Run to the Hills

Feel the thunderous gallop of Iron Maiden's legendary 1982 heavy metal anthem, "Run to the Hills"! Driven by its iconic rhythm and Bruce Dickinson's soaring vocals, this track became a massive hit. Its relentless energy makes it a perfect workout song and a metal classic.

Released as the lead single from Iron Maiden's seminal 1982 album The Number of the Beast, "Run to the Hills" marked Bruce Dickinson's debut on record with the band. Its powerful narrative, driving heavy metal intensity, and unforgettable chorus propelled it up the charts, becoming one of Maiden's signature songs.

This 1982 heavy metal staple tells a historical story with unmatched energy, featuring Steve Harris's galloping bassline and explosive drumming. Its driving rhythm and powerful delivery make it an ideal workout song, while its place in heavy metal history as a breakthrough track for Iron Maiden remains undisputed.

SONG MEANING: The song depicts the colonization of North America and the resulting conflict between European settlers and Native Americans. It presents perspectives from both sides: the Native Americans experiencing invasion ("White man came across the sea / He brought us pain and misery") and the settlers engaging in conquest ("Chasing the redskins back to their holes"). The chorus reflects the Native Americans' desperate flight for survival.