Spiderman
The National TV Radio US Archives Lyrics
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Does whatever a spider can
Spins a web, any size,
Catches thieves just like flies
Look Out!
Here comes the Spiderman.
Is he strong?
He's got radioactive blood.
Can he swing from a thread
Take a look overhead
Hey, there
There goes the Spiderman.
In the chill of night
At the scene of a crime
Like a streak of light
He arrives just in time.
Spiderman, Spiderman
Friendly neighborhood Spiderman
Wealth and fame
He's ingnored
Action is his reward.
To him, life is a great big bang up
Whenever there's a hang up
You'll find the Spider man.
The lyrics to The National TV Radio US Archives' "Spiderman" are from the original theme song for the 1960s cartoon of the same name. The song describes the titular character, Spiderman, who has the ability to do whatever a spider can, including spinning webs and catching thieves like flies. The lyrics also mention that Spiderman has radioactive blood, which gives him his superhuman abilities. The song also speaks to Spiderman's heroism as he rushes to the scene of a crime like a streak of light in the chill of night, always arriving just in time.
The lyrics to "Spiderman" carry strong themes of heroism, bravery, and sacrifice for the greater good. Spiderman is described as a friendly and helpful person, who despite being ignored by those around him, is willing to take action and help others. The song also references the idea that life isn't always easy, but it's important to persevere and rise to the challenge. These themes are central to the story of Spiderman and his journey to becoming a beloved and iconic superhero.
Line by Line Meaning
Spiderman, Spiderman,
Here comes Spiderman.
Does whatever a spider can
Spiderman has the abilities of a spider.
Spins a web, any size,
Spiderman can create webs of different sizes.
Catches thieves just like flies
Spiderman captures criminals as easily as catching flies.
Look Out!
Be alert and watch out.
Here comes the Spiderman.
Spiderman is arriving on the scene.
Is he strong?
Wondering if Spiderman is powerful.
Listen bud,
Hey man,
He's got radioactive blood.
Spiderman gained his powers from radioactive exposure.
Can he swing from a thread
Can Spiderman move through the air using his webs?
Take a look overhead
Look up above you.
Hey, there
Hey, look there!
There goes the Spiderman.
Spiderman is moving above you.
In the chill of night
During the cold evening hours.
At the scene of a crime
Where a criminal event is occurring.
Like a streak of light
Moving quickly like a beam of light.
He arrives just in time.
Spiderman arrives at the perfect moment to save the day.
Spiderman, Spiderman
It's Spiderman again!
Friendly neighborhood Spiderman
The hero that people know and trust in their community.
Wealth and fame
Riches and celebrity status,
He's ignored
But Spiderman is still overlooked or undervalued.
Action is his reward.
Spiderman is motivated to do good deeds without needing praise.
To him, life is a great big bang up
Spiderman sees life as exciting and full of adventure.
Whenever there's a hang up
Whenever there is an issue or problem.
You'll find the Spiderman.
Spiderman is always willing to help out and save the day.
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