Gangland
Gangland

Iron Maiden - Gangland Lyrics

Rock
Mar 22, 1982
135
Gangland Music Video

Gangland Lyrics

Shadows may hide you but also may be your grave
You're running today maybe tomorrow you'll be saved
You pray for daylight to save you for a while
You wonder if your children will face the killer's smile

Dead men, tell no tales
In Gangland, murder's up for sale
Dead men, tell no tales
In Gangland, where jail birds die

Face at the window leers into your own
But it's only your reflection still you tremble in your bones
How long can you hide? How long till they come?
A rat in a trap but you've got to survive

Once you were glad to be free for a while
The air tasted good and the world was your friend
Then came the day when the hard times began
Now your alone but alive for how long?

Dead men, tell no tales
In Gangland, murder's up for sale
Dead men, tell no tales
In Gangland, where jail birds die

A knife at your throat another body on the pile
A contract to keep and it's service with a smile
Murder for vengeance or murder for gain
Death on the streets or a blackened out jail

Dead men, tell no tales
In Gangland, murder's up for sale
Dead men, tell no tales
In Gangland, where jail birds die

Dead men
Gangland
Murder
Gangland tell no tales

Writer(s): Clive Ronald Burr, Adrian Frederick Smith
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sentric Music
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who wrote the lyrics for 'Gangland' by Iron Maiden?

    The lyrics for 'Gangland' were written by Clive Burr and Adrian Smith, members of Iron Maiden.

  2. What is the theme of the song 'Gangland'?

    The song 'Gangland' explores themes of survival in a gritty, dangerous environment. It deals with the perils of living in a world where murder is prevalent and survival is uncertain, emphasizing a sense of constant threat and paranoia.

  3. On which Iron Maiden album is 'Gangland' featured?

    'Gangland' is featured on Iron Maiden's third studio album, 'The Number of the Beast,' released on March 22, 1982.

  4. What was the original choice for the song in place of 'Gangland' on the album?

    Originally, Iron Maiden considered including 'Total Eclipse' on 'The Number of the Beast' instead of 'Gangland.' Several band members have expressed regret for not making this choice.

  5. How did the inclusion of 'Gangland' affect the album's history?

    The decision to include 'Gangland' resulted from a need to choose between it and 'Total Eclipse' for the album. Steve Harris later felt 'Total Eclipse' would have been a better choice, leading to its inclusion in the 1998 CD reissue and 2022 vinyl reissue.

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