View chords used in this chart
C
Let me go
Am Em
I don't wanna be your hero
F
I don't wanna be a big man
C G
Just wanna fight with everyone else
C
Your masquerade
Am Em
I don't wanna be a part of your parade
F
Everyone deserves a chance to
C G
Walk with everyone else
C
While holding down
Am Em
A job to keep my girl around
F
And maybe buy me some new strings
C G
And her and I out on the weekends
C
And we can whisper things
Am Em
Secrets from my american dreams
F
Baby needs some protection
C G
But I'm a kid like everyone else
Repete:
So let me go
I don't wanna be your hero
I don't wanna be a big man
Just wanna fight like everyone else
How to play Hero
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is C. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.