Hercules
Hercules
Bless my soul
Herc was on a roll
Person of the week in every Greek opinion poll
What a pro
Herc could stop a show
Point him at a monster and you’re talking S.R.O.
He was a no one
(A zero, zero)
Now he’s a honcho
(He’s a hero)
Here was a kid with his act down pat
From zero to hero in no time flat
Zero to hero, just like that
When he smiled, the girls went wild with (“oohs” and “aahs”)
And they slapped his face on every vase, on every “vahse”
From appearance fees and royalties
Our Herc had cash to burn
Now nouveau riche and famous
He could tell you
What’s a Grecian urn?
Say amen, there he goes again
Sweet and undefeated and an awesome 10 for 10
Folks lined up just to watch him flex
And this perfect package
Packed a pair of pretty pecs
Hercie, he comes, he sees, he conquers
Honey, the crowds were going bonkers
He showed the moxie, brains and spunk
From zero to hero, major hunk
Zero to hero and who’da thunk?
Who put the “glad” in “gladiator”?
(Hercules!)
Whose daring deeds are great theatre?
(Hercules!)
Is he bold?
Is he sweet?
My favorite flavor!
Hercules, Hercules
Hercules, Hercules
Her-, her-
(Hercules, Hercules)
Bless my soul
Herc was on a roll
Undefeated
Riding high, (and the nicest guy)
Not conceited
He was a no one
(A zero, zero)
Now he’s a honcho
(He’s a hero)
He hit the heights at breakneck speed
From zero to hero
Herc is a hero
Now he’s a hero
Yes, indeed
The Meteoric Rise of Hercules: A Modern Pop Anthem
“Zero To Hero” by Ariana Grande breathes new life into the classic tale of Hercules, turning his journey from nobody to celebrated hero into a catchy, empowering anthem. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of transformation, celebrating Herc’s triumph over adversity with infectious energy and playful humor. Grande’s rendition captures the excitement of sudden fame, the admiration of the crowd, and the personal growth that comes with overcoming obstacles. The chorus is particularly memorable, emphasizing how quickly fortunes can change and how heroism can emerge from the most unexpected places. Ultimately, the song delivers an uplifting message about self-belief, perseverance, and the universal appeal of a true underdog story.
Song Credits
- Artist: Ariana Grande
- Songwriters: Alan Menken, David Zippel