Focused at times playing "neo-ska" music, the band has adopted retro styles spanning several decades of popular music, as well as performing covers of popular songs such as The Monkees' "I'm a Believer" and War's "Why Can't We Be Friends" as well as cult favorites such as ? and the Mysterians' "Can't Get Enough of You Baby" (though their version owes more to The Colourfield's interpretation; in fact, the band at first believed it was a Colourfield original). Smash Mouth's first album Fush Yu Mang came out in June 1997. This album could be said to be "neo ska". Its top position in the charts was #19 (on Billboard). The promo for this album said that "While the twelve songs on Fush Yu Mang sound like they belong side by side, each has it's own feeling like the very '60's "Walkin' On The Sun," the surf 'n' turf of "Nervous In the Alley," the Buzzcocks like "Pet Names," the Mafia rock of "Padrino," and the fret rock of "Let's Rock"." Smash Mouth's second album Astro Lounge was released two years later, in June 1999. It is the band's most critically and commercially successful album to date. It reached #6 on the Billboard charts and it featured the massive hit All Star.
Smash Mouth released their third album Smash Mouth (Self-Titled) in November 2001. It has been said that this is the band's most experimental album to date. It reached #48 on Billboard charts. Smash Mouth's fourth album Get the Picture?, released in August 2003, wasn't as well-received by fans or the critics as previous albums (it only reached #100 on the Billboard charts). Smash Mouth released a Christmas cover album in November 2005 (The Gift of Rock). Their newest album is called Summer Girl, and, after being delayed for over a year, was released on September 19th, 2006. Smash Mouth's music was used in the film "Shrek" and they starred on-screen as themselves in the turbulent finale of the all-star-comedy "Rat Race", while performing "All Star" on stage during the showdown.
In May 2011 lead singer Steve Harwell agreed to eat two dozen eggs in one sitting for charity. That June, Harwell apparently backed out of the challenge -- with over ten thousand dollars for overseas children's hunger charities at stake -- potentially because he is afraid to eat the eggs. Fans continue to demand Harwell eat the eggs.
Two albums were released in 2012, The Gift Of Rock and Magic. A best-of compilation, Playlist: The Very Best of Smashmouth was released in 2016. A comeback single, Unity, was released in 2018.
In 2021, the band collaborated with Timmy Trumpet for the song "Camelot". This would be the band's last song with original lead vocalist Steve Harwell before his retirement later that year and his death 2 years later.
Steve Harwell retired in 2021 due to health issues and was replaced by Divided By Zero singer Zach Goode.
On September 4, 2023, original lead vocalist Steve Harwell died at age 56 at his home of liver failure.
Everyday Superhero
Smash Mouth Lyrics
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Another victim of ordinary fame
I don't see myself as invincible
It's not true at all
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
Trying to save the world, but never really sure
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
Just a day job that's someone's gotta do
It's kinda hard when everyone looks up to you
Try to make it look easy, gonna make it look good
Like anybody would
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
Trying to save the world, but never really sure
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
Nothing more than that, that's all I really am
I'm just like everybody else
After all the hype it's hard to tell
I keep my game face on so well
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
I'm trying to save the world
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
Trying to save the world
I try to hide my true identity
But no one knows it's only me
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
Trying to save the world, but never really sure
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
Nothing more than that, that's all I really am
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
I'm trying to save the world
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
Trying to save the world, but never really sure
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
Nothing more than that, that's all I really am
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
The lyrics to Smash Mouth's "Everyday Superhero" describe the struggle of someone who is trying to be a hero to those around them, but feels like they are just an average person with a day job. They struggle with the pressure of being looked up to, but also recognize that they are not invincible and that saving the world is not an easy task. They try to make it look easy and put on a game face, but ultimately they are just like everybody else, even though they have a hidden identity.
The song uses the metaphor of a superhero to describe the pressure that we all feel to be extraordinary in some way. We are all just trying to do our part and make a difference, but we may not always feel like we are making a big impact. The lyrics encourage us to embrace our "average" qualities and remember that even small acts of kindness can make a difference.
The chorus of the song is particularly catchy and memorable, with its repetition of the phrase "I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero." This repetition emphasizes the idea that we are all capable of being heroes in our own way, even if we don't feel particularly special or extraordinary. The song encourages us to embrace our own strength and to continue striving to make the world a better place, no matter how small our contributions may seem.
Line by Line Meaning
Every morning I wake up just the same
Every day, I start my day like any other person.
Another victim of ordinary fame
Despite having some level of fame, I am still just a regular person.
I don't see myself as invincible
I know I'm not indestructible or immune to failure.
It's not true at all
I'm not as perfect or heroic as others may think.
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
I am a regular person, but I try my best to make a difference in the world.
Trying to save the world, but never really sure
Although I want to help the world, I'm not always confident in my ability to make a significant impact.
Nothing more than that, that's all I really am
I am nothing more than a person trying to do good in the world.
Just a day job that's someone's gotta do
Helping others and trying to make a difference is something that should be done by everyone.
It's kinda hard when everyone looks up to you
Despite my insecurities, I still feel pressure to be a role model for others.
Try to make it look easy, gonna make it look good
I try my best to make my efforts to help others seem effortless and respectable.
Like anybody would
This is something that anyone with a good heart would do.
I'm just like everybody else
I am not better than anyone else.
After all the hype it's hard to tell
Due to my perceived hero status, it may be difficult for others to see me as a normal person.
I keep my game face on so well
Despite any personal struggles or doubts I have, I keep a strong facade.
I'm trying to save the world
My ultimate goal is to make a difference in the world.
I try to hide my true identity
I may not want others to know my struggles or insecurities.
But no one knows it's only me
Despite any help or support, the efforts made to help others are ultimately my own.
Lyrics © MUSIC SALES CORPORATION, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MATTHEW GERRARD, STEVEN HARWELL, ROBBIE NEVIL
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LYRICS
Every morning I wake up just the same
Another victim of ordinary fame
I don't see myself as invincible
It's not true at all
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
Trying to save the world, but never really sure
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
Nothing more than that, that's all I really am
Just a day job that's someone's gotta do
It's kinda hard when everyone looks up to you
Try to make it look easy, gonna make it look good
Like anybody would
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
Trying to save the world, but never really sure
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
Nothing more than that, that's all I really am
I'm just like everybody else
After all the hype it's hard to tell
I keep my game face on so well
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
I'm trying to save the world
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
Trying to save the world
I try to hide my true identity
But no one knows it's only me
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
Trying to save the world, but never really sure
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
Nothing more than that, that's all I really am
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
I'm trying to save the world
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
Trying to save the world, but never really sure
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
Nothing more than that, that's all I really am
I'm just your average ordinary everyday superhero
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@HeatherBuchanan-ri2kp
Rest in peace, Steve. You were a hero. Thank you.
@dawnjones9035
Anyone else remember this song from Zoom?
@artistguy50
I just found the dvd in my room dude. I used to know this song by heart
@dawnjones9035
Me too! I love that movie. i need to re-watch it, I haven't seen it in so long
@manthezimmer
Hah I just came here to hear this song because I just watched Zoom on netflix
@kyleaugustine6886
Ditto, good times.
@BBgunX22
Yes!! Luv that movie. My childhood right here
@brandonmumek1282
Haha, remember when Vin Diesel played a babysitter? :D
@velociraptor4you3291
"The Pacifier" was the name of the film. I found it quite cute, actually.
@brandonmumek1282
velociraptor4you Yea, Screw the negative reviews. That movie was a pretty ok one.