Superman (It's Not Easy)
Five for Fighting
Become A Better Singer In Only 30 Days, With Easy Video Lessons!
I can't stand to fly I'm not that naive I'm just out to find The better part of me I'm more than a bird, I'm more than a plane I'm more than some pretty face beside a train And it's not easy to be me Wish that I could cry Fall upon my knees Find a way to lie About a home I'll never see It may sound absurd, but don't be naive Even heroes have the right to bleed I may be disturbed, but won't you concede Even heroes have the right to dream And it's not easy to be me Up, up and away, away from me Well, it's all right, you can all sleep sound tonight I'm not crazy Or anything I can't stand to fly I'm not that naive Men weren't meant to ride With clouds between their knees I'm only a man in a silly red sheet Digging for kryptonite on this one way street Only a man in a funny red sheet Looking for special things inside of me Inside of me Inside me Inside me Inside of me I'm only a man In a funny red sheet I'm only a man Looking for a dream I'm only a man In a funny red sheet And it's not easy It's not easy to be Me
Become A Better Singer In Only 30 Days, With Easy Video Lessons!
Written by: John Ondrasik
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
13 facts about this song
Artist Origin"Superman (It's Not Easy)" is written and performed by Five for Fighting, a band name that is a hockey term referring to a five-minute major penalty for fighting. The band is technically a one-man show, with primary member John Ondrasik fronting it.
|
Song InspirationThe song was inspired by the difficulties of everyday life and the feeling of not being invincible like Superman. John Ondrasik wrote it during a tough period of his career where he pointed out that even Superman has weakness.
|
Release Date"Superman (It's Not Easy)" was released on April 1, 2001, as part of the band's "America Town" album.
|
Chart SuccessThe song peaked at #14 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States. It also received substantial airplay in Australia, Canada, and the UK.
|
Grammy NominationsThe song was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal in 2002.
|
9/11 ImpactFollowing the September 11 attacks in 2001, this song became an anthem of sorts for the times, due to its lyrics about heroism and struggle.
|
Charity PerformancesOndrasik performed the song at The Concert for New York City in 2001, benefiting the victims of the 9/11 attacks. He also sang it at the opening of the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City.
|
Prominent Live PerformancesThe song was also performed during the final season of the popular television show "Smallville," which is based on a young Clark Kent before he becomes Superman.
|
Pop Culture InfluenceThe song has been used in numerous films and TV shows, including "Dawson's Creek," "Scrubs," and "The 4400."
|
Impactful LyricsSome critics and listeners interpreted the lyrics as an examination of the challenges and pressures that come with being responsible for others or being a hero, making it relatable to many.
|
Music VideoThe music video for the song, directed by Ramaa Mosley, features Ondrasik singing on the rooftops of Los Angeles. Some film footage of the 1978 movie "Superman" was used in the video.
|
Dedication to HeroesOndrasik has mentioned in various interviews that the song, despite its comparisons to a fictional superhero, is really a tribute to everyday heroes - like parents, teachers, or anyone facing their own challenges.
|
Special VersionA new version was recorded in 2009 for the compilation album "Playlist: The Very Best of Five for Fighting". This version is a solo piano rendition, highlighting the lyrics more prominently.
|
Citation
Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:
Style:MLAChicagoAPA
"Superman (It's Not Easy) Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 8 Jun 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/34979336/Five+for+Fighting/Superman+%28It%27s+Not+Easy%29>.
Discuss the Superman (It's Not Easy) Lyrics with the community:
Report Comment
We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.
If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly.
Attachment
You need to be logged in to favorite.
Log In