Holy Smoke
Iron Maiden
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Believe in me, send us money Died on the cross and that ain't funny But my so called friends they're making me a joke They missed out what I said like I never spoke They choose what they want to hear, they don't tell a lie They just leave out the truth as they're watching you die They're saving your souls by taking your money Flies around shit, bees around honey [Chorus] Holy Smoke Holy Smoke, plenty bad preachers for The Devil to stoke Feed'em in feet first this is no joke This is thirsty work making Holy Smoke yeah making Holy Smoke Jimmy Reptile and all his friends Say they gonna be with you at the end Burning records burning books Holy soldiers nazi looks Crocodile smiles just wait a while Till the TV queen gets her make-up clean I've lived in filth I've lived in sin And I still smell cleaner than the shit you're in [Chorus] Holy Smoke, smells good They ain't religious but they ain't no fools When Noah built his cadillac it was cool Two by two they're still going down And the satellite circus just left town I think they're strange and when they're dead They can have a Lincoln for their bed Friend of the president trick of the tail Now they ain't got a prayer 100 years in jail [Chorus] Holy Smoke
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Written by: Bruce Dickinson, Stephen Percy Harris
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10 facts about this song
Album Origin"Holy Smoke" is a track from the globally renowned British band Iron Maiden's album titled "No Prayer for the Dying," which was released in 1990.
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Chart PerformanceDespite mixed reviews from critics, the song was commercially successful. It peaked at number 3 on the UK Singles Chart, showcasing its popularity among the audience.
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Band Line-up ChangeThis song marked a change in the band's line-up. After Adrian Smith's departure, guitarist Janick Gers joined the band. "Holy Smoke" was part of Gers' first studio recording with Iron Maiden.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Holy Smoke" is known for its silly, light-hearted tone, which is atypical for Iron Maiden. The members are seen messing around on a farm, playing their instruments, and depicting some humorous images related to the song's lyrics.
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Song ThemeThe song is a critique and satirical take on the hypocrisy of televangelists and religious figures that exploit their followers for financial gain. Its lyrics contain strong, blunt messaging aimed at exposing these figures.
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Single Release"Holy Smoke" was the first single to be released from the "No Prayer for the Dying" album. It was released on 10 September 1990.
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B-Side TrackThe single's B-side was a song titled "All in Your Mind," which is a cover of a song originally recorded by the band Stray.
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Live PerformancesAfter the "No Prayer on the Road" tour, the song was retired from the band's live set lists and has not been performed since 1991.
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Song WritingIt is among those Iron Maiden songs penned solely by Bruce Dickinson, the band's lead vocalist. Usually, bassist Steve Harris takes lead on songwriting.
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Promo SingleFor promotional purposes, a 7-inch single was released with a fold-out poster, along with the songs "Kill Me Ce Soir" and "I'm a Mover," which were not included in the album.
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