My Hero
Foo Fighters
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Too alarmin' now to talk about Take your pictures down and shake it out Truth or consequence, say it aloud Use that evidence, race it around There goes my hero Watch him as he goes There goes my hero He's ordinary Don't the best of them bleed it out While the rest of them peter out? Truth or consequence, say it aloud Use that evidence, race it around There goes my hero Watch him as he goes There goes my hero He's ordinary Kudos, my hero, leavin' all the best You know my hero, the one that's on There goes my hero Watch him as he goes There goes my hero He's ordinary There goes my hero Watch him as he goes There goes my hero He's ordinary
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Written by: David Eric Grohl, Nate Mendel, Pat Smear
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12 facts about this song
Band Origin"My Hero" is a song by Foo Fighters, an American rock band formed by musician Dave Grohl in 1994, after the dissolution of his previous band Nirvana.
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Album InformationThe track is the third single from their second album, "The Colour and the Shape," released in 1997.
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Song's InspirationIt is widely rumored that the song was written as a tribute to Kurt Cobain, the late lead singer of Nirvana. Grohl, however, has never explicitly confirmed this interpretation.
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Lyrics MeaningDave Grohl describes 'My Hero' as a song about ordinary people who you look up to rather than famous celebrities or icons.
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Chart Performance"My Hero" was a success on alternative rock radio and it peaked at number six on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart in the U.S.
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Award NominationsThe song "My Hero" was nominated for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals at the 1999 Grammy Awards.
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Pop Culture ReferencesThe song has been featured in several films including "Varsity Blues" and "The Faculty" which contributed to its enduring popularity.
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Live Performances"My Hero" has become a staple in Foo Fighters' live performances. Fans often sing along to the anthem-like chorus, creating a unified and emotional atmosphere.
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Music VideoThe music video for "My Hero," directed by Grohl himself, portrays a man saving children from a burning building. This supports the song's theme of everyday heroes.
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Cover VersionsDue to its popularity, "My Hero" has been covered by numerous artists, including Paramore and a particularly poignant version by fellow rock band One Republic during a COVID-19 Relief Concert.
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Song's InfluenceThe track has been cited as an influence by various rock musicians including Liam Fray of The Courteeners, signifying its legacy within the genre.
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PreservationIn 2019, "My Hero" was inducted into the SONGS Hall of Fame, cementing its status as a classic anthem.
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