A World Without Heroes
Kiss Kiss Lyrics


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A world without heroes
Is like a world without sun
You can't look up to anyone
Without heroes
And a world without heroes
Is like a never ending race
It's like a time, without a place
A pointless thing
Devoid of grace
Where you don't know what your after
Or if something's after you
And you don't know why you don't know
In a world without heroes
In a world without dreams
Things are no more than they seem
A world without heroes
Is like a bird without wings
Or a bell that never rings
Just a sad and useless thing
Where you don't know what you're after
Or if somethings after you

And you don't know why you don't know
In a world without heroes

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "A World Without Heroes" by Kiss Kiss poignantly express the emptiness and purposelessness that comes with a world devoid of inspirational figures. The opening lines, "A world without heroes / Is like a world without sun / You can't look up to anyone / Without heroes," establish the central theme of the song: the essential role that heroes play in our lives, serving as beacons of hope and guidance. Without them, the world feels dark and directionless, lacking someone to admire and aspire towards.


The imagery of a "never ending race" and "time without a place" evokes a sense of constant motion and disorientation that characterizes a world without heroes. The absence of heroes leads to a lack of meaning and purpose, symbolized by the phrase "A pointless thing / Devoid of grace." Without heroes to look up to, individuals struggle to find their footing and navigate their way through life, unsure of their goals and motivations.


The lyrics also touch upon the idea of dreams and aspirations, highlighting how in a world without heroes, these hopes are diminished and reduced to mere appearances. The comparison of a world without heroes to a "bird without wings" or a "bell that never rings" emphasizes the fundamental incompleteness and lack of fulfillment that such a world entails. The imagery of a "sad and useless thing" reinforces the idea that without heroes to inspire us, life loses its vibrancy and purpose.


The closing lines of the song bring home the confusion and uncertainty that accompany a world without heroes. The repetition of the refrain "Where you don't know what you're after / Or if something's after you / And you don't know why you don't know" encapsulates the disorienting and frustrating experience of navigating a world devoid of heroes. Overall, "A World Without Heroes" serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of role models and inspirational figures in shaping our aspirations and giving meaning to our lives.


Line by Line Meaning

A world without heroes
A society lacking inspirational figures who embody ideals of bravery and morality


Is like a world without sun
It feels dark and hopeless, with no source of light or warmth


You can't look up to anyone
There is no one to admire or aspire to be like


And a world without heroes
In a place where individuals do not exemplify courage or virtue


Is like a never ending race
Life feels like a tireless competition with no finish line in sight


It's like a time, without a place
An existence where moments have no context or purpose


A pointless thing
Life becomes devoid of meaning or significance


Devoid of grace
A lack of elegance or beauty in everyday experiences


Where you don't know what your after
Feeling lost and directionless, unsure of your goals


Or if something's after you
Constantly fearing threats or dangers lurking around you


And you don't know why you don't know
Confusion and uncertainty pervade your thoughts and decisions


In a world without dreams
In a reality devoid of aspirations and hopes for the future


Things are no more than they seem
Life appears dull and unchanging, lacking depth or possibility


Is like a bird without wings
Feeling restricted and unable to soar to new heights


Or a bell that never rings
An absence of joy or celebration in your surroundings


Just a sad and useless thing
Existing in a state of melancholy and futility


In a world without heroes
Within a society lacking role models of courage and honor




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: LOU REED, BOB EZRIN, GENE SIMMONS, PAUL STANLEY

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@hasanbasri3001

World Without Heroes.

A world without heroes
Is like a world without sun
You can't look up to anyone
Without heroes
And a world without heroes
Is like a never-ending race
Is like a time without a place
A pointless thing, devoid of grace

Where you don't know what you're after
Or if something's after you
And you don't know why you don't know
In a world without heroes

In a world without dreams
Things are no more than they seem
And a world without heroes
Is like a bird without wings
Or a bell that never rings
Just a sad and useless thing

Where you don't know what you're after
Or if something's after you
And you don't know why you don't know

In a world without heroes
There's nothing to be
It's no place for me



All comments from YouTube:

@PinkFloydBootlegs

The reaction to The Elder being mentioned made me smile.

@Nightwalker_457

Ngl the elder was meh

@michaelferreira8966

The unplugged sessions shows you they are real musicians.

@TheDalibor66

I never doubted it!

@theradioattheendoftheworld4251

The Elder is an example of why you should never let critics tell you if an album is good or not, you have to decide for yourself

@nickbillups3151

A world without heroes is no place to be. It’s no place for me.

@edgardgoncalves4222

I think this lyrics seems to be different of the original version - original version '''There's nothing to be It's no place for me'' but here he realy sings '' is no place to be'' .. strange isn't it??

@jaywells1655

⚡💖⚡

@bbandthesv

It makes me smile seeing the audience cheering for a song from The Elder. Underrated gem of an album.

@zigi5432

Paul should have played more solos. This one is my personal favorite

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