Iron Fist

Motörhead

About Iron Fist

"Iron Fist" is a song by the British heavy metal band Motörhead. It was released as a single in 1982, in 7" pressings in blue, black and translucent red vinyl. The title track on the single is covered with (B-side's) "Remember Me, I'm Gone", which appears on CD re-issues of the Iron Fist album. In Spain, the title track was put on the B-side of "Go to Hell" and was issued with a picture sleeve of the band dressed as warriors in skull masks. This is the last single featuring the classic Motörhead line-up of Lemmy, "Fast" Eddie Clarke and Phil "Philthy Animal" Taylor, as Clarke left following the recording of the Stand By Your Man EP. On 27 March 1982, Lemmy, Clarke and Taylor were interviewed by Tommy Vance on BBC Radio 1's 'Rock On Saturday' show, "Iron Fist", "Loser", and "Speedfreak" were played. 


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Dark night nothing to see
Invisible hand in front of me
Scared to death there's someone near
Scared to move but you can't stay here

You know me, evil eye
You know me, prepare to die
You know me, the snakebite kiss
Devil's grip, the iron fist

Flying horse don't make a sound
Flying hooves don't touch the ground
Walk in circle lose your track
Can't go on but you can't go back

You know me, evil eye
You know me, prepare to die
You know me, you can't resist
Devil's grip, the iron fist

Moon eclipse and you know why
Ghost rider in the sky
Beast of evil devil's hound
Tooth and claw they pull you down

You know me, evil eye
You know me, prepare to die
You know me, the great white kiss
Devil's grip, the iron fist

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Motörhead

Motörhead ( /ˈmoʊtərhɛd/) are an English heavy metal band formed in 1975 by bassist, singer and songwriter Ian Fraser Kilmister, professionally known by his stage name Lemmy, who has remained the sole constant member. The band are often considered a precursor to or one of the earliest members of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal, which re-energised heavy metal in the late 1970s and early 1980s. To date, Motörhead have released twenty studio albums, seven live recordings, five compilation albums and five EPs. Usually a power trio, they had particular success in the early 1980s with several successful singles in the UK Top 40 chart. The albums Overkill, Bomber, Ace of Spades, and particularly No Sleep 'til Hammersmith, cemented Motörhead's reputation as one o… more »

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Written by: Edward Alan Clarke, Ian Kilmister, Philip John Taylor

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Album Information
"Iron Fist" is the title track of Motörhead's fifth studio album. Released in 1982, it became one of the band's most popular songs.
Line-up
The band's line-up for this album included Lemmy Kilmister on vocals and bass, Phil "Philthy Animal" Taylor on drums, and "Fast" Eddie Clarke on guitar.
Production
The "Iron Fist" album was the last to feature the classic Motörhead line-up of Lemmy, Clarke, and Taylor.
Chart Performance
The album reached No. 6 on the UK charts, making it the second highest charting Motörhead studio album.
Critical Reception
Despite its commercial success, the "Iron Fist" album received mixed reviews from critics, and even band members later expressed dissatisfaction with it.
Song Meaning
The lyrics to "Iron Fist" were written by Kilmister and are thought to be about personal strength and survival.
Impact on Pop Culture
The song "Iron Fist" has made its way into many areas of pop culture, featured in films, television shows, and video games like the popular Grand Theft Auto series.
Live Performance
"Iron Fist" is a staple at Motörhead's live performances, where it is often performed with an extended guitar solo.
Cover Versions
Despite the mixed initial reception, the song has been covered by many other artists, reflecting its enduring popularity. Bands like Slayer have released their own versions of the track.
Song Duration
The song "Iron Fist" has a duration of 2 minutes and 54 seconds.
Song Style
Like many of Motörhead's tracks, "Iron Fist" is characterized by its heavy guitar riffs, aggressive vocals, and fast tempo. Its sound reflects the band's unique fusion of heavy metal and punk rock elements.
Popular Opinion
In a 2011 poll by magazine Classic Rock, "Iron Fist" was voted as one of the Top 10 Motörhead songs.
Album Art
The imagery for the "Iron Fist" album cover, showing a rock-shaped fist, has become one of the band's most recognized visuals.

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