My Hero

Foo Fighters

About My Hero

"My Hero" is a song by American rock group Foo Fighters. It was released in January 1998 as the third single from their second album, The Colour and the Shape (1997). The song reached number 6 on the US Billboard Alternative Songs chart.


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1999
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Too alarmin' now to talk about
Take your pictures down and shake it out
Truth or consequence, say it aloud
Use that evidence, race it around

There goes my hero
Watch him as he goes
There goes my hero
He's ordinary

Don't the best of them bleed it out
While the rest of them peter out?
Truth or consequence, say it aloud
Use that evidence, race it around

There goes my hero
Watch him as he goes
There goes my hero
He's ordinary

Kudos, my hero, leavin' all the best
You know my hero, the one that's on
There goes my hero
Watch him as he goes
There goes my hero
He's ordinary
There goes my hero
Watch him as he goes
There goes my hero
He's ordinary

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Foo Fighters

The Foo Fighters are an American rock band, formed in Seattle in 1994. It was founded by Nirvana drummer Dave Grohl as a one-man project following the death of Kurt Cobain and the resulting dissolution of his previous band. The group got its name from the UFOs and various aerial phenomena that were reported by Allied aircraft pilots in World War II, which were known collectively as foo fighters. Prior to the release of Foo Fighters' 1995 debut album Foo Fighters, which featured Grohl as the only official member, Grohl recruited bassist Nate Mendel and drummer William Goldsmith, both formerly of Sunny Day Real Estate, as well as fellow Nirvana touring bandmate Pat Smear as guitarist to complete the lineup. The band began with performances in Portland, Ore… more »

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Written by: David Eric Grohl, Nate Mendel, Pat Smear

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12 facts about this song

Band Origin
"My Hero" is a song by Foo Fighters, an American rock band formed by musician Dave Grohl in 1994, after the dissolution of his previous band Nirvana.
Album Information
The track is the third single from their second album, "The Colour and the Shape," released in 1997.
Song's Inspiration
It is widely rumored that the song was written as a tribute to Kurt Cobain, the late lead singer of Nirvana. Grohl, however, has never explicitly confirmed this interpretation.
Lyrics Meaning
Dave Grohl describes 'My Hero' as a song about ordinary people who you look up to rather than famous celebrities or icons.
Chart Performance
"My Hero" was a success on alternative rock radio and it peaked at number six on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart in the U.S.
Award Nominations
The song "My Hero" was nominated for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals at the 1999 Grammy Awards.
Pop Culture References
The song has been featured in several films including "Varsity Blues" and "The Faculty" which contributed to its enduring popularity.
Live Performances
"My Hero" has become a staple in Foo Fighters' live performances. Fans often sing along to the anthem-like chorus, creating a unified and emotional atmosphere.
Music Video
The music video for "My Hero," directed by Grohl himself, portrays a man saving children from a burning building. This supports the song's theme of everyday heroes.
Cover Versions
Due to its popularity, "My Hero" has been covered by numerous artists, including Paramore and a particularly poignant version by fellow rock band One Republic during a COVID-19 Relief Concert.
Song's Influence
The track has been cited as an influence by various rock musicians including Liam Fray of The Courteeners, signifying its legacy within the genre.
Preservation
In 2019, "My Hero" was inducted into the SONGS Hall of Fame, cementing its status as a classic anthem.

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