Sniper ( NWOBHM Version )

(Verse 1) I’m a sniper, cloaked in shadow, Never missed a target, I take them down. Crime lords, crooked politicians, With a steady hand, I’ve cleaned the town. No room for guilt, I follow my path, Delivering justice, my heart ice cold. Calm and ruthless, I pull the trigger, One more voice fades, silenced in the dark. (Chorus) But this time, the target’s not the same— My childhood friend, a man of truth. The rifle I hold feels heavy now, Bound by a vow from a distant youth. (Verse 2) In our younger days, I was a stray, Fists scarred and marked, no one dared come close. But one friend alone stretched out his hand, The only friend I’d ever known. Strong in his morals, upright and true, "You’re more than a fighter,” he’d say to me. Unwavering, he stood by my side, Now those days haunt me, and I can’t breathe. (Chorus) But this time, the target’s not the same— My friend, who’s chasing dreams of change. The icy muzzle begins to shake, To guard what we swore, I must find a way. (Gitar Solo) (Bridge) Bound by the orders I’ve sworn to obey, Trapped in the iron cage of my fate. But my friend, I cannot erase you now, My own justice won’t allow it today. (Verse 3) I aim toward the stage where he stands, Finger tensed on the trigger, watching his face. The other sniper’s line draws near, So I set my sights on the glass he holds. The gunshot rings, his glass shatters, He and his guards duck to the ground. The second sniper’s shot goes wide, I turn my back and melt into the crowd. (Final Chorus) I know my days are numbered here, The wrath of the organization near. But my friend, live on, rise and lead, Change this nation, keep fighting free. (Outro) I am a sniper, fading away, A final shot to protect what’s right. Until my end, I’ll hold this prayer, That our promise lives on in the light.