Hero
Nas, Keri Hilson
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QB! Where the f*ck why?all at? Ha! Ha! Ha! Yeah! let's go! Kiss money! Chain gleaming, switching lanes, two-seating Hate him or love him for the same reason Can't leave it, the game needs him Plus the people need someone to believe in So in God's Son we trust 'Cause they know I'ma give 'em what they want They looking for a hero I guess that makes me a hero Another chapter of the cleanest rapper, distinguished gentleman Crooks and castle on his back Maybach-er Exotic lady eye-catcher, holla at ya, call me the chiropractor Working like Muay Thai class, could perspire out ya And of course I've been the boss since back when Rocking D Boy, Fila, velour in a 190 black Benz Now they shut down the stores that I'm shopping Used to be train robbing, face covered in stocking I'm him! Chain gleaming, switching lanes, two-seating Hate him or love him for the same reason Can't leave it, the game needs him Plus the people need someone to believe in So in God's Son we trust 'Cause they know I'ma give 'em what they want They looking for a hero I guess that makes me a hero Rubber-grip-holder reloader, come at me I'ma rip your soldiers in half Silverback ape, nickel-plated mag Young, rich and flashy, young bitch, I'm nasty All black clothes so ice lay on me so classy And every time I close my lids I can still see the borough, I can still see the Bridge I can still see the dreams that my niggas ain't never lived to see Tell them angels opened the door for me From nine Berettas and moving raw To chilling in wine cellars, sticks and humidors That's what I call mature, that's what I call a G That's what I call a pimp, that's what I call a gangsta to the fullest, shit I'm tryin' to make more cream By every September 14th, that's my dream So I can be more clean as I grow yearly I can see things more clearly that's why they fear me Let's go! Chain gleaming, switching lanes, two-seating Hate him or love him for the same reason Can't leave it, the game needs him Plus the people need someone to believe in So in God's Son we trust 'Cause they know I'ma give 'em what they want They looking for a hero I guess that makes me a hero It's universal apartheid, I'm hog-tied, the corporate side Blocking y'all from going to stores and buying it First L.A. and **** ****** was riding wit it But Newsweek article startled big wigs They said, "Nas, why's you trying it? My lawyers only see the Billboard charts as winning Forgetting Nas the only true rebel since the beginning Still in musical prison, in jail for the flow Try telling Bob Dylan, Bruce or Billy Joel They can't sing what's in they soul! So "Untitled" it is I never changed nothin', but people remember this If Nas can't say it, think about these talented kids With new ideas being told what they can and can't spit I can't sit and watch it, so shit, I'ma drop it Like it or not, you ain't gotta cop it I'm a hustler in the studio, cups of Don Julio No matter what the CD called I'm unbeatable y'all! Let's go! Yeah, Nas, Polow Da Don
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Written by: GHARAH DEGEDDINGSEZE, JAMIE JONES, JACK KUGELL, JASON PENNOCK
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Walt Disney Music Company, Sonic Heaven Publishing
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15 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Hero" is a Hip Hop / R&B song, blending elements of both genres elegantly.
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Year of ReleaseThe song "Hero" was released in the year 2008.
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Album Information"Hero" is part of Keri Hilson's debut studio album, "In a Perfect World..." which was released in 2009.
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Collaboration Fact"Hero" is a joint effort between Keri Hilson and American rapper Nas.
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Music VideoDespite the popularity of the song, a music video was never officially released.
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Critical AcclaimThe song received positive reviews from music critics who praised Hilson's vocal performance and Nas's rapping.
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Keri Hilson's CareerThe release of "Hero", along with the success of her other singles, solidified Keri Hilson's place in the music industry.
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Nas and Hilson's Collaboration"Hero" marks one of the unique collaborations between a new generation female R&B singer and a seasoned male rapper.
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Nas' ContributionNas delivers a strong, engaging verse in "Hero", drawing on his reputation as one of the greatest rappers of his generation.
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Song MeaningThe lyrics of the song "Hero" has been interpreted as Keri Hilson's commentary on the music industry and her relationship with it.
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Production FactsThe song was produced by super-producing duo, Polow Da Don and Don Cannon.
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Non-single ReleaseDespite its popularity, "Hero" was not released as a single.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough "Hero" was not released as a single, Hilson's album "In a Perfect World..." debuted at number four on the US Billboard 200, indicating the song's contribution to the album's success.
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Live PerformancesBoth Keri Hilson and Nas have performed the song live at numerous events.
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Notable LyricsOne of the notable lines that stands out in the song is "I ain't no superwoman, I ain't no superhero.", echoing the sentiments of many people with the struggles of everyday life.
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