Johnny Hates Jazz - I Don't Want To Be A Hero

Music video by Johnny Hates Jazz performing I Don't Want To Be A Hero.

[@peterchambers2553]

I just wish Johnny Hates Jazz had done more albums. Brilliant pop music with intelligent lyrics, great singing and musicianship.

[@QGDeclined]

They're still active and had an acclaimed album in 2013 and put another out in 2020

[@jokerfleckcast3196]

​@@QGDeclinedthe new stuff is ok but lacks the reverb and epic polished production of these hits. A bit too dry. They should have made it more 80s

[@LoveMyBoys3]

@@jokerfleckcast3196 They don't want to sound like they did in the 1980's. What would the point of that be?

[@LoveMyBoys3]

Check out Magnetized and Wide Awake. Great albums!

[@Vasu979]

1980s was the best decade for music! Hands down

[@kkwan5208]

Always wonder why 80’s this decade could create such a huge number of fabulous musics?

[@derpysquid-8164]

This era still cold war I belive that in turn created fun music to lighten mood, upbeat songs like this with serious lyrics, and good slower songs. In a way fear of war brought out the artists and passion.

[@MGrayl-ib5fo]

Because you needed genuine talent back then - something that is still present today but diluted by the not-so-good artists who hide behind autotune & production tricks. Notice how songs had lots of different sections back then? 50% of today's output is just the same thing looped over & over. Jingles as opposed to songs.

[@5ven1]

@@MGrayl-ib5fo 100% This seems to have happened since the turn of the millennia. During the 1990s there were still some great bands creating their awesome songs. For example - Roxette and Bryan Adams.

[@Dead-Ball-Situation]

These guys created some beautiful songs and this was one of them. I just wish we had this back again today. I miss the 80's

[@terryburton971]

You have cds and KZbin i love and live in the 80s

[@fermincastro7094]

Me too...

[@samgreak352]

Look up fazzio death race or lost in thoughts both good songs FM attack which are bands race or darkwave/ synthwave

[@truthbetold6496]

nothing beats the eighties

[@marcomaldotti4056]

​@@fermincastro7094 ⁰p0

[@andradejurk]

I bought this album in Argentina in 1988. One of my favorites.

[@PabloPerez-ed9gp]

🙂

[@crystalidentity]

Was that in the middle of the Falklands War?? Wow! How poignant.

[@NixDarkLord]

@@crystalidentity 1988, not 1982

[@renatovicenziofrancesconis4476]

Escuchando esta sublime melodía, con audífonos, mientras todos a mi alrededor pasan como autómatas, en mall Plaza del Trébol, Talcahuano, Chile. Atte, un ochentero de corazón, que nació en 1967 y que ahora con 56 años, añora esa irrepetible década.- 🥺😪😔☎️📺📷📸🎸🎷📻🎧👍🏻👏🏻🙂🇨🇱

[@robertbest3796]

With the tensions going on in the world. All the world leaders should be sent a copy of this inspirational record. The Message is in the Music. Robert from Manchester

[@timthompson6194]

In fact the politicians must be sent into wars they organise to commit war crimes around the world. Jail the war criminals!

[@rexremedy1733]

I think those tensions are bad. I mean, if something is stretched too far, it sooner or later cracks. So they should loosen up those ties that bind them“

Especially those leaders who have enough weapons to impose their interests and resolve any dispute by force. Regards from Argentina.

[@rexremedy1733]

No. The world leaders know exactly what they want and act accordingly. Reminders are acts of foolish futility. Indeed they are merely reserved for the artistic types.

[@Juppalieu]

One of the best songs from the 80's Johnny Hates Jazz were amazing.

[@seanmomo2947]

Juppalieu what about The Pet Shop Boys? Hehe

[@erfan1635]

tell name of some other music like this

[@boingoboingo482]

​@@seanmomo2947and human league to

[@LoveMyBoys3]

They still are! Check out their last two albums Magnetized and Wide Awake!

[@Allan1291]

"And what if I fail Will you put me in jail For a murder, I will not commit?" I especially love that part of the lyrics, so powerful!

[@thiquegal8088]

It's amazing how they manage to write a pop political song.....one of the best bands in this decade and ever! Wish we had more songs from them!!

[@janicetehie3839]

Phenomenal. The message is timeless. Such an incredible song and band.

[@rexremedy1733]

Yes, it gets more current with time passing! Quite current indeed...

[@milosmarek5381]

Absolutely!!!

[@christiandal4968]

Just Great!

[@tigertilt2602]

68yrs old and love this song, great beat...

[@tykotate9346]

My mum had this cassette in her car in the 80's, we used to play it on loop - such a great album.

[@mikekaraoke]

You mean-Turn Back the Clock album!

[@kermitefrog64]

What an incredible song when you listen to the lyrics. And even though this song came out years ago its message still holds true today.

[@leanneb9529]

I just wanna go back to the 80's and stay there forever😧😧😧

[@jessiekondiah8110]

Me too😆😅

[@nitoff2312]

Ooooh my god wonderful music to clean sould2020 i love this music

[@joegoosebass3958]

@@nitoff2312 take me with you!

[@iche9373]

Dude, you're focusing on things you can't control. Now wonder why you are so sad.

[@ipurpleyou7777]

80s music and clothes are fantastic i'm all 31 i wear 80s clothes 💜

[@bobbysharpesr.1819]

I love this group, man I miss the 80’s

[@malpete]

You’re not the only one man

[@omanmc]

So melodic with burst of energy. Brings back happy youth!

[@rebels42wynn83]

This is still one of my all-time favorite cuts. Their music catalog is still so incredible after all of these beautiful years.😎😎😎

[@davidklein7962]

106.3 KHAT Lincoln Nebraska’s 10 in a row station played this….summer 1988! Great hit!

[@ShamyTV5k]

Johnny Hates Jazz one of favorite acts from the 80s - Classy 80s music they made, brilliant

[@dimitrismakris522]

The feelings i get from music like this are just beautiful

[@rachelquarrell71]

Now this is music.Wish the 80's would come back.

[@chilled99]

Press rewind

[@rachelquarrell71]

Love to,but can’t

[@dagnielaculrletto7249]

Muratori saluti sabato muratori

[@dagnielaculrletto7249]

Lunedì

[@idiotskycfph6429]

If you are here in 2020, you like real music I hope you have a Nice 2020

[@markhall5656]

can i come with you time machine ready to go

[@PhilOsGarage]

Oooh, that comment aged badly! 😂 thankfully this great song didn't. 🙂

[@stephane.9406]

@@PhilOsGarage omg i am over 50 yo now and is still like this song...

[@idiotskycfph6429]

@@PhilOsGarage yeah, this year sucks with this occuring pandemic

[@joaofalcao-ES]

We LOVE real music Greetings from Brazil

[@youtubemusic2500]

Absolutely fantastic as some of other songs from the same team. Keep in mind, that was the time of great style which included fashion, presentation and synth pop. Analog synthesizers and other instruments added icing to the cake of wonderful and unforgettable lyrics and voices. Comparing to 2023 which is nothing less than a garbage, 80's are time to remember forever!! Even though I like Jazz, I will settle for Hates Jazz anytime. Thank you for such wonderful music, I miss you!!!

[@johnwayne8051]

Great song! I wish there were more songs like this nowadays. I'd gotten used to that kind of music when I my father played almost every day. I am so grateful for this!

[@TheMafrand]

Man that album Turn Back the Clock was brilliant. Great great pop music.

[@Carina-tn8oi]

Shattered dreams,turn back the Clock,don’t say it’s love classics ❤this one also

[@mariofernandonorry5461]

¡Que nivel!¡La grandeza no requiere propaganda!👍

[@kathy282009]

This era was the best

[@josez1]

I purchased this album when it came out.. I was a fann of the band.. and still am.. I was in the Army at the time - 1989... Then I learned I was going to be deployed to IRAQ (gulf war)... I did not want to be a hero... But i was going to pull the trigger. That was my job. i had no questions about it.... i still like the song

[@sandrarodriguez6518]

Una de mis csnciones favoritas,La musica que se escucha hoy no tiene trascendencia ,Los 80 siempre sera recordada como la epoca dorada ,saludos desde Argentina.

[@MarkWG]

1988 through the early 1990's, some of the best music that made great memories of my prime. Cranked that music up!

[@Rjc-xk7zo]

One of the best bands in the 80's.Many good songs.👍

[@jaysenb]

80s a time pure aspiration and drive to succeed!

[@hey_filipe]

I don't get tired of listening, that's music! In the past, songs were made with feelings that touched the soul and heart.

[@caiterosemusic2712]

He is gorgeous! Been listening to this album on repeat. Cant get enough!

[@LoveMyBoys3]

Beyond gorgeous!

[@Done4Utube]

Qué banda tan buena por favor! Sus canciones eran sumamente pegadizas por lo armónico y elegante de su sonido.

[@porchfyre612]

One of my favorite 80's songs.

[@sandrabarros4326]

Cada vez que escucho ésta maravillosa música confirmo más y más que a los 'musicos' actuales se les acabó la inspiración para escribir buenas letras y hacer arreglos como éstos...

[@carlosizquierdo3618]

Así se habla , se nota que tienes gusto , saludos

[@anamariasamanotorres3259]

@@carlosizquierdo3618 ambos tienen razón.. los clásicos son eternos.. bendiciones para ti desde México

[@rutiliofirpo]

muy cierto , insuperable década 70/80 !!!

[@OscarTorresMora]

La mejor época de la música...y este trío tiene un estilo tan elegante y sofisticado, que se hace tan escuchable..y sus letras únicas.

[@mariaf.8468]

Marcaron una época irrepetible con una música motivadora , original , con clase y difícil de olvidar.

[@Johrdanmontoya1456]

UK , the best of pop music!!!

[@MorrisB1971]

I absolutely loved this song too just as much as Shattered Dreams. So crazy how i didn't get the deeper message to this song back in 1988. We teens of the 80s were so absorbed in the fun and greatness of the 80s we sometimes missed it behind the catchy tunes and dance melodies. God i miss the 80s

[@marcelosanchezfebles9220]

Lo mejor fue esa época sin duda saludos desde Buenos Aires Argentina

[@rubenzamorano5194]

Great voice and song, classic forever.

[@karlmulledy953]

I absolutely agree love the 80s and the music

[@rosscityofliverpool.983]

This song should be played now, it still has the power to send a message.

[@aglayamajorem9546]

Just now? How about before then?

[@thomasrusso6461]

Terry Bowles a song like this sends a message wish it was on radio today

[@dominewimbury2039]

Terry Bowles exactly

[@bopthelop]

What do you mean this is an anti America song. Only this country gives you the right to say such outrageous things about it that’s why America is great.

[@GlennFord007]

Yes it is a staple on Manila's 104.3 FM2

[@BBY-01YAMATO]

I’m forever grateful to my parents who exposed me to the music of this age, 80s music will forever hold a place in my heart

[@josebonifacio8366]

WELCOME TO THE REAL MUSIC!!!

[@sadallahzidoune9878]

Les années 80 des années magiques. Aujourd'hui une époque tragique.

[@jeremyhaines4481]

I wish the 80s would come back as the music is so much better than the music of today

[@conniedoan6917]

Amen!

[@TyTye]

the 80s will be back in 59 years time

[@albertpang102]

Yeah!!!!! Me too. Classics 80’s music is worth relishing and reminiscing about in this uncertain millennium 2021.

[@leer798]

The musics gone nowhere

[@tvprograms7207]

That because we get old. One day slap your bitch up be all the thing

[@attilakelemen3453]

80's music is the Best era ín my life

[@rachidxantia450]

magnifique chanson belle musique tres beau souvenir bravo johnny hates jazz

[@volliemaconjr3357]

I still love this song!!! ❤😊

[@carinarivero5387]

Amo esta banda 💖!! Desde Argentina 🇦🇷🇦🇷Enero 2021!!!!!

[@mateogamingyt8025]

Un amigo me mostro esta cancion y ahora casi siempre la escucho mientras juego warframe . Adoro la cancion Ando diciendo: no sere tu heroe

[@jojuancar624]

Igual yo , lindos recuerdos , tambien de argentina 👍

[@PabloPerez-ed9gp]

El héroe soy yo😎

[@renatomartinez5708]

Una anecdota, alla por 2018 saliendo de mi trabajo me llama un amigo para avisarme que JHJ estaba tocando en vivo en el barrio Bellavista en Santiago de Chile. Me dio la direccion y efectivamente estaban comenzando un show. El me pidio que le guardara un puesto porque venia en camino. Me resultaba increible que una tremenda banda, de este nivel estuviera tocando en un pub y no en un estadio. Suenan muy bien en vivo. Bueno, despues supe que el dueño del pub era argentino y muy amigo de la esposa de Clarck Datchler el vocalista que tambien es argentina y muy linda ademas. Clarck habla español bastante bien.

[@fredytamayo415]

Excellent, what style, tremendous song!!!

[@Sum_Yousah]

The message of this song is so relevant again!

[@DrLuke49]

*Never before has singing about conscientious objector status been so musically upbeat and catchy!*

[@liaojendyk9167]

I thought something similar when I heard this as well lol

[@angelabrown9729]

I agree 👍

[@del-boysnostalgiatvads7416]

Your comment is inappropriate,

[@del-boysnostalgiatvads7416]

@Michael Davidson huh ???

[@camilomanjarres1903]

conscientious objecting on the dance floor

[@drinkvodka1831]

I miss miss the 80s. I need a time machine to take me back

[@VinylSamuraisMusic]

Song is still with me everyday. I’m 37 and this track still ticks all the boxes. Just decent music with a wicked singer man Music is so dead now

[@jbsMUWcreations2089]

✨1987 has really awesome effects🤩

[@jbawesomevideos3556]

I know right especially this one

[@stefanodilorenzo3942]

Great music

[@cecile.resourcevous8610]

J'étais dans ma salle de bain et j'ai commencé à fredonner cette chanson. Une mélodie toute droite sortie de ma mémoire d'adolescente. Je l'adore toujours autant 🎶🙏🎶

[@taiwoabolurin6463]

This song brigs back memories of growing up back in the 80s. These Guys were awesome!!!!!!!

[@michaelschatzi]

Me too.Brings back memories of Me and my brothers growing up In The 80s.A Classic.I Play them a lot❤❤❤

[@Blackpete1]

Still a great and one of the most underpreciated songs with great lyrics.

[@rubenzamorano5194]

Jamas ha sido subestimada.

[@eldertoys1409]

The way they worked with the sound of the synthesizers, the super expansive and spatial acoustics they used, was unique, and they did it with all the instruments. I think that at that time they found a way, through sound mixing, to give soul and power to electronic instruments, so that they wouldn't sound like an empty, square can. In addition, there were the voices of the singers, which had to be special for this type of sound. Today, sadly, they do not use this type of arrangement, except for very independent and niche bands (Hurts and his spectacular "Wonderful Life" comes to mind). The good thing about all this is the identification with the 80s that we all find when listening to this type of sound. It is a true journey back in time to a happier and more sincere era.

[@paulanderson7796]

Mike Nocito had a great bass sound on this. I don't it was hollow body Hofner but brilliantly crafted line as well.

[@lolabelle4959]

I was 14 when JHJ came out + at 50 still a massive fan, great music is timeless!!

[@JonathanBrandonBissoo]

I used to play him during my high school days. I’m 24 now

[@lolabelle4959]

@@JonathanBrandonBissoo that's amazing, wish I'd of seen that!!

[@lucanick1974]

Oh, send me off to war With a gun in my hand But I won't pull the trigger Our destiny is here Beneath the red, white and blue So lead me to the slaughter Now don't be afraid Come and join the parade For the ultimate in sacrifice It's an old-fashioned story Of hope and of glory A ticket for taking a life I, I don't want to be a hero I don't want to die for you I don't want to be a hero Oh send me off to war In a far away land I never knew existed Subject me to the truth To the horror and pain Until my mind is twisted And what if I fail Will you put me in jail For a murder I will not commit? 'Cause you don't understand Till there's blood on your hands That it's time to forget and forgive I, I don't want to be a hero I don't want to die for you I don't want to be a hero And those who return Come back only to learn That they're hated by those who they love 'cos you're not satisfied Till the thousand will die And your anger is paid for in blood I, I don't want to be a hero I don't want to die for you I don't want to be a hero

[@jarekvoice08legend]

I thought this was a romantic song as always, but it's really political! If you could hear clearly more than the chorus part it would be very refreshing on the radio with a positive political message amidst all the meaningless romantic shit songs out there. :-)

[@vasya_prem]

Thank you for the lyrics here!

[@RogueWJL]

I know idea about the lyrics here. Thus is an incredibly well written song if this written by Lennon or George Micheal or Freddie it would be rightfully celebrated. It is a shame it is not. JHJ where a great group

[@Grace-qs1mv]

@@jarekvoice08legend All my life I thought this wuz a “romantic” song too...U & I LMAO 😂😂😂😂😂

[@maximg4171]

Wonderful song with great lyrics! Was a hit when I served in the navy.

[@pabloaguilarb.]

Buen exito, banda britanica, exito en Nostalgie. Agradable el sonido pop de los britanicos.

[@sandrineetdavidberman5523]

Magnifique chanson, voix sublime ! Et en plus un beau message !

[@PabloPerez-ed9gp]

🙂

[@lolalujan8874]

Buena música👍👍...la escuché cuando tenía 14 años ;pero el tiempo no borra esa época

[@chalayan]

One of my first favourite western songs I've heard when I was a kid. Still my fav :)

[@gosiamarszaek1910]

Super ❤️ ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ to były czasy, cudowne, dzięki bardzo!!!

[@slawomirchojnowski657]

Wspomnienia wciaz zywe.

[@dateddelvings1695]

All of a sudden, this song seems scarily relevant again.....

[@winko567]

R.A.G. M.A.R just what I was thinking

[@onlywhenimdancing]

i was just thinking that

[@leanneb9529]

The world is so scary now....

[@desertrose1226]

@@leanneb9529 illness is even worse than war. Thank you CHINA!!

[@alejandravalenzuelamolina4476]

This song id for young people. Please dont go to the war. Dont kill anybody dont be their héro do not die for him.

[@bige311]

Oh how I wish I could go back to 1984-1994 and just restart 😀

[@MilkAndCornbreadd]

In my opinion, this is Johnny Hates Jazz's best track out of their entire music catalog.

[@javidrasulov409]

Shattered dreams as well

[@cannonboard7866]

Alexander The Great Turn back the clock is one of their greatest too.

[@charliemagri1669]

Alexander The Great Not to sound controversial, but my fav is "turn back the clock".

[@gerladiant]

absolutely brilliant !!!

[@pawdaw]

the lyrics are just as amazing as the music

[@glynisjones8128]

Phenomenal music of the 80's I'll always cherish indeed!

[@mattdawg83686]

I haven’t heard this track in decades. How am I able to instantly remember all of the lyrics, yet not remember what I went in the kitchen for?

[@jivenji17]

Happen all the time lol

[@laurelsperanza9380]

WOW! My sentiments exactly!

[@conniedoan6917]

Don't feel bad , you're not alone. 😂😂

[@DimA-rx7nb]

Soooooooo true !!!!

[@stephencoulter8162]

Never realised in the day how powerful this song was

[@tanishapattinama9721]

I heard this song in the cab a few weeks ago... I instantly fell in love!

[@thomassharoniard4629]

I got the feeling I will never finish to discover the 80's.. discoveries go on and on and on ;)

[@universalblissempoweringtr140]

Brilliant! JHJ contributed to my fun teenage years late 80's and beyond. God bless you guys. Enjoyed Magnetized and now the new album in 2020. Don't stop the music is my favorite.

[@wolfspear04]

That whole Turn Back The Clock album is worth checking out. Great music!

[@Grace-qs1mv]

I’m back in 2021 And these music never get old😍😍😍😍😍

[@cezarpopa4368]

80,S are the best songs , the best times ...

[@yaheyah]

the music of the 70's 80's and 90's you can't compare to the music of todays 2020/21

[@angelamartin5003]

One of my 80s favourites.

[@fernandoferrer5279]

Fresh and lovely songs excellent band

[@carrroad]

JHJ - Pioneers of slick 1980s sophisti pop.

[@carolknight1745]

the singers always looked crisp and clean with lovely hairstyles. this is my favourite on and he's fucking gorgeous too! 😍

[@stephencoulter8162]

I'm not gay but boy he was a handsome guy

[@ph0enix428]

Carol Knight Jesus Christ, watch the fucking language Carol!!

[@lorrainegoulding5729]

I'd not kick him out of bed lol

[@bryanfranks]

Spot on Carol

[@e__x__n2371]

Absolutely agree, this band was pure fashion

[@brianziolkowski]

Johnny Hates Jazz had the style the moves and the rhythm that set the mid to late 80's and then moved into the 90's. These guys were great too bad today it's not like that.The 1980's will always be great ,I'm glad I was there for it.

[@ViniciusdiCopa]

Please take me back to the good 80s. We were much happier back then, even without a cell phone and the internet. Today's music has no soul or feeling.

[@adam2068]

Genios de la Musica.. los escuchaba en Ramos Mejía...!!!

[@francescobertini9938]

Grande musica anni '80!!!

[@simon5005]

OMG.........I'd forgotten about this one! Adding it to my video collection!!!!

[@lawrencehenry1326]

I did not hear this song until 2 years ago,. I don't get out much, But now it's in my heavy rotation of everyday music.

[@ngoodwin101]

Listening to this beautiful song 🎵 in March 2024 ❤anyone else xxx

[@claudiadejesus9442]

Eu

[@LoveMyBoys3]

Always!

[@R7der97]

These STUPID "WHO IS STIL LISTENING" IDI*T comments HAS TO STOP! THUMB them DOWN!!

[@manuelquiroga4607]

Que bestias mas fabulooosas del pop...mis ocheeeeeentas nostalguia de un tiempo que no volvera!! 👏👏👏👏👏😥

[@rulebritannia1553]

Legend Thanks 🙏 Takes me back Shout out from Oz Left in the 2007

[@juliehaley2765]

Fun and melody missing in music today. So much talented artists then. My era the fab 80s

[@brano7736]

only the 80s can produce hits like this

[@SuperDibbya]

I have to say the musical melody is so deeply sweet, its unreal... who knew the poms could produce such magnificent music flavour.

[@Wulfsdengym]

Lol, we Poms started the new romantic movement that paved the way for the 80's scene. USA had hair bands, we had shoulder pads and ruffled shirts

[@jobeLewOOH]

"I Don't Want to be a Hero" is a 1987 song by the British band Johnny Hates Jazz. It reached #11 in the UK top 40 in August 1987 spending 10 weeks on the chart. It is taken from their #1 album Turn Back the Clock.

[@misterevans8020]

I love Johnny Hates jazz songs.

[@karlavlogstv7170]

I'm also)❣️ talented singer 💙

[@linndiz]

Me too.

[@elisedeboer5223]

I love jonh song

[@ruth907]

@Steve qaàqaà1a111111a1àaq1

[@WithoutRemorse12]

The genre at the time was Sophisti-pop. It combined pop and jazz.