The Clairvoyant

Iron Maiden

About The Clairvoyant

"The Clairvoyant" is a song by the English heavy metal band Iron Maiden. It is the band's nineteenth single and the third from their seventh studio album, Seventh Son of a Seventh Son (1988). The single, which was also released as a clear vinyl, peaked at number six in the British charts. It contains three live performances from Maiden's 1988 headlining performance at the Monsters of Rock festival in Donington Park. The promotional video for the song, although set to the studio version, features live clips from the Donington performance.  


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2013
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Feel the sweat break on my brow
Is it me or is it shadows that are
Dancing on the walls
Is this a dream or is it now
Is this a vision or normality I see before my eyes

I wonder why, I wonder how
That it seems the powers getting stronger
Every day
I feel a strength an inner fire
But I'm scared I won't be able to control it anymore, anymore

There's a time to live and a time to die
When it's time to meet the maker
There's a time to live but isn't it strange
That as soon as you're born you're dying

There's a time to live and a time to die
When it's time to meet the maker
There's a time to live but isn't it strange
That as soon as you're born you're dying

Just by looking through your eyes
He could see the future penetrating right
In through your mind
See the truth and see your lies
But for all his power couldn't foresee his own demise

There's a time to live and a time to die
When it's time to meet the maker
There's a time to live but isn't it strange
That as soon as you're born you're dying
There's a time to live and a time to die
When it's time to meet the maker
There's a time to live but isn't it strange
That as soon as you're born you're dying
I fell reborn again
And reborn again

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Iron Maiden

Iron Maiden are an English heavy metal band from Leyton in east London that was formed in 1975 by bassist and primary songwriter, Steve Harris. Since their inception, the band's discography has grown to include a total of thirty-six albums: fifteen studio albums; ten live albums; four EPs; and seven compilations. more »

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Written by: Stephen Percy Harris

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10 facts about this song

Band History
"The Clairvoyant" is a song by the English heavy metal band Iron Maiden.
Album Details
It is the third single and the seventh track from their seventh studio album "Seventh Son of a Seventh Son," which was released in 1988.
Chart Performance
"The Clairvoyant" made it to number six on the UK Singles Chart and has since been included in the band's greatest hits compilation.
Song Theme
The song deals with the theme of prophecy. The lyrics discuss the concept of seeing the future but being unable to prevent it.
Inspirations
The song was inspired by the story of Doris Stokes, a British spiritualist medium, who claimed to see spirits and predict future events. Iron Maiden bassist and songwriter Steve Harris was reflecting on her death when he composed the song.
Live Performances
"The Clairvoyant" is very popular in Iron Maiden's live performances. The song has been played on every tour since it was released.
Musical Style
The song features Iron Maiden's trademark galloping bass rhythm, intricate guitar arrangements and operatic vocals. It represents their progressive rock influences.
Cover Art
The single cover art is inspired by tarot cards, showing mascot Eddie holding tarot cards and crystal balls, depicting the theme of the song.
Commercial Success
"The Clairvoyant" reached No. 6 in the UK Singles Chart and remained in the charts for six weeks, making it one of Iron Maiden's most successful songs.
Unique Release
Uniquely, the song was released as a single before the release of the album it featured on.

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