Klaatu was named after Michael Rennie's character in the classic science fiction film The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951). The band has reunited a number of times since their breakup for small-scale live performances.
True Life Hero
Klaatu Lyrics
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I started to drown
And my head it went down
And then the lifeguard he jumped in
Grabbed hold of my hair
And he pulled me to ground
He was a true life hero
Friend of every man and child
I really do think it'd be wild
I wonder what it would be like
To be the ultra maroon
Who was first on the moon
'Cause who could help but dislike
A man it is known
Has the guts of a prune
Wanna be a true life hero
Friend of every man and child
A true life hero
I really do think it'd be wild
I could never be like him
I could never be strong
'Cause I'm always wrong
So I'll just sit here thinking
How nice it would be
If it only was me
Who was a true life hero
Friend of every man and child
A true life hero
I really do think it'd be wild
Yes I really do think it'd be wild [Repeat: x1]
True life hero, a true life hero
A real life, true life hero
The song "True Life Hero" by Klaatu tells the story of the singer's admiration for individuals who embody the qualities of a true hero. The lyrics reference the lifeguard who saved the singer from drowning and the first man on the moon. These individuals are described as "true life heroes" and are seen as friends to every man, woman, and child. The singer expresses their desire to be like them but acknowledges their own shortcomings, stating that they could never be as strong or courageous as these heroes.
The song highlights the universal desire to be a hero and to make a difference in the world. Despite the singer's feelings of inadequacy, the song encourages listeners to strive for heroic qualities such as bravery, selflessness, and a willingness to help others.
Overall, "True Life Hero" is a reflective and thought-provoking song that challenges listeners to consider the importance of heroism in their own lives and communities.
Line by Line Meaning
The last time I went swimming
Klaatu narrates about the last time he went swimming
I started to drown
Klaatu was unable to swim and started to sink
And my head it went down
Klaatu's head went under the water
And then the lifeguard he jumped in
A lifeguard noticed Klaatu drowning and jumped in the water to help
Grabbed hold of my hair
The lifeguard grabbed Klaatu's hair to help him stay afloat
And he pulled me to ground
The lifeguard pulled Klaatu to safety on the ground
He was a true life hero
Klaatu acknowledges the lifeguard as a true hero for saving his life
Friend of every man and child
The lifeguard is a friend and protector to everyone
I wonder what it would be like
Klaatu is curious to know what it feels like
To be the ultra maroon
To be the first man on the moon
Who was first on the moon
The person who first set foot on the moon
Cause who could help but dislike
Klaatu thinks it's impossible not to admire the person who achieved this feat
A man it is known
The person who went to the moon is a well-known figure
Has the guts of a prune
The person who went to the moon is brave and has extraordinary courage
Wanna be a true life hero
Klaatu wants to be a hero like the lifeguard who saved him
I could never be like him
Klaatu admits that he could never be as brave as the lifeguard
I could never be strong
Klaatu does not have the strength and bravery to be a hero
Cause I'm always wrong
Klaatu thinks he is not a person who can accomplish great things
So I'll just sit here thinking
Klaatu acknowledges that he is not capable of being a hero, and will just think about it
How nice it would be
Klaatu thinks it would be wonderful
If it only was me
If he could be a hero like the lifeguard who saved him
Who was a true life hero
Klaatu admires people who are true heroes
A real life, true life hero
A genuine and authentic hero
Friend of every man and child
A friend and protector of everyone, including children
I really do think it'd be wild
Klaatu thinks it would be amazing to be a hero
Yes I really do think it'd be wild
Klaatu repeats that he thinks it would be amazing to be a hero
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: DEE(DAVID) LONG
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