Fear of the Dark is a song by the heavy metal band Iron Maiden. Written by Steve Harris, the bands bassist and primary songwriter, the song deals with the theme of being afraid of the dark and being alone. Its catchy melody and powerful chorus have made it a fan favorite and a highlight of the bands live performances.
Key: Dm
Introduction:
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I am a man who walks alone,
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and when I'm walking a dark road
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at night or strolling through the park
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When the lights begin to change,
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I sometimes feel a little strange
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a little anxious when it's dark
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Fear of the dark, Fear of the dark,
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I have a constant fear that something's always near
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Fear of the dark, Fear of the dark,
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I have a phobia that someone's always there
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Have you run your fingers down the wall
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And have you felt your neck skin crawl
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When you're searching for the light
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Sometimes when you're scared to take a look
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At the corner of the room
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You've sensed that something's watching you
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Fear of the dark, Fear of the dark,
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I have a constant fear that something's always near
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Fear of the dark, Fear of the dark,
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I have a phobia that someone's always there
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Have you ever been alone at night
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Thought you heard footsteps behind
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And turned around and no one's there?
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And as you quicken up your pace
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You find it hard to look again
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Because you're sure there's someone there
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Fear of the dark, Fear of the dark,
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I have a constant fear that something's always near
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Fear of the dark, Fear of the dark,
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I have a phobia that someone's always there
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Watching horror films the night before
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Debating witches and folklore
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The unknown troubles on your mind
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Maybe your mind is playing tricks
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You sense, and suddenly eyes fix
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On dancing shadows from behind
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Fear of the dark, Fear of the dark,
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I have a constant fear that something's always near
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C
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Fear of the dark, Fear of the dark,
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C
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I have a phobia that someone's always there
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C
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Fear of the dark, Fear of the dark,
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C
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I have a constant fear that something's always near