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The Clairvoyant (song)

"The Clairvoyant" is a song by the English heavy metal band Iron Maiden. It is the band's nineteenth single and the third from their seventh studio album, Seventh Son of a Seventh Son (1988). The single, which was also released as a clear vinyl, peaked at number six in the British charts. It contains three live performances from Maiden's 1988 headlining performance at the Monsters of Rock festival in Donington Park.

Song information
The song starts in the first person, from the main character's point of view. Later, when he is dead it is in the third person. According to Steve Harris, the song was inspired by the death of psychic Doris Stokes, and her wondering that if she were truly able to see the future, would not she had foreseen her own death? The song's guitar solo is played by Dave Murray. == Track listing ==
Track listing
;7" Single ;12" Single ==Personnel==
Personnel
Production credits are adapted from the 12 inch vinyl cover. ;Iron Maiden • Bruce Dickinson – lead vocalsDave Murray – guitarAdrian Smith – guitar, backing vocalsSteve Harris – bass guitar, backing vocals • Nicko McBrain – drums ;Additional musicians • Michael Kenney – keyboards ;Production • Martin Birch – producer • Tony Wilson – producer • Derek Riggs – cover illustrationRoss Halfin – photography ==Versions==
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