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Yet Neil lived a full life. This song mourns those that didn't because of a virus, or because of a noble choice of a lady to defend a gay from a mob. Heroes that get no recognition. True good is rarely, if ever, celebrated. We celebrate the illusion of good. We celebrate what sells.
I don't understand all the discussion about the 1st verse being out of place with the rest of the song? To me it fits perfectly. The song compares the common people who have a true impact on our lives to what society defines as "heros". The lyrics seem just fine to me.
Scott Zaccagnini even being conservative I'm open minded enough to respect homosexuals, they should be treated as humans and be allowed to act as they want. I love Neil's lyrics, it shows that the person described is a hero by showing Neil a new perspective.
This song reminds me of my cousin who struggled with mental illness and addiction. People like him are demonized for problems that they struggle to control. I believe that people who battle addiction are heroes in their own right just by trying their best to change and live a better life even when they don't have the strength or support to do it. To anyone who is dealing with the same problems as he did, just know that you are a hero and you can and will defeat the demons that plague you. You can do it.
this is one of the very few songs that I tend to avoid most of the time, because I know I just cannot hold back the tears when I listen to it, it moves me so much
I got the " shadow cross my heart " verse tattooed in memory of Neil. A dear friend of mine who died in March this year was the first to tell me Neil died. When I was informed of his passing, I was listening to afterimage. My friend was admired by many as a a DJ and caring soul. I honoured his 47th birthday this year by getting a tattoo of a pair of headphones and the opening lines of afterimage
when i heard Neil was gone i felt a shadow cross my heart.........not only the best drummer ever but also the best lyricist ever.... Rest in Peace Neil and thanks for the music..........
In a way I feel like this song is Rush speaking directly to their fans, telling us they’re not heroes and shouldn’t be worshipped as such. They are/were just three people playing music and doing their jobs. It’s a reminder to look up to the real heroes in society.
This song is amazing, telling the world that everyday people can have a secret side to them that is much more formidable than the celebrities that overshadow their existence. In a way, it inspires me to press on and do my best despite fortune favoring the lucky ones, because self virtue and understanding is it's own reward and trumps popularity and praise. Deep stuff, mang.
It's not a secret as such just pointing out that some of the most heroic acts are from every day people and they are rarely recognized as such while we do praise those for doing trivial stuff.
Man....this is one of the most well constructed songs I've ever heard in my life. The lyrics are so poetic. Everytime I hear it I'm chilled to the bone...chills to the point of tears more than once. Superb writing by a band that I don't even fully appreciate (their other songs I mean....they're good, but not my favorites.) But this song wows me every time.
I have always loved this song because it's so profoundly honest about how we people look up to the wrong people and things, so don't take things for granted try to be good to one another especially in light of the bad things that have happen in this world we live in. love and peace is the best way to live life....
Thank you for all the words you put together to create the greatest songs to grace this earth. Neil, I miss your talent with a broken heart, crying eyes, and a longing for more. In your memory I will share rush songs to the unknown. You are Nobody's Hero
Although they are now retired , the music of RUSH will live on through the ages . I will always be a fan and was fortunate enough to have seen them live 15 times . Thank you for the memories Alex , Neil and Geddy .
"I didn't know the girl, but I knew her family all their lives were shattered in a nightmare of brutality they try to carry on, try to bare the agony try to hold some faith in the goodness of humanity" considering what happened to Neil, those lyrics always make me cry
JoeJoe There was a young lady in Tulsa I didn’t really know personally but I knew her boyfriend’s aunt and her ex-boyfriend. Her name was Kelsey Tennant. She was murdered by a burglar who broke into her apartment in March 2017. Her story was on The First 48.
Whenever I hear the song “Nobody’s Hero,” and that 2nd stanza starts “I didn’t know the girl, but I knew her family” - I wonder if Neil was referencing the murder of a girl from his hometown of St. Catherine’s named Kristen French … who was abducted and murdered by two individuals while she was on her way home from school around ‘92 - Counterparts came out right after … That crime became known as the “Ken and Barbie” killings
Once I first listened to this song, I actually cried. Not only did it speak to me, but the lyrics moved me to no end. I listen to so much because of the hidden meaning of this and how it pertains to everyday life and society. I absolutely love this song, and Neil is a master at songwriting. Truly, an underrated song.
Excellent song. Unlike others here I think the 1st verse is entirely in keeping with the rest of the song and I can only assume the objection is based not on song quality but on the inherent prejudice of the complainer.
Very interesting what you wrote. I haven't seen the comments on here I assume you are referring to, but Rush often likes to mix it up musically and sometimes lyrically, and it could feel incongruous or disjointed to some. It;s sophisticated music, and they don't just slap it on the canvas. But even if they did, so what...as long as it works. Rush works at a deep level for me...I get them, I think. But I can also understand how some could find fault in certain ways. Rush rarely writes that tight song that's so tight it's like a perfect rhyme...but songs can be landscapes too. It's so hard to write about Rush...as Gene Simmons summed up, what kind of music is Rush? It's Rush.
Rush Fanbaugh It's more that there have been homophobes complaining about the content and subject of the 1st verse rather than anything musically constructed.
Yeah, it’s funny. People always seemed to get a little uncomfortable with that part. As if to display that you like it there’s something embarrassing about it. People are just fucking weird lol
Neil Peart really understands that we worship the wrong heroes. We need to pay more attention to the unsung heroes that actually do something for humanity.
And I think the subtle implication is that includes the band themselves. While we love their music, they are/were people just doing their jobs like we all are. They just happened to be very good at theirs.
Saw Kristen French's name in the comments and looked her up on Wikipedia. What a tragic and sad story. RIP. Also RIP to Neil's friend Ellis. Thought it was about Freddie Mercury but was wrong.
I love this song. I saw them perform it live back in early 1993. It crossed my mind as I heard the sad news that a double amputee who was a dear friend of mine from back in 2000 lost her battle with Diabetes a few weeks ago. RIP my dear sweet friend
I haven't listened to this song in a while, after some recent events I can't explain how much this song gets me, it's literally talking about what I've been through. Never knew rush would be the answer
When I hear this song, I think of my mom and dad, my grandma, so many of my elementary, middle, and high school teachers, even some of my college professors, that made me who I am today. They're nobody's hero. Just my heroes.
It's funny how some people listen to popular pop a shit like that and say that those are powerful lyrics. Whenever people say that I want to smack them with a keyboard and show them not just this song, but almost every rush song written
People can interpret and like whatever they want. Disliking someone because of their taste in music is fucking stupid. Ever listen to Kendrick Lamar? It's rap, but he's very popular and writes thought-provoking lyrics as well. Open your mind bud.
+Kyle Stallings I didn't say I was hating or saying they had a bad taste in music I'm just saying most music these days is just about breaking up and overly produced shit like hat
Rip neil i have learned alot from you. And will continue do so. Thanks for the great medicine. In which is nollege. I will continue to carry on your music in which is in greatness!! My condolences to your family and friends.
I love, love, LOVE this song. It humanizes everyday people, just trying to live their lives. People who you pass on the street, homeless perhaps, with no care. Everybody has struggles and lives to survive, but who cares about the people who are downtrodden and homeless? Nobody. They’re “nobody’s hero”. Great song and always relevant.
This song just cements Neil Peart's membership in the songwriters HOF. I know Neil was a shy and private person, but I wish I could have sat in a small bar and had a couple beers or coffee with him and gone for a bike ride, and just talked about philosophy and life. I think he would have been fun to just shoot the shit with. RIP, Professor.
I wonder, has any Rush fan or Rush lover ever mentioned "Owl City" before in the comments on any Rush video before? He was my favorite electronic artist of this current decade (and late 2000's), and (don't worry) I still love Rush too.
Soms vraag ik mij af hoe Geddy Lee al deze teksten kan onthouden,en dan nog bas en keyboard spelen ook,beste groep ooit en weeral bedankt voor deze video.
"When I heard that he was gone, I felt a shadow cross my heart"
That really hits hard today.
Thank you, and rest well, Neil...
😭😭😭😭
RIP Neil Peart
Amen brother.
Yet Neil lived a full life. This song mourns those that didn't because of a virus, or because of a noble choice of a lady to defend a gay from a mob. Heroes that get no recognition. True good is rarely, if ever, celebrated. We celebrate the illusion of good. We celebrate what sells.
Nice to know I wasn't the only one who thought of that.
My brother rory passed a month ago he loved this song i dedicate it to him r.i.p bro my hero.
Take care man.
I drink tonight during this song to your brother - I am sure was a stand up guy who deserves my respect - to rory!
My condolences
My condolences, my friend 😢🙏
Just announced that Neil Peart has passed. This song is making me cry
Me too 😭😭😭
@TruthFoot how so?
@TruthFoot I know what's obvious.
I don't understand all the discussion about the 1st verse being out of place with the rest of the song? To me it fits perfectly. The song compares the common people who have a true impact on our lives to what society defines as "heros". The lyrics seem just fine to me.
linesinthesand97 A lot of homophobes out there.
Scott Zaccagnini even being conservative I'm open minded enough to respect homosexuals, they should be treated as humans and be allowed to act as they want. I love Neil's lyrics, it shows that the person described is a hero by showing Neil a new perspective.
The first verse is about a friend of Neil's that passed away.
The second verse is about a young girl that was murdered.
It's very obviously about the AIDS crisis of the 80s and anti gay hate crimes.
Totally agree👍
Neil Peart = Everybody's Hero
This song reminds me of my cousin who struggled with mental illness and addiction. People like him are demonized for problems that they struggle to control. I believe that people who battle addiction are heroes in their own right just by trying their best to change and live a better life even when they don't have the strength or support to do it. To anyone who is dealing with the same problems as he did, just know that you are a hero and you can and will defeat the demons that plague you. You can do it.
@Leah H Great words, thank you!
This is what I needed to read tonight, thank you Liam. ❤
One of the best songs ever written.
Agree!
this is one of the very few songs that I tend to avoid most of the time, because I know I just cannot hold back the tears when I listen to it, it moves me so much
@@ErnestoStaccolanana I hear that. One of Rush's most moving songs, for sure.
Yes it is
very underated Rush song
I got the " shadow cross my heart " verse tattooed in memory of Neil. A dear friend of mine who died in March this year was the first to tell me Neil died. When I was informed of his passing, I was listening to afterimage. My friend was admired by many as a a DJ and caring soul. I honoured his 47th birthday this year by getting a tattoo of a pair of headphones and the opening lines of afterimage
"As the years went by we drifted apart. When I saw that she gone I felt the shadow cross my heart"
Rest in peace mom 9/14/1939 - 8/9/2013
when i heard Neil was gone i felt a shadow cross my heart.........not only the best drummer ever but also the best lyricist ever.... Rest in Peace Neil and thanks for the music..........
This is one of my favorite Rush songs. I think of it every time someone I care for passes away.
I totally agree with you
In a way I feel like this song is Rush speaking directly to their fans, telling us they’re not heroes and shouldn’t be worshipped as such. They are/were just three people playing music and doing their jobs. It’s a reminder to look up to the real heroes in society.
Look deeper
Billy
"When I heard that you were gone I felt a shadow cross my heart" 1-10-2020
January 7, not the 10th.
Jan 7th. . true story. On that day my life changed financially for the better.
True, but most people hadn’t “heard” he was gone until the 10th, when Neil’s family and band mates broke the news publicly.
It's been over four years since Neil left us. But he left us a treasure trove of original, thoughtful, emotional and inspiring lyrics.
This song is amazing, telling the world that everyday people can have a secret side to them that is much more formidable than the celebrities that overshadow their existence. In a way, it inspires me to press on and do my best despite fortune favoring the lucky ones, because self virtue and understanding is it's own reward and trumps popularity and praise. Deep stuff, mang.
word up mang….Happy New Year 2019
It's not a secret as such just pointing out that some of the most heroic acts are from every day people and they are rarely recognized as such while we do praise those for doing trivial stuff.
No wonder you've got your own bankai now. 😂
Fucking eh man
My hero is the most unassuming man you could ever meet. I knew god had to make at least 1 like him. Does not hurt that he looks just like alex
There was a girl who passed away in my school. The second verse always reminds me of her. And more so because I didn't even know her. But now I do.
maybe one of the greatest hidden gems.. so many amazing songs from Rush and this one is really pure and never gets old..
Man....this is one of the most well constructed songs I've ever heard in my life. The lyrics are so poetic. Everytime I hear it I'm chilled to the bone...chills to the point of tears more than once. Superb writing by a band that I don't even fully appreciate (their other songs I mean....they're good, but not my favorites.) But this song wows me every time.
One of Rush's greatest - from a great album. Fantastic drum sound and separation of instruments.
I have always loved this song because it's so profoundly honest about how we people look up to the wrong people and things, so don't take things for granted try to be good to one another especially in light of the bad things that have happen in this world we live in. love and peace is the best way to live life....
Favorite line..." Hero Is the pride and purpose in the unrewarding job"
It's "Is the pride of purpose" but ok
+JDM fishing You obviously can't read.
Mine too. That line really hits home.
DudeRush2112 go back to the video...says pride of purpose. Who can't read?
Righteous.
Try to hold some faith in the goodness of humanity.
Thank you. Everyone needs that right now.
@@liam1558 More . than . ever. Indeed = and I agree.
Amein.
Thank you for all the words you put together to create the greatest songs to grace this earth. Neil, I miss your talent with a broken heart, crying eyes, and a longing for more. In your memory I will share rush songs to the unknown. You are Nobody's Hero
Although they are now retired , the music of RUSH will live on through the ages . I will always be a fan and was fortunate enough to have seen them live 15 times . Thank you for the memories Alex , Neil and Geddy .
Godspeed, Neil. You were such an inspiration and amazing human being. 🕯
"I didn't know the girl, but I knew her family
all their lives were shattered in a nightmare of brutality
they try to carry on, try to bare the agony
try to hold some faith in the goodness of humanity"
considering what happened to Neil, those lyrics always make me cry
JoeJoe There was a young lady in Tulsa I didn’t really know personally but I knew her boyfriend’s aunt and her ex-boyfriend. Her name was Kelsey Tennant. She was murdered by a burglar who broke into her apartment in March 2017. Her story was on The First 48.
Whenever I hear the song “Nobody’s Hero,” and that 2nd stanza starts “I didn’t know the girl, but I knew her family” - I wonder if Neil was referencing the murder of a girl from his hometown of St. Catherine’s named Kristen French … who was abducted and murdered by two individuals while she was on her way home from school around ‘92 - Counterparts came out right after … That crime became known as the “Ken and Barbie” killings
@@roberthussey595 I read that’s exactly what he was referring to
Once I first listened to this song, I actually cried. Not only did it speak to me, but the lyrics moved me to no end. I listen to so much because of the hidden meaning of this and how it pertains to everyday life and society. I absolutely love this song, and Neil is a master at songwriting. Truly, an underrated song.
Yet another emotional and brilliant RUSH song. RIP Neil Peart. Greatest drummer and lyricist there ever was.
Such a powerful song and of the greatest Band of the world.
Excellent song. Unlike others here I think the 1st verse is entirely in keeping with the rest of the song and I can only assume the objection is based not on song quality but on the inherent prejudice of the complainer.
Very interesting what you wrote. I haven't seen the comments on here I assume you are referring to, but Rush often likes to mix it up musically and sometimes lyrically, and it could feel incongruous or disjointed to some. It;s sophisticated music, and they don't just slap it on the canvas. But even if they did, so what...as long as it works. Rush works at a deep level for me...I get them, I think. But I can also understand how some could find fault in certain ways. Rush rarely writes that tight song that's so tight it's like a perfect rhyme...but songs can be landscapes too. It's so hard to write about Rush...as Gene Simmons summed up, what kind of music is Rush? It's Rush.
Rush Fanbaugh It's more that there have been homophobes complaining about the content and subject of the 1st verse rather than anything musically constructed.
PREACH 🙌🏻
Yeah, it’s funny. People always seemed to get a little uncomfortable with that part. As if to display that you like it there’s something embarrassing about it. People are just fucking weird lol
Neil Peart really understands that we worship the wrong heroes. We need to pay more attention to the unsung heroes that actually do something for humanity.
R.I.P. Master...
RIP Master
And I think the subtle implication is that includes the band themselves. While we love their music, they are/were people just doing their jobs like we all are. They just happened to be very good at theirs.
Bye Neil, you for sure are my hero, love you. RIP.
The music today doesn't even deserve to be called music when I listen to this song. This is true brilliance.
Kristen French R.I.P.
Saw Kristen French's name in the comments and looked her up on Wikipedia. What a tragic and sad story. RIP. Also RIP to Neil's friend Ellis. Thought it was about Freddie Mercury but was wrong.
+Scott Zaccagnini also RIP Robbie Whelan
This song only becomes more relevant as time goes on.
This is definitely one of Rush's best albums
just found out my friend died yesterday he worked for me at the car wash. is the pride of purpose in the unrewarding job
This makes me cry
How does one, not appreciate, relate, understand and love this song. Very underrated and fantastic song.
Have this cranked up as loud as it can go, playing along on my Les Paul...thinking of you Neil...RIP.
Why is Counterparts one of my alltime favorite albums? But then again, all of the Rush music is brilliant
Rest In Peace Neil Peart.
I love this song. I saw them perform it live back in early 1993. It crossed my mind as I heard the sad news that a double amputee who was a dear friend of mine from back in 2000 lost her battle with Diabetes a few weeks ago. RIP my dear sweet friend
Such a powerful song. It gave me chills the first time I heard it.
Easily one of my favorite songs from this band. And Counterparts is an amazing album.
The Best Fucking Band of the World......Brazil loves you
no meu caso, Rock in Santa Rita do Passa QUatro kkkkkkkkkkkkk pq nem no rock in rio consigo ir
porra verdade mesmo entao....ele já parou ou ainda vai parar? Rush terminou ou tem alguem no lugar dele?
caraca hen....pro luar dele, acho q o unico que daria conta seria um mike portnoy, ex dreamtheater
Demais! fui pro show em 2010. inesquecível
This is one of my favorites and I love this song. I have a no body's hero in my life who saved my life. Thanks you and others who are no body's hero😀.
I have papa mike!!!
I wish he knew how strong he is!
This is by far the best Rush song, and one of the most underated songs ever made, this must be a Rock athern!
I haven't listened to this song in a while, after some recent events I can't explain how much this song gets me, it's literally talking about what I've been through. Never knew rush would be the answer
2:50 that riff literally gives me chills every time.
When I hear this song, I think of my mom and dad, my grandma, so many of my elementary, middle, and high school teachers, even some of my college professors, that made me who I am today. They're nobody's hero. Just my heroes.
To the world, we are all just one person. But to one person, you could be the world.
Grande som do Rush!
It's funny how some people listen to popular pop a shit like that and say that those are powerful lyrics. Whenever people say that I want to smack them with a keyboard and show them not just this song, but almost every rush song written
People can interpret and like whatever they want. Disliking someone because of their taste in music is fucking stupid.
Ever listen to Kendrick Lamar? It's rap, but he's very popular and writes thought-provoking lyrics as well. Open your mind bud.
+Kyle Stallings I didn't say I was hating or saying they had a bad taste in music I'm just saying most music these days is just about breaking up and overly produced shit like hat
Not all Pop Music lyrics are bad.
+Holliann Watson the vast majority of modern pop is the reason I drink bleach but people have opinions and I can respect that
Hey i was just saying and i'm 16 there are some pop songs i listen to
With this song and album Rush was riding a 17 year wave of greatness not many bands can claim that
When I heard that he was gone I felt a shadow cross my heart
Wow,this song speaks volumes
Amazing song thank you Neil for the words thank you Alex and Geddy for the music LONG LIVE NEIL PEART!!!!
Rip neil i have learned alot from you. And will continue do so. Thanks for the great medicine. In which is nollege. I will continue to carry on your music in which is in greatness!! My condolences to your family and friends.
The song makes me cry every time. Such a masterpiece
Amazing song 💜
the lyrics is brilliant
I totally agree
Sonny Anjangsono I agrees, this is must be the bestest worded rush song
Nicolas Christ I see what you did there!
Indeed. As usual. (O_O)
Yes they is!
Theres a shawdow cross all our hearts now. Rest in peace professor
masterful artisanship they take thier music to a higher level each album. always evolving. Thank you. your fan, john
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I love, love, LOVE this song. It humanizes everyday people, just trying to live their lives. People who you pass on the street, homeless perhaps, with no care. Everybody has struggles and lives to survive, but who cares about the people who are downtrodden and homeless? Nobody. They’re “nobody’s hero”. Great song and always relevant.
This is such a beautiful and timeless song.
Another piece of musical art from one of the greatest bands that has ever existed.
One of their best songs, moving tune!
Choke up every time I hear this.
You and many of us.
The true heroes walk quietly among us. RIP Bry. You were the best big brother in the universe and it was a gift from God to be your sister.
Rest in Peace Neil Peart.
You will be surely missed.
1/7/2020
The lyrics.. Ohh man. Amazing..
This really hits the feels hard ... RIP Neil.
Never ceases to make me emotional. Surprising, because I don't ever show any emotion.
what an awesome song from an awesome band
This is my music from an early age - I love it
this song always makes me cry. i'm not sure if it makes me sad but it does have an effect on me.
27 people need a Q-Tip !!! RUSH ROX !!!
One of the few songs that brings tears to my eyes. Great song and lyrics.
This song just cements Neil Peart's membership in the songwriters HOF. I know Neil was a shy and private person, but I wish I could have sat in a small bar and had a couple beers or coffee with him and gone for a bike ride, and just talked about philosophy and life. I think he would have been fun to just shoot the shit with. RIP, Professor.
Wow! Keep adding more lyrics!! Bravo!!
RUSH... There is no substitute
I wonder, has any Rush fan or Rush lover ever mentioned "Owl City" before in the comments on any Rush video before? He was my favorite electronic artist of this current decade (and late 2000's), and (don't worry) I still love Rush too.
Love this song
Oh, it's amazing! I love this song.
Damn, this song is really amazing
All the worlds troubles can be solved by some Rush lyric. Just listen!
I love that song
RIP Neil Peart
This is true music...
I love this song, thanks
very meaningful
Such a touching song for guy that gave us all so much. RIP professor
Neils lyrics are the greatest.
Wonderful song
Soms vraag ik mij af hoe Geddy Lee al deze teksten kan onthouden,en dan nog bas en keyboard spelen ook,beste groep ooit en weeral bedankt voor deze video.
This song is a master piece!
greatest band i ever know
Absolutely!
I love this song!