Trooper
Iron Maiden
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You'll take my life but I'll take yours too You'll fire your musket but I'll run you through So when you're waiting for the next attack You'd better stand there's no turning back The bugle sounds as the charge begins But on this battlefield no one wins The smell of acrid smoke and horses breath As you plunge into a certain death Oh oh oh Oh oh oh The horse he sweats with fear we break to run The mighty roar of the Russian guns And as we race towards human wall The screams of pain as my comrades fall We hurdle bodies that lay on the ground And as the Russians fire another round We get so near yet so far away We won't live to fight another day Oh oh oh Oh oh oh We get so close near enough to fight When a Russian gets me in his sights He pulls the trigger and I feel the blow A burst of rounds takes my horse below And as I lay there gazing at the sky My body's numb and my throat is dry And as I lay forgotten and alone Without a tear I draw my parting groan Oh oh oh Oh oh oh
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Written by: Stephen Percy Harris
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15 facts about this song
Band Formation"The Trooper" is a song by Iron Maiden, a British heavy metal band that was formed in 1975 by bassist and primary songwriter Steve Harris.
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Album ReleaseThe song is from their fourth studio album, "Piece of Mind," which was released in 1983.
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Song ThemeThe track is known for its war theme which is based on the Charge of the Light Brigade at the Battle of Balaclava during the Crimean War.
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Song Debut"The Trooper" was released as the second single from the album on 20 June 1983.
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Chart PerformanceDespite not making it to the Top 10 of the UK Singles Chart, it managed to reach number 12 and has since become one of Iron Maiden's most popular songs.
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Cover ArtThe cover art for the single is often praised. It showcases the band's mascot, Eddie the Head, dressed as a British cavalryman and holding a tattered Union Jack.
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Live Concerts"The Trooper" is known for a passionate performance where Bruce Dickinson would famously wave a Union Jack during live shows.
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In Film & TVThe song has been used in many television shows and films, including the 2017 movie, "Life of the Party."
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Beer ProductionIron Maiden and Robinsons Brewery have produced a real ale beer named "Trooper" in recognition of the song's popularity.
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Digital PerformanceOn Spotify, "The Trooper" is one of Iron Maiden's most-streamed songs, with over 180 million plays.
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Iconic Guitar RiffThe song is notable for its powerful guitar riff, instantly recognizable and characteristic of the band's style.
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Cultural ImpactThe song has become an anthem in heavy metal music and is one of the most celebrated works of Iron Maiden's discography.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song features footage from old war films intercut with a live performance of the band.
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LyricsThe lyrics of the song are written from the perspective of a British soldier during the Battle of Balaclava, capturing the intensity and horror of war.
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Enduring PopularityEven after decades since its release, "The Trooper" remains a staple in Iron Maiden's live performances.
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