Tears of the Dragon

"Tears of the Dragon" is the first single from Bruce Dickinson's second solo album, Balls to Picasso, released on 16 May 1994. AllMusic called "Tears of the Dragon" a "magnificent" track, "by far the album's best song".

Lyrically, the song describes Dickinson's feelings about leaving Iron Maiden.

Track listing

• CD 1

1. "Tears of the Dragon" Ã¢Â€Â“ 6:23
2. "The Breeding House" Ã¢Â€Â“ 5:20
3. "No Way Out... to be Continued" Ã¢Â€Â“ 7:31

• CD 2

1. "Tears of the Dragon" (acoustic chill-out) Ã¢Â€Â“ 4:34
2. "Winds of Change" Ã¢Â€Â“ 4:15
3. "Spirit of Joy" Ã¢Â€Â“ 3:13

Credits

• Bruce Dickinson – vocals
• Roy Z – guitar
• Eddie Cassillas – bass guitar
• Dickie Fliszar – drums

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