Holding Out For A Hero

by Dean Pitchford

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Where have all the good men gone, and (G)where are all the gods?

(F)Where’s the street

wise Her cu les

to (E)fight the ris ing odds?

Is n’t there a white

knight

up (Em)on a fier

y steed?

(F)Late at night I fuss and I turn

and (Bm)dream of what I (E7)need.

I (CN.C.)need a (Am)he ro.

I’m hold ing out for a (Em)he ro till the end of the night.

He’s (F)got ta be strong and he’s got ta be fast and he’s (C)got ta be fresh from the (G)fight.

I need a (Am)he ro.

I’m hold ing out for a (Em)he ro till the morn ing light.

He’s (F)got ta be sure and it’s got ta be soon and he’s (C)got ta be larg er than (G)life, larg er than (Am)life.

Some where af ter mid night

in my (C)wild est fan ta sy,

(F)some where just be yond my reach, there’s (Esus)some one reach ing back for (E)me.

Rac ing on the thun der and (Em)ris ing with the heat,

it’s gon na take a su per man to (Esus)sweep me off my (E)feet.

Up where the moun tains meet the heav ens a bove,

out where the light ning splits the sea,

I could swear there is (E)some one some where (Am)watch ing me.

Through the wind and the chill and the rain

and the storm and the (F)flood,

I can feel this ap (E)proach like a fire in my (F)blood,

like a fire in my blood, like a fire in my blood, like a fire in my blood, like a fire in my blood.

Ah!

I need a (Am)he ro.

I’m hold ing out for a (Em)he ro till the morn ing light.

And he’s (F)got ta be sure and it’s got ta be soon and he’s (C)got ta be larg er than (G)life.

Oh, he’s (F)got ta be strong and he’s got ta be fast and he’s (C)got ta be fresh from the (G)fight.

I need a (Am)he ro!

Holding Out For A Hero by Dean Pitchford — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Holding Out For A Hero by Dean Pitchford in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of C at 72 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

Tips for parents & teachers

  • Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
  • Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
  • Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
  • Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Holding Out For A Hero" good for a child learning piano?
Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Holding Out For A Hero"?
Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?
No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?
Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
What other Dean Pitchford songs work for kids?
Try "LEARNING TO BE SILENT", "MAMA SAYS", "HEAVEN HELP ME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.