Aces High
Iron Maiden · Iron Maiden: Collector's Box [2009]
Then comes the sound of the guns sending flak
Out for the scramble we've got to get airborne
Got to get up for the coming attack.
Jump in the cockpit and start up the engines
Remove all the wheelblocks theres no time to waste
Gathering speed as we head down the runway
Gotta get airborne before it's too late
Running, scrambling, flying
Rolling, turning, diving, going in again
Running, scrambling, flying
Rolling, turning, diving
Run, live to fly, fly to live, do or die
Won't you run, live to fly, fly to live, Aces high.
Move in to fire at the mainstream of bombers
Let off a sharp burst and then turn away
Roll over, spin round to come in behind them
Move to their blindsides and firing again
Bandits at 8 o'clock move in behind us
Ten ME-109's out of the sun
Ascending and turning our spitfires to face them
Heading straight for them I press down my guns.
Rolling, turning, diving
Running, scrambling, flying, going in again
Rolling, turning, diving
Running, scrambling, flying
Run, live to fly, fly to live, do or die
Won't you run, live to fly, fly to live, Aces high
Aces High
Aces High stands as a defining track in Iron Maiden's extensive discography, showcasing the band's mastery of progressive heavy metal. Released during the mid-1980s, the song captures the atmospheric intensity characteristic of that era, blending intricate guitar work with soaring vocals. The composition reflects the group's ability to weave historical themes into their musical narrative, creating a piece that resonates with both longtime fans and new listeners. As a staple of their live performances, the track demonstrates the enduring power of their songwriting and instrumental precision. It remains a significant song in their catalogue, highlighting the artistic depth that has secured Iron Maiden's legacy within the global rock community.