My Hero
Foo Fighters (Backing Track) Lyrics
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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
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
The lyrics of "My Hero" by Foo Fighters seem to be about the idea of heroism, and the ways in which people perceive those they look up to. The opening lines suggest that the subject matter is too troubling or overwhelming to address directly, perhaps implying that heroism is a complicated and challenging concept. The line "take your pictures down and shake it out" could be interpreted in a few ways - possibly suggesting that we need to let go of idealized images of our heroes, or perhaps indicating a sense of disillusionment or disappointment in someone we once admired.
The lyrics then move into a discussion of "truth or consequence", which seems to call into question the idea of heroism and whether it is based on genuine merit or simply a matter of perception. The lines "don't the best of them bleed it out, while the rest of them peter out?" suggest that some people have what it takes to truly be heroic, while others simply fade away. The chorus repeats the line "there goes my hero, watch him as he goes," which could be seen as a wistful or nostalgic statement - acknowledging the passing of time and the inevitability of heroes eventually fading into memory.
Overall, "My Hero" is a complex exploration of the idea of heroism, and how we perceive and honor those who embody it in our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Too alarmin' now to talk about
The situation has become too urgent to ignore or avoid discussing.
Take your pictures down and shake it out
Remove any preconceived notions or biases and approach the situation with a fresh perspective.
Truth or consequence, say it aloud
Be honest about the situation, even if it means facing negative consequences.
Use that evidence, race it around
Collect and share any relevant evidence in order to inform and speed up decision-making.
There goes my hero
Watch him as he goes
There goes my hero
He's ordinary
Despite being a hero, this person is still just an ordinary human being.
Don't the best of them bleed it out
Even the best people will face challenges and struggle with difficult situations.
While the rest of them peter out?
While others may give up or lose momentum, the best will continue to push through and persevere.
Kudos, my hero, leavin' all the best
You know my hero, the one that's on
Acknowledging and praising the hero for leaving behind a positive legacy, and identifying them as a role model.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., BMG Rights Management
Written by: David Eric Grohl, Nate Mendel, Pat Smear
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@leokimvideo
Taylor Hawkins the hero and beating heart of the band is going to be impossible to replace.
@chrisdude5150
He will never be replaced sure there will be a new foo fighters drummer but Taylor is and will be part of the foo fighters always
@lolapiszczor2125
Dave is the true hero
@juanytorres6007
@@lolapiszczor2125the two true heroes 🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘
@speartreat
You see his son play this?
@LarsonPetty
@@speartreat Hammered it, didn't he? As I watched the chips fly off the sticks, I said: "Damn, that boy's making mulch!"
@jonathanlu8607
My son and I was supposed to spend the summer learning this song. He was a drummer and I was a on guitar. My 12 year old son Tristan Van Lu passed away on 3/22/23. He was the best drummer I have ever met, he was my hero. I rocked this song out at his funeral, it was the last time I will ever touch a guitar again. Played until my fingers bled my boy!. I love you so much my son, my best friend I will never forget you and will never stop missing you my son....
@diegomaximilianoblanchard3693
Mucha fuerza querido hermano te deseo de corazón puedas seguir adelante. La vida es hermosa ❤
@kd2226
Rip to your boy! Heartbreaking
@mortenlarry2684
Sorry for loss man, may he rip