Super Hereos
Charles Gray & Susan Saradon & Barry Bostwick Lyrics
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To find the truth, I've even lied
But all I know is down inside I'm bleeding.
And Super Heroes come to feast
To taste the flesh not yet deceased
And all I know is still the beast is feeding.
Some insects called the human race
Lost in time, lost in space
And meaning.
The lyrics of "Super Heroes" describe a sense of disillusionment with the world and a feeling of inadequacy in the face of larger forces. The first verse speaks to the singer's attempts to find truth and their willingness to lie to achieve that goal. Despite these efforts, the singer still feels a deep internal pain. The second verse introduces the idea of "Super Heroes," but not in the traditional sense; rather than being benevolent saviors, they are portrayed as creatures that feast on the still-living. The final verse describes humanity as being lost, both in time and space, and lacking any clear sense of purpose.
Overall, the lyrics of "Super Heroes" convey a sense of hopelessness and despair, and the idea that even forces that are supposed to help can be deeply flawed. The references to lying and the predatory nature of the "Super Heroes" suggest a darker side to the world than the typical superhero stories.
Line by Line Meaning
I've done a lot, God knows I've tried
I have put in a lot of effort, and even appealed to a higher power for guidance
To find the truth, I've even lied
I have gone to great lengths to uncover the truth, including being dishonest
But all I know is down inside I'm bleeding
Despite my efforts, I am still hurting and in pain
And Super Heroes come to feast
Even those who we consider heroes are not above taking advantage of others
To taste the flesh not yet deceased
They take advantage of those who are still vulnerable and not yet defeated
And all I know is still the beast is feeding
The powerful continue to exploit the weak, and gain even more strength from their actions
And crawling on the planet's face
We, as humans, are insignificant and insignificant in the grand scheme of things
Some insects called the human race
We are nothing more than tiny creatures on this vast planet
Lost in time, lost in space
We are adrift, with no real sense of purpose or direction
And meaning.
We are left searching for some greater meaning or purpose to our existence, but find none
Contributed by Ella Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.