Heroes
[All Time Low] Lyrics
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Not gonna talk about you over and over and over
Not gonna find you under latest nostalgia, not happily ever after
Not gonna listen 'til you play that song (play that song)
Don't wanna think about you over and over and over
Not gonna read about the latest fads on your trendy blog
I want nothin' to do with that
(And I'm not listening)
You're not a hero, you're a liar
You're not a savior, you're a vampire
Sucking the life out of all the friends you've ever known
You're just a train wreck, not a winner
Up on your soap box preaching down to the sinners
The saints without a cause, we're not listening, we're not listening
I'm gonna a start a revolution
Of convoluted disillusion
(Start a revolution)
I'll need a war with no conclusion
And in the final hour I'll be a confident coward
'Cause if we stand for nothing, we'll fall for anything
You're not a hero, you're a liar
You're not a savior, you're a vampire
Sucking the life out of all the friends you've ever known
You're just a train wreck, not a winner
Up on your soap box preaching down to the sinners
The saints without a cause, we're not listening, we're not listening
Now this is moving in the same direction
But I'm a little too spent to care
'Cause it's a battlefield 'til it blows over
Keep your friends close, and your enemies closer
The time is now 'til we live and pass out, singin'
We talk shit like it's a cross to bare
You're only relevant 'til you get older
Keep your friends close, and your enemies closer (enemies closer)
They're gonna miss me when I'm dead and gone
They're gonna talk about me over and over and over
They're gonna find me under latest nostalgia, happily ever after
But I'm not a hero, I'm a liar
I'm not a savior, I'm a vampire
Sucking the life out of all the friends I've ever known
We're a train wreck, not winners
On a soap box preaching down to the sinners
The saints without a cause, we're not listening, we're not listening
We're not listening, we're not listening
The song opens up with the lyrics “Not gonna miss you when you're dead and gone/Not gonna talk about you over and over and over” conveying a sense of indifference towards someone who has left. The chorus of the song criticizes the individual by calling them a liar and a vampire who has emptied their friends emotionally. It highlights the idea that you do not need to be a “hero” to make a difference; instead, you can start a revolution by standing up for what you believe in, even if it means being a “confident coward” in the face of adversity.
The second verse features the lines “Now this is moving in the same direction/But I'm a little too spent to care” seemingly noting that despite the singer’s recognition of the issue, he is too worn out to continue fighting. However, with the emphasis on the importance of keeping “friends close and enemies closer,” there is a suggestion of resilience and the willingness to keep fighting despite setbacks.
Line by Line Meaning
Not gonna miss you when you're dead and gone
I won't mourn your death or reminisce about you once you're gone.
Not gonna talk about you over and over and over
I won't keep talking about you after you're gone.
Not gonna find you under latest nostalgia, not happily ever after
I won't look back on our memories with fondness or see you as a hero.
Not gonna listen 'til you play that song (play that song)
I won't listen to anything you say or do unless you impress me.
Don't wanna think about you over and over and over
I don't want to obsess over you or give you importance in my life.
Not gonna read about the latest fads on your trendy blog
I won't pay attention to your trivial and fleeting interests.
I want nothin' to do with that
I want to distance myself from all your negative influence.
'Cause you've made a mess of everything
You've caused chaos and destruction wherever you go.
(And I'm not listening)
I refuse to give any more attention to your negative actions.
You're not a hero, you're a liar
You're not a role model, you deceive and mislead others.
You're not a savior, you're a vampire
You don't save people, instead you feed off their energy and well-being.
Sucking the life out of all the friends you've ever known
You drain the positivity out of everyone around you.
You're just a train wreck, not a winner
You're not successful or admirable, just a mess.
Up on your soap box preaching down to the sinners
You criticize and judge others from a high and arrogant position.
The saints without a cause, we're not listening, we're not listening
You claim to be morally superior, but we won't be influenced by you.
I'm gonna start a revolution
I'm going to bring about a change and make things better.
Of convoluted disillusion
Although it may seem confusing, my plan will bring clarity and truth.
(Start a revolution)
I'm determined to make a difference.
I'll need a war with no conclusion
I'm willing to fight for my cause with no expectation of a clear resolution.
And in the final hour I'll be a confident coward
Even if I'm scared, I'll still be brave and stand up for my beliefs.
'Cause if we stand for nothing, we'll fall for anything
If we don't have firm principles and values, we'll be vulnerable and unstable.
Now this is moving in the same direction
Things are progressing as expected.
But I'm a little too spent to care
I'm getting tired and losing interest in this matter.
'Cause it's a battlefield 'til it blows over
This is a struggle that won't end until resolution is reached.
Keep your friends close, and your enemies closer
It's important to stay aware of both allies and adversaries.
The time is now 'til we live and pass out, singin'
We need to make the most of our lives and enjoy them to the fullest.
We talk shit like it's a cross to bare
We complain about insignificant things as if they are major burdens.
You're only relevant 'til you get older
You only have significance until your time has passed.
They're gonna miss me when I'm dead and gone
People will start to appreciate my worth and impact once I'm no longer around.
They're gonna talk about me over and over and over
People will discuss and remember my legacy.
But I'm not a hero, I'm a liar
I'm not perfect, I've made mistakes and tricked others before.
I'm not a savior, I'm a vampire
I'm not capable of saving others, sometimes I even use them for my own benefit.
Sucking the life out of all the friends I've ever known
I've caused pain and negativity in the lives of those around me.
We're a train wreck, not winners
We are collectively a disaster and not successful.
On a soap box preaching down to the sinners
We criticize others while thinking we are righteous.
The saints without a cause, we're not listening, we're not listening
We may think we are holy, but we won't be influenced by others who are self-righteous.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JOHN FELDMANN, ALEX GASKARTH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@rommelghm
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 for ever 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, for ever 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, for ever 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-ohh, oh-oh-oh-ohh, just for one day
@thomashart22
This is probably the most important song in my life.
It played at the end of The Perks of Being A Wallflower. And as it ended, my first relationship truly began.
It played at the end of Jojo Rabbit. And as it ended, my love for cinema truly began.
And, above all, it played at the end of Regular Show. And as it ended, I knew my childhood was over. For the adventure of adulthood had just begun.
He chased the butterflies
He loved to Laugh
He saved the universe
He was our friend
Rest easy, Pops.
You too, Bowie.
@masterben1162
“And at this moment, we were infinite.”
@RodrigoAlves-rh5fe
I Love this movie.
@elisespeeckaert3828
The book hit different
@sono8880
The perks of being a wallflower
@miajimenez7484
AMEN
@imgeegeey4623
Yessss!!!!
@skrtskrt9513
You know your watching good film, when this song comes on.
@BlueBerryblue
Rip pops
@joshmomo2917
Perks of being a wallflower
@simoneprocopioo
@@joshmomo2917 aye i watched that movie too