Hero
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Intro:
Em
Hero, hero
G
Hero, hero
D
Hero, hero
A
I wanna be a hero, hero
Verse:
Em
Oh the hero comes
I can hear the drums
G
And the horse is drawn
To the kingdom come
D
Through the pale moonlight
A
Our hearts ignite to the call
Em
Claim your prize
For a crown of stars
G
In the name of love
Be the sacrifice
D
You and I will stand and fight,
A
Our backs to the wall
Em
Hero, hero
G
Hero, hero
D
Hero, hero
A
I wanna be a hero, hero
verse 2:
Em
No escape
Let the fever rise
G
As our horses rage
And it burns inside
D
Maybe I'm the one
A
I'm the one who will fall
Em
Lay me down
On a bed of stone
G
I will wait for you
As I rest my soul
D
I will watch you ride
A
When you reply to the call
Em
Hero, hero
G
Hero, hero
D
Hero, hero
A
I wanna be a hero, hero
INTERLUDE:
G Em G D
Bridge:
G
Shut your eyes
Shut your eyes
Em
Don't be scared
Shut your eyes
G
Watch those lights
From the stars
D
In your head
Hypnotized
G Em
G
Join the fight for what's right
D
Let your heart be your guide
G
Hero, hero
Em
Hero, hero
G
Hero, hero
D
Hero, hero
How to play Hero
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Em. 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.