There’s something about you I wanna rescue
I don’t even know you so what does that mean?
Maybe I’m cynical, painfully logical
You’re tragic and beautiful
And that’s good enough for me
You’re looking for a hero, but it’s just my old tattoo
Tonight I swear I’d sell my soul to be a hero for you
Who’s gonna save you when the stars fall from your sky
And who’s gonna pull you in when the tide gets too high
Who’s gonna hold you when you turn out the lights
I won’t lie I wish that I could be your superman tonight
If somebody sent you an angel to save you
What would you tell him to turn him away?
That your heart don’t break?
That your lips don’t kiss?
That life is just a lie?
That heaven don’t exist?
Who’s gonna save you when the stars fall from your sky
And who’s gonna pull you in when the tide gets too high
Who’s gonna hold you when you turn out the lights
I won’t lie I wish that I could be your superman tonight
Who’s gonna fix you the next time you break down?
Stranded alone by the side of the road
It’s your baggage that’s dragging you down
Don’t look back, let it go-oh
Who’s gonna save you when the stars fall from your sky
And who’s gonna pull you in when the tide gets too high
Who’s gonna hold you when you turn out the lights
I won’t lie… I wish that I… was that superman…
Who’s gonna save you when the stars fall from your sky
And who’s gonna pull you in when the tide gets too high
Who’s gonna hold you when you turn out the lights
I won’t lie I wish that I could be your superman tonight
Superman tonight
Be your superman
Tonight
Yearning to Be a Hero: The Meaning Behind “Superman Tonight”
In “Superman Tonight,” Bon Jovi explores the deeply human desire to rescue someone in pain, even when the hero feels powerless. The lyrics paint a picture of empathy and vulnerability, with the narrator wishing he could be the savior for someone struggling with their own burdens. Phrases like “You’re looking for a hero, but it’s just my old tattoo” and “I wish that I could be your superman tonight” highlight the longing to provide comfort and support, even as the narrator acknowledges his own limitations. This emotional complexity gives the song its relatable and poignant quality, resonating with listeners who have ever wished to help someone they care about.
Song Credits
- Songwriters: Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora, Billy Falcon
- Release Year: 2009
- Label: Island Records