Heroes
TMC Movie Tunez Lyrics


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I, I will be king
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
'Cause we′re lovers, and that is a fact
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

Overall Meaning

The song "Heroes" by TMC Movie Tunez is a powerful piece that deals with the themes of love, courage, and perseverance amidst chaos and strife. The opening lines "I, I will be king / 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" speak of two people feeling empowered and inspired by each other's presence. The second stanza delves into the impermanence of their love and the fleeting nature of time. The lines "Though nothing, will keep us together / We could steal time, Just for one day" suggest that the two lovers, even amidst great turmoil, feel able to carve out moments of peace and joy in each other's embrace. The song then comes full circle, repeating the chorus "We can be Heroes, just for one day" and reminding the listener of the transformative power of love in the face of uncertainty.


The song's underlying message is one of hope, that even in the bleakest of circumstances, love and connection can provide a glimmer of light. The repeated refrain of "We can be Heroes" suggests that anyone can be heroic, regardless of their status or background. By choosing to be vulnerable and authentic with each other, the two lovers in the song become heroic in their own way, standing up against the forces that threaten to tear them and their world apart.


Overall, "Heroes" is a testament to the enduring power of love and the resilience of the human spirit. It speaks to the idea that no matter how dark things get, there is always the possibility of hope and redemption, even if it's just for one day.


Line by Line Meaning

I, I will be king
I will take control and lead


And you, you will be queen
You will share in the leadership role


Though nothing will drive them away
Despite being met with resistance, we will remain undeterred


We can beat them, just for one day
We can overcome our opponents, if only for a short period of time


We can be Heroes, just for one day
We have the potential to be great and make a difference temporarily


And you, you can be mean
You have the ability to be harsh and unkind


And I, I'll drink all the time
I will resort to unhealthy coping mechanisms such as alcohol use


'Cause we're lovers, and that is a fact
Our relationship is an undeniable reality


Yes we're lovers, and that is that
There is no questioning the connection we share


Though nothing will keep us together
Despite facing challenges, our bond remains strong


We could steal time, just for one day
We can make the most of each moment as it comes, even if our time together is brief


We can be Heroes, for ever and ever
We have the potential to make a lasting impact and be remembered as great


What d'you say?
Do you agree with me?


I, I wish you could swim
I wish you had the freedom to move effortlessly, like a dolphin in water


Like the dolphins, like dolphins can swim
To have that kind of graceful, fluid movement


We can beat them, for ever and ever
We can continue to overcome our adversaries for an infinite amount of time


Oh, we can be Heroes, just for one day
Our greatness may be fleeting but it is still possible


And you, you can be mean
You may have a harsh demeanor


And I, I can drink all the time
I may resort to unhealthy coping mechanisms to deal with life's difficulties


'Cause we're lovers, and that is a fact
Our relationship is a solid reality


We can be Heroes, just for one day
We can achieve greatness if only for a brief time


We can be us, just for one day
We can embrace who we truly are if only for a day


I, I can remember (I remember)
I have clear memories of the past


Standing, by the wall (by the wall)
Standing in a vulnerable position, exposed to danger


And the guns shot above our heads (over our heads)
We were in the midst of violence and potential danger


And we kissed, as though nothing could fall (nothing could fall)
Despite the danger surrounding us, we found a moment of peace and safety within each other's embrace


And the shame was on the other side
The blame or guilt was not ours to bear


Oh we can beat them, for ever and ever
We can overcome all obstacles indefinitely


Then we could be Heroes, just for one day
Even just for a moment, we have the ability to be remembered as great


We can be Heroes
We are capable of greatness


We can be Heroes
Repeating theme of our potential greatness


We can be Heroes
Further emphasizing our potential for greatness


Just for one day
But even if it is fleeting, it is still possible


We're nothing, and nothing will help us
We may feel insignificant and helpless


Maybe we're lying, then you better not stay
We may not be truthful, so it may be better to not stick around


But we could be safer, just for one day
But even if we are not perfect, we can still find a moment of safety and peace


Oh-oh-oh-ohh, oh-oh-oh-ohh
Repeating the song's catchy melody


Just for one day
Repeating the possibility of temporary greatness




Writer(s): David Bowie, Brian Peter George Eno

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