Speed of Light
Iron Maiden
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Another time, another place A hollow universe in space I took a trip to see the sights That will be black over a night One way ticket now returned My shootin' stars are vastly burnt On the edge that we can't see Let's shot the moon, you and me And that particular you'll see A just too lonesome galaxy Shadows in the stars We will not return Humanity won't save us At the speed of light Shadows in the stars We will not return Humanity won't save us We slip into the night I'll say a mass for you and wave Shootin' plasma from my grave Event horizon lost in space Runnin' in a human race I don't know where I don't know why But somehow back in time again I'm on the edge you can't see Another take your love at night A single party call on me You won't be trackin' me by sight Shadows in the stars We will not return Humanity won't save us At the speed of light Shadows in the stars We will not return Humanity won't save us We slip into the night Shadows in the stars We will not return Humanity won't save us At the speed of light Shadows in the stars We will not return Humanity won't save us At the speed of light Shadows in the stars We will not return Humanity won't save us At the speed of light Shadows in the stars We will not return Humanity won't save us At the speed of light We slip into the night
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Written by: Adrian Frederick Smith, Bruce Dickinson
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
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11 facts about this song
Album Context"Speed of Light" is a single from the album "The Book of Souls." This album, released in 2015, is the sixteenth studio album by Iron Maiden.
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Release and PromotionThe song "Speed of Light" was released as a music video on 14th August 2015, making it the first song to be revealed from the album.
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Song GenreIt's a classic Iron Maiden track, featuring their trademark heavy metal sound.
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Song Structure"Speed of Light" is a bit unique for Iron Maiden, as it is one of their most straightforward songs in terms of song structure - it's more of a typical verse-chorus rock song than some of their more complex compositions.
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Lyrics ContentThe lyrics for "Speed of Light" were written by the band's lead vocalist, Bruce Dickinson. The song goes through various stages of humanity, with some interpretations suggesting a theme of technological progress.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Speed of Light" features the band's iconic mascot, Eddie, in multiple video game formats. The game concept was designed to fit with the progressive lyrical theme.
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Chart PerformanceDespite its unique structure and release strategy, "Speed of Light" charted internationally. In the U.K, it reached number 50 in the singles chart.
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Live PerformancesIron Maiden remain a popular live act, and "Speed of Light" has since become a fixture in their concert set lists.
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Band Members' Involvement"Speed Of Light" is the first Iron Maiden music video that doesn’t feature the band. However, the vocalist Bruce Dickinson was heavily involved in the concept and development of the music video.
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Musical StyleThe track showcases Dickinson's exceptional vocal range, and features a dual-guitar attack from guitarists Adrian Smith and Dave Murray. Bassist and band leader Steve Harris is also prominent in the mix.
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ReceptionOverall, "Speed of Light" was highly praised by fans and critics alike, with many applauding Iron Maiden's continued innovation and high energy.
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