I Don't Want To Be A Hero
Johnny Hates Jazz
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Oh, send me off to war With a gun in my hand But I won't pull the trigger Our destiny is here Beneath the red, white and blue So lead me to the slaughter Now don't be afraid Come and join the parade For the ultimate in sacrifice It's an old-fashioned story Of hope and of glory A ticket for taking a life [Chorus:] I, I don't want to be a hero I don't want to die for you I don't want to be a hero Oh send me off to war In a far away land I never knew existed Subject me to the truth To the horror and pain Until my mind is twisted And what if I fail Will you put me in jail For a murder I will not commit? 'Cause you don't understand Till there's blood on your hands That it's time to forget and forgive [Chorus] And those who return Come back only to learn That they're hated by those who they love 'Cause you don't understand Till there's blood on your hands That it's time to forget and forgive [Chorus]
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10 facts about this song
Genre"I Don't Want to Be a Hero" is a synth-pop song which blends electronic music with pop, a beloved genre in the late 1980s.
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Chart SuccessThe song was a hit in many countries, reaching No. 5 in the UK Singles Chart and No.31 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
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AlbumThe song is featured on the band's debut album "Turn Back the Clock," which also includes other hit tracks like “Shattered Dreams.”
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Release Date"I Don't Want to Be a Hero" was released in August 1987 as the second single from their debut album.
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Anti-War SentimentsThe song is known for its anti-war lyrics which largely captured the global sentiments towards war during that era.
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SongwritersThe song was written by band members Clark Datchler, Calvin Hayes, and Mike Nocito.
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Music Video RepresentationThe music video for the song also reflected its anti-war message showing historical and contemporary wartime footage.
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SalesIt also reached gold status in many countries, being sold more than 500,000 copies globally.
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Band's IdentityThe song, alongside "Shattered Dreams," played a significant role in shaping Johnny Hates Jazz's sound and identity worldwide.
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Live PerformancesEven years after its release, "I Don't Want to Be a Hero" has often been performed live during Johnny Hates Jazz's concerts, reflecting the song's lasting popularity.
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