Hero
Skillet
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I'm just a step away I'm just a breath away Losin' my faith today (Fallin' off the edge today) I am just a man Not superhuman (I'm not superhuman) Someone save me from the hate It's just another war Just another family torn (Falling from my faith today) Just a step from the edge Just another day in the world we live I need a hero to save me now I need a hero (save me now) I need a hero to save my life A hero'll save me (just in time) I've gotta fight today To live another day Speakin' my mind today (My voice will be heard today) I've gotta make a stand But I am just a man (I'm not superhuman) My voice will be heard today It's just another war Just another family torn (My voice will be heard today) It's just another kill The countdown begins to destroy ourselves I need a hero to save me now I need a hero (save me now) I need a hero to save my life A hero'll save me (just in time) I need a hero to save my life I need a hero just in time Save me just in time Save me just in time Who's gonna fight for what's right Who's gonna help us survive We're in the fight of our lives (And we're not ready to die) Who's gonna fight for the weak Who's gonna make 'em believe I've got a hero (I've got a hero) Livin' in me I'm gonna fight for what's right Today I'm speaking my mind And if it kills me tonight (I will be ready to die) A hero's not afraid to give his life A hero's gonna save me just in time I need a hero to save me now I need a hero (save me now) I need a hero to save my life A hero'll save me (just in time) I need a hero Who's gonna fight for what's right Who's gonna help us survive I need a hero Who's gonna fight for the weak Who's gonna make 'em believe I need a hero I need a hero A hero's gonna save me just in time
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Written by: JOHN COOPER, KOREY COOPER
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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13 facts about this song
Genre Type"Hero" is a song in the Christian rock genre, blending elements of heavy metal and symphonic rock.
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Album AppearanceThe song is part of the album "Awake," which was released by Skillet in 2009; it is the second track on the album.
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Commercial Success"Hero" was a commercially successful track - it topped the Billboard Christian Rock Chart, reached #26 on the Mainstream Rock Tracks chart, and #2 on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles chart.
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Chart PresenceApart from its success in the United States, "Hero" also charted in the top 20 in New Zealand and Canada.
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Collaborative EffortJohn Cooper, the lead vocalist of Skillet, co-wrote "Hero" with producer and songwriter Kevin Churko.
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Lyrical ThemeThe song expresses a universal feeling of needing a hero and emphasizes the concept of inner strength and individual power.
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Critical ReactionCritics have praised "Hero" for its energetic orchestration, compelling lyrics, and strong vocal performances.
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Popularity in SportsThe song gained further attention when it was used by the National Football League (NFL) for their 2009-2010 season promotion.
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Music VideoThe song's music video, released in 2009, shows the band performing in a warehouse, whilst various people are shown facing and overcoming their fears and troubles.
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AwardsSkillet won the Rock Album of the Year at the 2010 Dove Award for the album "Awake," which features "Hero."
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Usage in Popular CultureBesides sports, "Hero" was used in the promotional ads for the first season of the TV show "The Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes," and also in various video games like WWE Smackdown vs Raw 2010 and Transformers: Dark of The Moon.
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Song Duration"Hero" lasts 3 minutes and 6 seconds, making it one of Skillet's shorter tracks.
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Event Placement"Hero" is often used close to the end of Skillet's live sets, due to its high energy and popularity.
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