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American Idol Season 5 - The Songs

Hero

By Bill Lamb, About.com

"Hero" has become one of Mariah Carey's signature songs. It is one of the most inspiring pop hits of the past 15 years.

Performers

  • Heather Cox - February 28, 2006
  • Brooke White - April 15, 2008

Songwriters

Walter Afanasieff and Mariah Carey

Notable Recorded Version

  • Mariah Carey - #1 Pop (1993) (Listen)

Key Lyric Phrase

So when you feel like hope is gone
Look inside you and be strong
And you'll finally see the truth
That a hero lies in you

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