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[2025] A roundup of IRON MAIDEN’s popular and classic songs

Formed in 1975 and boasting an activity history approaching 50 years, Iron Maiden is the ultimate heavy metal band, still going strong as a fully active act in the 2020s.

In September 2024, they realized their first Japan tour in about six years, electrifying metalheads across the country—a memory still fresh for many.

For those who’ve recently become interested in this iconic band—emblematic of heavy metal not only for their music but also for their mascot “Eddie,” a figure even people who haven’t heard their songs have likely seen—this article compiles and introduces their signature and most popular tracks.

The lineup also includes songs frequently performed at recent live shows, so be sure to check it out!

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[2025] A roundup of IRON MAIDEN’s popular and classic songs
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1The TrooperIron Maiden4th album 'Piece Of Min…'
2Aces HighIron MaidenThe fifth album, released in 1984, “...
3Fear of the DarkIron MaidenReleased in 1992 as the 9th album...
4Hallowed Be Thy NameIron MaidenThe third album released in 1982, ‘The …’
52 Minutes to MidnightIron MaidenThe 5th album released in 1984, ‘P…’
6Phantom Of The OperaIron MaidenStarting with Japan, as well as in America and Germany, goals...
7The Number of the BeastIron MaidenReleased in 1982 as their third album…
8Wasted YearsIron MaidenThe sixth album, released in 1986, Al...
9Run to the HillsIron MaidenIt was given the Japanese title “A Proud Battle”...
10ProwlerIron MaidenThe music that emerged in the United Kingdom in the late 1970s…
11Heaven Can WaitIron MaidenBy an iconic figure of British metal...
12Death of the CeltsIron MaidenIron Maiden relea… in September 2021
13Hell on EarthIron MaidenThe 2021 album “Senjutsu”…
14Can I Play With MadnessIron MaidenThe band's second UK number-one album...
15The Book of SoulsIron MaidenAn epic that showcases Iron Maiden’s musical evolution…
16The Writing On The WallIron MaidenBritish metal, of which the UK is proud to present to the world...
17Days Of Future PastIron MaidenWith the themes of posthumous judgment and the search for atonement, for eternity…
18Caught Somewhere in TimeIron MaidenThe O… of the Japan tour that took place in September 2024
19KillersIron MaidenReleased in 1981 as their second album...
20The Wicker ManIron MaidenFor fans of the 2000s, it could even be a shock...
21If Eternity Should FailIron MaidenAn epic musical experience that explores the abyss of the soul, offe…
22The Evil That Men DoIron MaidenFor Iron Maiden, it will be the second time...
23Running FreeIron MaidenThe first album, “I…,” released in 1980
24Iron MaidenIron Maiden1st album 'Iron Maiden'...
25SenjutsuIron MaidenBritish metal, of which the UK is proud to present to the world...
26Dance Of DeathIron MaidenReleased in 2003 as their 13th album, Ri...
27Sign Of The CrossIron MaidenThe bass drum rhythm is cool! 1…
28Afraid To Shoot StrangersIron MaidenReleased in 1992 as the 9th album...
29PurgatoryIron MaidenThe second album, “K…,” released in 1981
30REMEMBER TOMORROWIron MaidenReleased in 1980 as their first album...
31WrathchildIron MaidenThe second album, “K…,” released in 1981
32Speed Of LightIron MaidenHow about some fast-paced, classic heavy rock?
33Flight Of IcarusIron MaidenThe choppy, staccato-like guitar and bass phrases are so coo—
34Sea Of MadnessIron MaidenWith blazing guitar riffs and a bass phrase, the intro...
35Brave New WorldIron MaidenThe album “Brave,” released in 2000…
36Bring Your Daughter To The SlaughterIron MaidenThe film A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Cha...
37PowerslaveIron MaidenAn energetic band ensemble can be heard…
38Children Of The DamnedIron MaidenThe album “Th…” released in 1982
39Wasting LoveIron MaidenA ... that had a tremendous impact on the history of heavy metal
40FuturealIron MaidenIt’s a high-energy, fast-paced hard rock tune.
41MoonchildIron MaidenThe album “The Seventh…” released in 1988
42PaschendaleIron Maiden…the 2003 release that debuted early in Japan
43Number Of The BeastIron MaidenThe legend of the heavy metal world, Iron Me...
44Another rock and roll ChristmasIron MaidenThe band Iron Me..., said to be a driving force in heavy metal,
45The Reincarnation Of Benjamin BreegIron MaidenThe album “A …,” released in 2006
46The Longest DayIron MaidenAn Iron Maiden song that depicts the Normandy landings
47Tears of a ClownIron MaidenIro…
48The PrisonerIron MaidenBy Iron Maiden, in 1982…
49The Ides of MarchIron MaidenAn instrumental track etched into the band’s history...
50The NomadIron MaidenA guitar phrase reminiscent of folk music lingers in my ears…
51Murders in the Rue MorgueIron MaidenInspired by a short story by Edgar Allan Poe...
52Satellite 15… The Final FrontierIron MaidenThe undulating bass phrase is striking. 2…
53Ghost of the NavigatorIron MaidenThrough voyages and explorations, the challenge of the unknown and the essence of human nature...
54The TalismanIron MaidenUnfolding as a grand maritime epic, this work is a 20…