Heroes
Michael C. Hall Sophia Anne Caruso Original New York Cast Of Lazarus Lyrics
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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
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
The song "Heroes" by David Bowie, covered by the Michael C. Hall and Sophia Anne Caruso in the original New York cast of Lazarus, is a powerful and poetic meditation on the fleeting nature of love and our ability to transcend our limitations in order to be heroes, even for just one day. The song is a duet between two lovers who find themselves trapped in a world that threatens to tear them apart, but who are determined to beat the odds and find a way to be together. Despite the obstacles in their way, they are able to steal time and become heroes-like figures who are capable of achieving great things, if only for a brief moment in time.
The lyrics of the song are rich in imagery and metaphor, with Bowie's use of language creating a dreamlike, otherworldly quality that infuses the song with a sense of magic and wonder. The use of repetition, particularly in the chorus, "We can be heroes, just for one day," gives the song a hypnotic quality that is impossible to resist. The themes of the song are universal and timeless, speaking to the human desire for connection and the desire to escape the limitations of our everyday lives in order to achieve something greater.
Line by Line Meaning
I, I will be king
I will rise above all else and show dominance
And you, you will be queen
You will hold the same power and authority as me
Though nothing will drive them away
No force can separate us or diminish our power
We can beat them, just for one day
We can overcome our enemies and obstacles, even if only for a day
We can be Heroes, just for one day
We have the ability to do great things, even if only temporarily
And you, you can be mean
You have the potential for cruelty and hostility
And I, I'll drink all the time
I have a tendency towards alcoholism and coping mechanisms
'Cause we're lovers, and that is a fact
Our relationship is undeniable and indisputable
Yes we're lovers, and that is that
Our love is our reality and cannot be erased
Though nothing, will keep us together
No external force can maintain our relationship, it is up to us
We could steal time
We can make time for each other, even if it means neglecting our responsibilities
Just for one day
Even if only for a brief moment
We can be Heroes, for ever and ever
We can be legendary and leave a lasting impact
What d'you say?
Are you on board with this plan?
I, I wish you could swim
I desire for you to have certain abilities or traits
Like the dolphins, like dolphins can swim
I want you to be as graceful and free as marine mammals
And we kissed
We expressed our affection physically
As though nothing could fall
We enjoyed the moment with no worries or fear
And the shame was on the other side
We had no remorse or guilt for our actions
Oh we can beat them, for ever and ever
We can succeed despite any odds, indefinitely
Then we could be Heroes
We have the potential to be exceptional and make a difference
We're nothing, and nothing will help us
We lack power or significance, and no external factor can assist us
Maybe we're lying
Perhaps we are deceiving ourselves or others
Then you better not stay
If you suspect deceit or falsehood, you should distance yourself
But we could be safer
We have a chance of reducing danger or harm
Just for one day
Even if it's a brief respite
Oh-oh-oh-ohh, oh-oh-oh-ohh
Vocalization for emphasis or emotion
Just for one day
The theme of temporary relief or accomplishment
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, TINTORETTO MUSIC
Written by: BRIAN PETER GEORGE ENO, DAVID BOWIE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@senritsu96
Michael C. Hall is so damn underrated. He's amazing. His voice, his facial expression, the way he moves...
@Frenzyyyyy1
Dexter is six feet under, great actor indeed
@StubenhockerElite
give that sound engineer an award, man. that quality is top-notch.
@thiagoccmorais
I agree with that!
@Guidotoons101
Background vocals? What background vocals?
@EverythingWentSideways
@JW GT yeah i would have tuned the background vocals a bit early in the mix, but the instrument and lead vocal mixing is top notch, and at the end the background vox fit perfectly
@Guidotoons101
@Ricky Lee Barnett Jr. Says you...
@laalucinante3072
@thiagoccmorais 😊😊😊😊
@vinniemoran7362
Bowie found the right man to honor him. About as honest, as humble, as prodigious a talent as he could hope to find. Thank you, MCH.
@Puda8861
Simply just beautiful! Thank you Michael Hall for singing Bowies song and for adding your own touch to the song. God bless you David!...You're truly missed!