Running Free

Iron Maiden

About Running Free

"Running Free" is the debut single by Iron Maiden, released on 8 February 1980 on the 7" 45 rpm vinyl record format. It was written by Steve Harris and Paul Di'Anno. The song appears as the third track on the band's debut album Iron Maiden (and the fourth track on its 1998 re-release). In 1985, a live version of the song was released as the first single from Live After Death (the band's twelfth single). In 1990, the original single was reissued on CD and 12" vinyl as part of The First Ten Years box, in which it was combined with the band's next single, "Sanctuary". The 1985 live single was also released as part of this box set, combined with 1985's "Run to the Hills". 


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Just sixteen, a pickup truck, out of money, out of luck.
I've got nowhere to call my own, hit the gas, and here I go.

I'm running free yeah, I'm running free.
I'm running free yeah, Oh I'm running free.

Spent the night in an L. A. jail, and listened to the sirens wail.
They ain't got a thing on me, I'm running wild, I'm running free.

Puller here at the Bottle Top, whiskey, dancing, disco hop.
Now all the boys are after me, and that's the way it's gonna be

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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: Paul Di'anno, Stephen Percy Harris

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14 facts about this song

Band Origin
"Running Free" was the first single by Iron Maiden, an iconic British heavy metal band. Their music has significantly shaped the metal genre since their formation in 1975.
Song Release
The song was released on 8th February 1980.
Album Association
"Running Free" is from their debut self-titled album "Iron Maiden".
Song Ranking
The song reached number 34 on the UK Singles Chart.
Album's Success
The album "Iron Maiden" featuring "Running Free" became a commercial success and sparked Iron Maiden's decades-long career.
Unusual Aspect
The band performed this song live on TV show "Top of the Pops", which was unusual as most performances on the show were done by lip-syncing. Iron Maiden insisted on performing live.
Song Versatility
"Running Free" has been covered by several other artists and features on all of Iron Maiden's concert albums, indicating its versatility and enduring popularity.
Songwriting Credits
The song was co-written by Iron Maiden's bassist and primary songwriter, Steve Harris, and vocalist Paul Di'Anno.
Signature Style
"Running Free" exhibits many signature elements of Iron Maiden's music style: punchy rhythm, energetic and driving bass lines, powerful vocals, and vibrant guitar work.
Distinctive Theme
The song is about a 16-year-old boy who lives on the streets and does everything his own way, highlighting the recurrent themes of rebellion and freedom in Iron Maiden's songbook.
Artwork
The cover artwork for the "Running Free" single was the first to feature the band's now-iconic mascot, Eddie.
Chart Remaker
A live version of "Running Free" was released in 1985 as a the double A-side of "Run to the Hills" and climbed to number 6 in the UK Singles Chart.
Unique Melody
The song starts with a catchy drum beat followed by a unique three-chord melody that has since become a signature sound for Iron Maiden.
Legacy
"Running Free" has earned its place as one of Iron Maiden’s greatest and most inspiring songs which is regularly performed at their concerts.

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