The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner (2015 Remaster) Songtext
von Iron Maiden

Tough of the track with the wind
And the rain that′s beating down on your back
Your heart's beating loud
And goes on, getting louder

And goes on even more ′til the sound
Is ringing in your head with every step you tread
And every breath you take
Determination

Makes you run, never stop
Gotta win, gotta run 'til you drop
Keep the pace, hold the race
Your mind is getting clearer

You're over halfway there, but the miles
They never seem to end, as if you′re in a dream
Not getting anywhere
It seems so futile


Run, on and on
Run, on and on
The loneliness of the long distance runner

I′ve got to keep running the course
I've got to keep running and win at all costs
I′ve got to keep going, be strong
Must be so determined and push myself on

Run over stiles, across fields
Turn to look at who's on your heels
Way ahead of the field
The line is getting nearer

But do you want the glory that goes?
You reach the final stretch
Ideals are just a trace
You feel like throwing the race
It′s all so futile

Run, on and on
Run, on and on
The loneliness of the long distance runner


Run, on and on
Run, on and on
The loneliness of the long distance runner