Take me for who I am
Oh you never know
Things you want to understand
Like a picture donning parts
Some things take time to see
A similarity then differences unraveling
Show me who you are
And I’ll let you in
And if you should see some scars
Remember that each of us have something like
I’m not that shy
I’m not too scared
I’m a little afraid
But isn’t everybody
And I’m not dead yet
I’m unprepared
I’m an unexpected hero
If you’re giving this
And if I’m dying
And I want to hide
Sometimes I close my eyes
And pretend to fly
And it works for me
And it wakes me, wakes me everytime
And it wakes me, wakes me everytime
Don’t judge me for who I’m not
And we’ll get along
Give me all that you got
And somehow we’ll belong
I could sleep at night
If I knew that you were
Always staying ’round
I’m not that shy
I’m not too scared
I’m a little afraid
But isn’t everybody
And I’m not dead yet
I’m unprepared
I’m an unexpected hero
If you’re giving this
And if I’m dying
And I want to hide
Sometimes I close my eyes
And pretend to fly
‘Cause it works for me
And it wakes me, wakes me everytime
And it wakes me, wakes me everytime
If I have my heart out on the line
Don’t leave it there…
Take me for who I am
And in a little while
I’ll be right around your fingers
I’m not that shy
I’m not too scared
I’m a little afraid
But isn’t everybody
And I’m not dead yet
I’m unprepared
I’m an unexpected hero
If you’re giving this
And you and I
Will we want to hide?
Sometimes we close our eyes
And begin to fly
And you wake me,
Wake me everytime.
Finding Strength in Vulnerability
“Unexpected Hero” by Natasha Bedingfield is a heartfelt exploration of embracing one’s insecurities and discovering inner courage. The lyrics invite listeners to accept themselves and others wholeheartedly, highlighting the universal experience of fear and uncertainty. Bedingfield’s open admission—“I’m not that shy, I’m not too scared, I’m a little afraid, but isn’t everybody”—reminds us that vulnerability is a shared human trait, not a weakness. The repeated motif of pretending to fly suggests the power of imagination and hope in overcoming challenges, while the refrain affirms that anyone can be a hero, even when they feel unprepared. This song resonates as an anthem for those learning to trust, connect, and rise above their doubts.
Song Credits
Artist: Natasha Bedingfield
Songwriters: Natasha Bedingfield