Wrathchild
Iron Maiden · Ed Hunter [2007]
of angriness and greed
of dominance and persecution
My mother was a queen
my dad I've never seen
I was never meant to be.
Now I spend my time
looking all around
For a man that's nowhere
to be found,
Until I find him,
I'm never gonna stop searching
I'm going to find my man
gonna travel round.
so long wrathchild
Yeah I'm a wrathchild,
hello wrathchild
comin' to get you
oooh yeaheyeah
Some say it shouldn't matter
ain't nothing gonna alter
the course of my destination
But I know I've gotta find
some seriaus peace of mind
or I know I'll just go crazy
Now I spend my time
looking all around
For a man that's nowhere
to be found,
Until I find him,
I'm never gonna stop searching
I'm going to find my man
gonna travel round.
so long wrathchild
well I'm a wrathchild
yeah wrathchild
comin' to get you
oooh yeaheyeah
Wrathchild
Wrathchild stands as a defining track from Iron Maiden's 1985 album Powerslave, capturing the band at the height of their classic era. The song showcases the group's signature blend of galloping rhythms and soaring melodies, driven by Steve Harris's distinctive bass lines and Bruce Dickinson's powerful vocals. Thematically, it explores the struggle of a young man against societal expectations and the weight of his father's legacy, reflecting the band's frequent engagement with historical and personal narratives. As a staple of their live performances, the track remains a testament to the band's enduring influence on heavy metal. Its inclusion in various compilations and live recordings underscores its lasting appeal within the genre, cementing its place in the band's extensive discography.