Paul Di'Anno began his professional musical career singing with Iron Maiden in 1978. His style has been described as more punk-influenced than Iron Maiden's following vocalist Bruce Dickinson. Di'Anno left the band after two albums, the reasons for so vary between sources; either leaving by his own will or being sacked due to excessive drug and drinking habits with a conflicting personality .
Despite his short tenure in the band, Paul Di'Anno is seen as a major factor in the early development of the New Wave Of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) movement.
After this, Paul moved onto various projects such as Di'Anno, Battlezone and Killers with varying commercial success. Now, his band is simply known as Paul Di'Anno.
In his post-Maiden career, Di'Anno has issued numerous albums over the years, as both a solo artist and as a member of such bands as Gogmagog, Di'Anno's Battlezone, Praying Mantis, Killers, and Rockfellas.
Paul Di'Anno has been in or has recorded with the following bands:
* Iron Maiden (1978 - 1981)
* Di'Anno (1983 - 1985, 2000)
* Gogmagog (1985)
* Battlezone (1985 - 1989, 1998)
* Praying Mantis (1990)
* Killers (1990 - 1997, 2001 - 2003)
* Paul Di'Anno & Dennis Stratton (1995 - 1996)
* The Almighty Inbredz (1999)
* Paul Di'Anno (1997 - 1999, 2000 - Present)
Discography with Iron Maiden:
Title: The Soundhouse tapes
Released: 1979
Track list:
1. Iron Maiden
2. Invasion
3. Prowler
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Title: Running Free
Released: 1980
Line up:
* Paul Di'Anno - Vocals
* Steve Harris - Bass
* Dave Murray - Guitar
* Clive Burr - Drums
* Dennis Stratton - Guitar
Track list:
1. Running Free
2. Burning Ambition
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Title: Sanctuary
Released: 1980
Line up:
* Paul Di'Anno - Vocals
* Steve Harris - Bass
* Dave Murray - Guitar
* Clive Burr - Drums
* Dennis Stratton - Guitar
Track list:
1. Sanctuary
2. Drifter
3. I've Got The Fire
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Title: Women In Uniform
Released 1980
Line up:
* Paul Di'anno - Vocals
* Steve Harris - Bass
* Dave Murray - Guitar
* Clive Burr - Drums
* Dennis Stratton - Guitar
Track list:
1. Women In Uniform
2. Invasion
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Title: Twilight Zone
Released 1981
Line up:
* Paul Di'Anno - Vocals
* Steve Harris - Bass
* Dave Murray - Guitar
* Clive Burr - Drums
* Adrian Smith - Guitar
Track list:
1. Twilight Zone
2. Wrathchild
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Title: Purgatory
Released 1981
Line up:
* Paul Di'anno - Vocals
* Steve Harris - Bass
* Dave Murray - Guitar
* Clive Burr - Drums
* Adrian Smith - Guitar
Track list:
1. Purgatory
2. Genghis Khan
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Title: Metal For Muthas
Released 1980
Line up
* Paul Di'anno - Vocals
* Steve Harris - Bass
* Dave Murray - Guitar
* Tony Parsons - Guitar
* Clive Burr - Drums
Track list:
1. Sanctuary
2. Wrathchild
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Title: Iron Maiden
Released 1980
Line up:
* Paul Di'Anno - Vocals
* Steve Harris - Bass
* Dave Murray - Guitar
* Dennis Stratton
* Clive Burr - Drums
Track list:
1. Prowler
2. Remember Tomorrow
3. Running Free
4. Phantom Of The Opera
5. Transylvania
6. Strange World
7. Charlotte The Harlot
8. Iron Maiden
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Title:
Killers
Released 1981
Format CD/LP
Line up:
* Paul Di'Anno - Vocals
* Steve Harris - Bass
* Dave Murray - Guitar
* Adrian Smith
* Clive Burr - Drums
Track list:
1. The Ides Of March
2. Wrathchild
3. Murders In The Rue Morgue
4. Another Life
5. Genghis Khan
6. Innocent Exile
7. Killers
8. Twilight Zone
9. Prodigal Son
10. Purgatory
11. Drifter
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Title:
Maiden Japan
Released: 1981
Line up:
* Paul Di'Anno - Vocals
* Steve Harris - Bass
* Dave Murray - Guitar
* Adrian Smith
* Clive Burr - Drums
Track list:
1. Running Free
2. Remember Tomorrow
3. Wrathchild
4. Killers
5. Innocent Exile
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Title: Best Of The Beast
Released 1996
Line up: Various Iron Maiden line ups (1980-1996)
Track list (with Paul Di'Anno):
Disc 2.
14. Iron Maiden (Soundhouse 7")
13. Strange World (Soundhouse sessions, unreleased)
12. Sanctuary
11. Phantom Of The Opera
10. Wrathchild
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Title: Best Of B-Sides
Released 2002
Various Iron Maiden line-ups (1980-2002)
Track list (with Paul Di'Anno):
Disc 1.
1. Burning Ambibition
2. Drifter (Live)
3. Invasion
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Title BBC Archives
Released 2002
Line up: Iron Maiden line-ups 1979-1982
Track list (with Paul Di'Anno):
Disc 1. (Friday Rock Show Session (1979))
1. Iron Maiden
2. Running Free
3. Transylvania
4. Sanctuary
Disc 2. (Reading Festival (August 23th 1980))
1. Prowler
2. Remember Tomorrow
3. Killers
4. Running Free
5. Transylvania
6. Iron Maiden
Cold World
Paul Di'anno Lyrics
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Indifference to reason, we watch them die
Cut down, starved to death, it's only life
Face down in the street, close your eyes
We don't want to watch millions die
Cold world
Who will speak against these crimes
Anyhow, whose got the fucking time
Cold world
Stand witness, world evil, how cheap is life
Indifference to reason, we watch them die
Stand witness, world evil, how cheap a life
Indifference to reason, we watch them die
The lyrics of "Cold World" by Paul Di'anno present a powerful commentary on the state of the world and our apathy towards the suffering of others. The song starts with a questioning tone, asking "how cheap is life" in a world that is so indifferent to the suffering of others. Despite the horrors that are happening all around us, we continue to turn a blind eye and watch people die. The lyrics go on to describe the countless victims of war, starvation, and violence, who are cut down and left to die in the street. Despite our inaction, the song speaks to a desire for change, asking "who will speak against these crimes" and recognizing the importance of standing up for what is right.
The overall message of the song is a powerful call to action to do more to help those who are suffering. The lyrics highlight the cost of our inaction and how we must speak out against the injustice we see in the world. The song acknowledges that change is difficult, but it is necessary to confront the reality of the "cold world" we live in.
Line by Line Meaning
Stand witness, world evil, how cheap is life
We are bystanders to the evil in the world and it's shocking how lives are treated as having little to no value.
Indifference to reason, we watch them die
Despite knowing better, we remain indifferent to the suffering of others and simply watch them perish.
Cut down, starved to death, it's only life
People are being killed or dying from lack of basic necessities, and yet we treat it as if it's just a natural part of life.
Face down in the street, close your eyes
People are dying in the streets and we're so desensitized that we just look away.
We don't want to watch millions die
Despite our lack of action, we don't actually want to witness the deaths of so many people.
Cold world
The world is harsh and unforgiving.
Who will speak against these crimes
We need someone to take a stand and speak out against the injustices being committed.
Most say I'm alright, I've got what's mine
Most people are only concerned with their own well-being and are willing to ignore the suffering of others in order to maintain their comfort.
Anyhow, whose got the fucking time
We're all too busy trying to survive in this world to take the time to address the problems that are causing so much suffering.
Contributed by Aria K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.