can't afford to stay in one place for too long.

Being at the wrong place
The singer didn't have any involvement in the crime they're suspected of, but their presence at the scene of the crime has made them a suspect.

And at the wrong time
The timing of the crime couldn't have been worse for the artist, who was simply in the wrong place at the wrong time.

Suspected of a hit that was my crime
The singer is being pursued for a crime they didn't commit, but the authorities believe they're guilty.

I am a fugitive being hunted down like game
The singer is being actively pursued and feels like they're being treated like an animal that's hunted for sport.

I am a fugitive but I've got to clear my name
Despite the odds being against the singer, they're determined to clear their name and prove their innocence.

Always looking 'round me
The artist is constantly on alert, always aware that danger may be lurking around the corner.

Forever looking back
The artist can't help but constantly look back on what led them to this predicament and what they could have done differently.

I'll always be a target for attack
The singer knows that they'll always be in danger and will always be pursued, no matter where they go.

Ever moving onwards
The singer knows they can't stay in one place for too long and must keep moving forward.

Always on the run
The artist is always in motion, always trying to stay one step ahead of those who are chasing them.

Waiting for the sight of a loaded gun
The artist is always on alert, waiting for the next attack and ready to defend themselves if necessary.

Even if I find them
The artist is determined to find evidence that clears their name and brings the real culprits to justice.

And get to clear my name
Once the singer finds the evidence they need to prove their innocence, they're hoping that they'll be cleared of all charges.

I know that things can never
However, the artist also knows that their life will never be the same again, even if they do clear their name.

Be the same
The damage has been done, and the singer will always carry the scars of this experience with them.

But if I ever prove
Despite knowing that things will never be the same, the singer is still determined to prove their innocence.

My innocence some day
The ultimate goal of the singer is to prove once and for all that they didn't commit the crime they're accused of.

I've got to get them all to make them pay
If the artist is successful in proving their innocence, they're determined to bring the real culprits to justice and make them pay for what they've done.