I'm Native (Navajo Tribe) and I love this song. Paints a true picture of the atrocities committed by both sides of the Indian Wars. Ironic though that when Natives were sent to school they were forced to give up their language but when WWII came a code was developed using Navajo and a few other languages. This code was instrumental in the US winning the war. Watch the movie "Code Talkers" to get a sense of what happened. It's not 100% accurate but it's close. My uncle was one of the Navajo Code Talkers.

Iron Maiden is what happens when your history teacher just says "ah screw it, I'm starting a metal band"... a lot of their songs are essentially history lessons you can headbang to

As I said last time Iron Maiden is all about History, Literature, and Mythology. Awesome fodder for inspiration.

As a native man, this song hits right in the soul.

Steve Harris is a fucking legend on the bass. Those gallops absolutely drive the song.

Not many rappers sing like Bruce Dickinson.

"Rhyme of the Ancient Mariner" helped me pass junior honors english.

I'm native (Blood Tribe, Blackfoot Nation) Skins all across this land can relate to this song. It's very touching, how iron Maiden tells a story in 6 minutes of the power of Greed, and extreme prejudice.

"The lead singer has a very good vocal range" - a truer thing has never been said bruce dickenson is one of the most talented singers in heavy metal/rock and roll

Iron Maiden are an educational band. They write songs about history, classic literature, and mythology. I used to sit and research Maiden songs in an encyclopedia and I would get books from the library on the subjects they sing about. I learned more from Maiden than I learned in high school. The lyrics in Run to the Hills are dark because the story is real. Maiden makes you think. You should check out Ryme of the Ancient Mariner and also read the original poem for yourself. You'll love it because it plays out like a killer horror movie and the poem was written back in the 1400s!

The important thing to know about songs like these is that just because they're about historical atrocities like these, it doesn't mean they are supporting them. Most of the time, it's calling out the atrocities for their evil. This song is simply about the colonisation of America by Europeans and the Indian wars between the Native Americans and the American Cavalry. The song switches between the perspectives of both.

Steve Harris (bass) of Iron Maiden wrote 'Run to the hills' from the perspective from BOTH the native Americans and the 'cowboys' fighting each other in America... the video used old silent comedy movies of Buster Keaton. The single 'Run to the hills' was a huge success for Maiden in 1982, cos it introduced a new singer Bruce Dickinson, who replaced the previous singer Paul Di'Anno after 2 albums... Iron Maiden had some success, but by 1981, they couldn't carry on w/ Di'Anno as their vocalist AND they were out of songs! So they recruited Samson vocalist Bruce Dickinson and had to write a new album as well... that became their 3rd album 'The number of the beast' in 1982... They wanted a single out to introduce Dickinson as their new singer & picked 'Run to the hills' also to promote a European tour... The single was a hit in Europe and the album went to #1 on the UK charts and was a huge hit in the US, Asia and Australia.

Dude !! You're basically talking about one of the best metal songs of all time !!! Has to be in the top 10 for me , the band iron maiden is by far one of the all time metal bands to set the standard in quality and stand the test of time , music on planet earth and is absolutely privileged to have shared what it's had to offer

When you were comparing Bruce's lyrics to rap and then about the genocide. Understand that Bruce is a professor, fencer, pilot and singer. Multi talented to say the least. If you want a history lesson, check out Alexander the Great 👍 or if you want to empress your English professor, Rime of the Ancient Marineer. Bruce also overcame throat cancer surgery and still wails. 🤘

"It sounds like some dark stuff " .... It's about the American/Indian wars and the atrocities done by both. The song literally goes from one perspective to the others. Yeah it's dark stuff because it all actually happened. Check out more of their songs and you not only get entertained but you get educated. Iron Maiden makes you think as well as feel.

Sad that people think Metal is bunch of noise. When in fact, it skillful art. With a story.

Iron Maiden teaching history one song at a time

They are still kicking it in their 60's, concert from 2019 is on yt.

Iron maiden Aces high

Back in the 1980's, I heard Iron Maiden on the radio only once. This band was absolutely hated by the establishment. Iron Maiden is all dark stuff. The music itself is fairly simple, but the pace never lets up, and the guitar solos are very well thought out.

I've seen Iron Maiden live, they're really good, and you were 100 correct, this is about genocide of the Native Americans, but yes, surprisingly upbeat. Maiden always picks topics you won't hear many other places. You should check out Number of the Beast if you really want to hear Bruce's vocal range. But I have to plug Powerslave, that's one of my favs and one of the only songs about Egyptian Mythology you'll ever hear. :0

Maiden is just one of the best heavy metal bands there ever was. Singer Bruce Dickinson is one of the best singers and I think the best front man in metal. Enjoyed the video, keep it up

Older mixed Blood Native from Canada in the 80s and 90s Iron Maiden had a dedicated native following Thousands from all over would come to their shows. I remember one concert Bruce brought a bunch of natives on stage to sing "run to the hills with him" and yes it's about our death . BUT they also tells it from our prospective as well, which in those days was extremely rare.

There's so much history with this song for me. Saw the show. Waited behind a pillar at Macy's all night for tickets to be first in line. For me this song is a celebration of a struggle being recognized thru out the world of indigenous struggle. Thx for the review. Toast to Joe and Eric

Every inch of land in the world was conquered.

Watching this guy is like watching a grandad's reacting to Maiden, it goes to so how these rappers are missing out on quality song content, lyrics, delivery and power of a hard rock band

One of the best bands in the world!!!!!😄🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌

His enunciation is really good when he sings which I think is what makes it sound a little like he’s speaking the words. It’s just you can hear them so clearly, even when he is singing at really high registers. He is an amazing singer, he’s got lungs made of titanium lol

This was one of the first songs that really brought that dark part of history to the forefront, The first half is the Native perspective and the second half is the Invaders perspective. Sadly the genocide still continues because of religion. They are digging up thousands of graves of Native children who were sent into the Catholic school system to never return home. It is because of atrocities like this that proves Mankind's only hope is extinction. Every other life form deserves to survive before Us.

Yeah, I still remember the "1st time I heard this"!! A friend's 70's type Plymouth Barracuda(purple)!! With a Jensen stereo & 4 speakers & just "CRANKING IT UP"!?!

I love what you're doing here man... making me reminisce about all the metal I grew up on.... I'm now revisiting all these albums.

Not even lying, I always learn something from a iron maiden song that's part of the reason why I love them .

The only metal band who's songs give a history lesson!

Great that you can dig the music and appreciate the historical commentary of the song at the same time. Maiden are awesome at that!

I love your reaction! I’ve always been the person totally willing to listen to anything, you never know what you’ll like!

Iron Maiden tells stories and they love the plight of the american indian aka native american. This was their first song going into that story. They were outnumbered and outgunned. So, running to the hills was the only option. So, it was kind of a love story, the love story of what they went through! Iron Maiden loves native americans and if you go through their album lists you'll see them sing about things that they went through and believed!

Never really been into Iron Maiden.... just wanted to pop in and say "hey"!! You're doing a great job and I love your reactions!!! Your Dad has every reason to proud of you!!! Keep 'em coming!! :)

You wonder what Bruce´s vocal range is? Hallowed by thy Name, live version Hammersmith 1982.

Up the irons sir. I am jealous that you get to experience these songs for the first time. I saw them in the mid 80s when i was 16. Been hooked since. Welcome to the Brotherhood, my friend. It only gets better.

Iron Maiden is a great band, I even got their Mascot Eddy tattooed on my left upper arm shoulder area. I use the Trooper Eddy. For those who don't know Iron Maiden, Trooper Eddy, just look look up Iron Maiden Trooper, you'll see a picture of Eddy in his red coat saber and a tattered Union Jack.

Love this song because they call out their ancestors’ sins. I became a history teacher because of this band. Bought my first Maiden album when I was 12…. I am 47 now. I love watching your reaction to their music.

This song came out when I was 11, now I'm 50. Bruce's voice is four octave and it is awesome to see younger people checking it out and loving it. Iron Maiden has always been about anti war and anti hate, they sing these songs so younger generations don't lose sight that this world progressed by other people's misery at the hands of evil. I appreciate you young man and when I was your age even though I was a metal head I loved Run DMC and the Beastie Boys.

3:22 - that moment a person realizes that Iron Maiden is giving them a history lesson. LMAO

You, young man, are a hero for this! :)

i never understand some ppls fascination with shoes, for me they are just there to stop your feet hurting

The difference to rap is that these guys are really really proficient on their instruments. Yeah, he's "rapping" at the beginning, but underneath that is some really skillful guitar playing that you completely ignored.

The drumming it’s like horses galloping that shit is awesome

Great job of seeing the parallels and sharing them with your audience. Good for you sir!

This one's 🔥 they've got SOOOOOO much good shit tho! They were amazing story tellers & touched on shit NOBODY else ever would.

Iron Maiden - history lessons through rock music 😃

Hey I'm watching this with a ripped jacket on so, glass houses 😀. And yes you nailed the meaning of the song right away. It's one of those songs like "Jessie's Girl" or "Billie Jean" that it's in your face what the song is about but the beat around it and the way they say the words, you still jam out to it.

One of my ALL TIME FAVORITE SONGS ….. EVER!!!! Never gets old.

Bruce Dickinson (the singer here) is not rapping. (LOL) Just because something rhymes doesn't automatically make it a rap lyric. This guy can sing and carry a note (extremely well), most rappers cannot - they kind of just speak with emphasis on words.

It's really not Rap because it uses melody. Rap is rhythmic but absent of vocal melody.

Dude you always make me laugh. Love your videos mate. Liked and subbed. Love from ENGLAND

Love your enthusiasm Jojo.

Hey JoJo..great reaction! For this song...You definitely need to read the lyrics. It is a heavy song...despite how lit it is. "White man came across the sea. He brought us pain and misery.(Meaning: Indigenous American's/Native American's-the rightful inhabitants of this land). They killed our tribes, they killed our creed. He took our game for his own need......& so on.... Worth a re-listen..perhaps with a lyric video. I was lucky enough to see Iron Maiden twice in concert. Once in high school..I was 15. They played with Anthrax. Then again when I was 24. They played with Judas Priest & Queensryche. On our way in to the concert...I was stopped by a roadie or security for Iron Maiden (idk?) & asked if I wanted to be on stage during the show for a particular song (forget which one..haha I'm getting old, lol) I'd join a few other women that were also asked and we'd have to wear white togas and surround Bruce who was in a cage all while groping at the cage, haha... as if adoring him like he was a God...it was hilarious, but awesome, tbh. Silly me decided against it. Didn't want to leave my friends and I was too darn shy to be on stage groping at the very famous Bruce Dickinson in front of a huge audience of strangers. No way! LOL I somewhat regret it, honestly. Nonetheless...I had a great time & was super flattered they even asked me & thought I was attractive enough to be on stage groping at Bruce Dickinson (I was young and more attractive than I realized at the time..& I did look damn hot that night..now that I think about it, haha)! I could have been backstage and probtably could have met them all..maybe even Rob Halford & Geoff Tate,,,as well as the other very talented band members. ::SIGH:: Cool memory to look back on, even though I chose to watch the concert from the audience with friends. Was a Fantastic show with 3 incredibly talented vocalists in metal~ : )

Blackened by metallica

Very cool! Thanks for the music!

We all get to re live our first listen to these great songs through dudes like you. 🤟

Up the Irons! And yes you’re correct there’s an unpleasant history lesson in there. Maiden has lots of songs that incorporate historical or literary themes. I used to include these references in high school and college papers (even more so with Rush).

Bruce wasn’t rapping, rapping is wack, but this is legendary

Love to watch young people dig the music from the best days of my life...Rock On!

This song was so popular. Love it

The song is from two different point of views.

Great reaction Jo Jo! I’d love to see you react to some Boston if u haven’t already. Try Peace of Mind or More Than a Feeling. Keep rockin!

Love your spirit dude!

See how every song has a huge meaning. Great band!

The lyrics are important but your focus always seems to be on the instruments more than anything else. You have the lyrics pulled up for every song reaction you do, but are always questioning what they're saying or questioning what the meaning is. Maybe you should look into it ahead of time so the song(s) will mean more and make more sense.

Wrong. I can’t stand rap and I love Iron Maiden.

Iron maiden sounds awesome, then you listen, and suddenly your getting a history lesson you will not forget.

Multi musical fan here i usually listen to mostly rap in my free time but huge maiden fan as well been watching your vids for a while and just subscribed id love to see you check out more older live maiden performances

You should do “Painkiller” by Judas Priest the beat drops hard

Classic! Do a gift to yourself, react The rime of an ancient mariner, totally mind blowing

Keep up the good work Jojo🤘🏼

GASP you already did it. Just suggested it. Goodtimes thanks fellah

Read the lyrics to this song ! To us indgenious people this is the truth of how the wh8 people treated us but they still treat us this way even today. I am from a tribe called Southern Paiute out of Utah.

Have you reacted to the song.. Can I Play With Madness By Iron Maiden. Another anthemic song, that gets played on pub juke boxes all over the world.

The "heavy metal" from the 80's is great, well written music played by truly talented artist, much like the hip hop amd rap ftom that same era. I've heard some local freestyle rappers rap rock songs and it still works.

I was a huge Iron Maiden fan in high school ...had my bedroom covered with their artistic posters✨

Next go with either "Fear of the Dark" or the "Rhyme of the ancient mariner."

The closest Iron Maiden ever came to a “hit” single.

That was the best reaction :D

It's my favourite Maiden song, awesome to see you getting into it, dude.

But, it's a tribute, to their strife....native perspective...how wrong it was.

Listen to “Run Through The Jungle” by Creedence Clearwater Revival or “Desperado” by Eagles

Omg! Was wondering if you had done this one!

Good job bro, giving you props

Hey man, you should react to Nothin But A Good Time by Poison, or Cum On Feel The Noise by Quiet Riot!!! You won’t be disappointed!!!

Not rap at all

Another GREAT song !!

Iron maiden always puts history in there music love your show UP YOUR IRONS KEEP ROCKING

Yikes, you still think singing is rapping.

I never realized this song is about genocide for the natives. I thought it was about real evil making us run for the hills since the cover of the album has satan on it. I'm part Cherokee indian. So, this song is different now. And, I never thought about how it sounds like rapping. I'll never look at rock music the same.

LFR JoJo I like your energy when you listen to this song

Nice job ..one of my fave bands....

Jojo do some Judas priest

You have so many more songs by this band to discover. Have fun going down the iron maiden rabbit hole. I must say I'm a bit jealous

I'm Cherokee and Seminole, this song hits deep. Don't worry about ripped shirts, I have shirts from 20 years ago that are ripped and stitched back together. Keep on Rocking, from an old school Metalhead born in 1980!

all in my brother tnks from brazil , great canal try more metal this is top