Superman
Five for Fighting
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I can't stand to fly I'm not that naive I'm just out to find The better part of me I'm more than a bird, I'm more than a plane I'm more than some pretty face beside a train And it's not easy to be me Wish that I could cry Fall upon my knees Find a way to lie About a home I'll never see It may sound absurd, but don't be naive Even heroes have the right to bleed I may be disturbed, but won't you concede Even heroes have the right to dream And it's not easy to be me Up, up and away, away from me Now it's all right, you can all sleep sound tonight I'm not crazy Or anything I can't stand to fly I'm not that naive Men weren't meant to ride With clouds between their knees I'm only a man in a silly red sheet Digging for kryptonite on this one way street Only a man in a funny red sheet Looking for special things inside of me Inside of me Inside me Inside me Inside of me I'm only a man In a funny red sheet I'm only a man Looking for a dream I'm only a man In a funny red sheet And it's not easy No, it's not easy to be me Me
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Written by: John Ondrasik
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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14 facts about this song
Release DateThe song "Superman" was initially released on April 10, 2000, as part of the album "American Town".
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Chart Performance"Superman" became a commercial success reaching the 14th spot on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Grammy NominationIn 2002, the song was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals.
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Association with 9/11The song gained greater resonance after the 9/11 attacks and was used in many tributes and televised fund-raising efforts.
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Writing InspirationRather than celebrating the superhero, the song depicts Superman's complaints about the impossibility to fulfill everyone's expectations and his desires for being just an ordinary person sometimes.
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Cover VersionA notable cover of the song was performed by American Idol season 7 contestant, David Archuleta.
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TV Shows and Movie FeaturesThe song has been featured in several TV series', such as Smallville and Scrubs as well as in movies like "The Perfect Man" and "Chicken Little".
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Supporting ActThis song has been performed by "Five for Fighting" (John Ondrasik) in concerts as an opening performance as well as closing performance.
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Piano Ballad"Superman" is primarily a piano-based ballad with soft-rock influences.
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Pop Culture ImpactDespite being two decades old, "Superman (It's Not Easy)" continues to make a significant impact on popular culture and is still played frequently on adult contemporary radio stations.
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Unofficial AnthemIt was considered an unofficial anthem for New York City police and firefighters after September 11.
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Reviewers' PerspectivesThe song has been critically acclaimed for its touching lyrics, solid melody, and John Ondrasik's emotional delivery.
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Song Usage in Outreach ProgramsThe song has been used many times in outreach programs and charitable events due to its emotional impact and universally relatable lyrics.
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John Ondrasik’s Pseudonym"Five for Fighting" is a one-man band, and the song is sung by John Ondrasik who is the only permanent member of the band. His stage name is a hockey term that signifies a major penalty for fighting.
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