Children Of The Damned
Iron Maiden · Eddie: Head Box [13 Cds] [1998]
But watch his eyes burn you away.
Black holes in his golden stare
God knows he wants to go home
Children of The Damned
Children of The Damned
Children of The Damned
Children of The Damned
He's walking like a dead man.
If he had lived he would have crucified us all.
Now he's standing on the last step.
He thought oblivion, well he beckons us all.
Children of The Damned
Children of The Damned
Children of The Damned
Children of The Damned
Now it's burning his hands, he's turning to laugh,
Smiles as the flames sear his flesh.
Melting his face, screaming in pain.
PEELING THE SKIN FROM HIS EYES
Watch him die according to plan,
He's dust on the ground, what did we learn.
You're Children of The Damned,
Your back's against the wall.
You turn into the light.
You're Children of The Damned,
Like candles watch them burn.
Burning in the light,
You'll burn again tonight.
You're Children of The Damned.
Children Of The Damned
Iron Maiden's 'Children Of The Damned' stands as a quintessential example of the band's progressive heavy metal evolution during the late 1990s. Recorded for the extensive 'Eddie: Head Box' compilation, the track showcases the group's signature blend of melodic sensibility and technical precision, featuring Phil Collins' distinctive vocals and Bruce Dickinson's soaring lead work. The song reflects the era's shift toward more complex song structures while maintaining the theatrical storytelling that defined Maiden's discography. As a staple of their live performances and a key component of their broader catalog, the recording exemplifies the band's ability to merge classic thrash influences with progressive rock elements, cementing their status as a global heavy metal icon.