to the tune of Sign Of The Cross

Spotlights on the six musicians, silhouettes stand against the stage
One in front with a bass held high, come to blow the fans away

Standing alone at the front of stage, feeling the tension that's growing
Sensing the rush of adrenaline, brought by the crowd that is cheering
Now the anxiety's waning away, no hint of doubt in the things you believe
Now with your bass you'll be giving your best, eager the audience awaits what is coming

Silent in thought you are standing there, feeling the eyes of the audience
Yes, you are blessed with an inner strength, playing the bass with a vengeance
Now you are shooting into the crowd, plucking your bass strings time and again
Wonderful shot, we feel so alive, inside the hall hear the cheers start to rise

You'll be singing each word when the moment comes
You'll be striving to make a fantastic day
And the crowd sings along when the moment comes
We'll be cheering, your play leaves us blown away

The sound of the bass, the wave of your hair
A fire in your eyes, the sound of the bass

And your songs will bring you eternal fame
They'll be bringing your band immortality
Pounding your rhythm, let the world be bassed
Iron Maiden tonight lays this hall to waste

The sound of the bass, the wave of your hair
A fire in your eyes, the sound of the bass
The sound of the bass, the wave of your hair
A fire in your eyes, the sound of the bass
The wave of your hair, the sound of the bass

Got a kick from playing for us, chose your music with heart and soul
Spotlights on the six musicians, come to blow the fans away

(written for Steve's 49th birthday. March 12th 2005)