About The Song
“Heroes” is both the title of a 1977 album by David Bowie and the name of its lead single. The song is considered one of Bowie’s greatest and most enduring works, and has been covered by numerous artists.
The song’s lyrics tell the story of two lovers, one from East and one from West Berlin, who find solace in their relationship despite the Cold War’s division of the city. The music is atmospheric and dramatic, building to a soaring climax that reflects the song’s themes of hope and defiance.
“Heroes” has been interpreted in many ways, but it is generally seen as a powerful anthem of love and resilience in the face of adversity. It is a testament to Bowie’s ability to create music that is both personal and universal, and it remains an inspiration to artists and listeners alike.
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Lyrics
I, I will be king
And you, you will be queen
Though nothing will drive them away
We can beat them just for one day
We can be heroes just for one day
And you, you can be mean
And I, I’ll drink all the time
‘Cause we’re lovers, and that is a fact
Yes, we’re lovers, and that is that
Though nothing will keep us together
We could steal time just for one day
We can be heroes forever and ever
What d’you say?
I, I wish you could swim
Like the dolphins, like dolphins can swim
Though nothing, nothing will keep us together
We can beat them forever and ever
Oh, we can be heroes just for one day
I, I will be king
And you, you will be queen
Though nothing will drive them away
We can be heroes, just for one day
We can be us just for one day
I, I can remember (I remember)
Standing by the wall (By the wall)
And the guns shot above our heads (Over our heads)
And we kissed as though nothing could fall (Nothing could fall)
And the shame was on the other side
Oh, we can beat them forever and ever
Then we could be heroes just for one day
We can be heroes
We can be heroes
We can be heroes just for one day
We can be heroes
We’re nothing, and nothing will help us
Maybe we’re lying, then you better not stay
But we could be safer just for one day
Oh-oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh-oh, just for one day