I don’t mention it much on the boards, but I have very eclectic tastes when it comes to music. Today, I’m going to list and link to at least 5 videos that remind me of superheroes (or in broader terms, comics) that aren’t actually about them. Sound fun? No? Well, read ahead anyway, dang it:

1) Mr. Jones – Alexz Johnson

Even though this particular song is more likely to be linked to a spy or detective, in the craziness that is my mind, I can see it applying to any superhero that happens to change their clothing in a phone booth and has a female reporter in their life that’s constantly trying to piece together who her super lover is. It can’t just be me, can it?

2) Devil Inside – Utada Hikaru

The most obvious correlation would be Angel of the X-men, right? Well, when I hear this song, I almost immediately connect it with Jean Grey/Marvel Girl and the confusion that surrounds her and the Phoenix Force. In fact, I actually partner this whole song with Morrison’s New X-men run and how Jean and Scott were portrayed during it. Call me crazy, but it works in my mind. Also, gotta love the guitar riffs in this version.

3) It’s Not Fair – Janelle Monae

Outside of the palpable answer as to why I chose this song, this one just really reminds me of the relationships many heroes seem to take on and endure during their, “no one can know my secret,” tenures. If we want a specific case, this song greatly embodies the many relationships of Peter Parker, and even more particularly, that of him and MJ… even after OMD. Probably more so if that event is taken into account.

4) How to Save a Life – The Fray

Not particularly a superhero relating song, but a human one. You know those issues… the one where the supers have to deal with real difficult issues like drugs, death, and diseases. I’m sure you can all come up with at least one instance where this song would fit a hero or two (Speedy, Captain Marvel, Harry Osborn)

5) Fashion is Danger – Flight of the Conchords

What an apropos way to end off this list. Not only has fashion been something that has been commonly talked about in the comic world, but so often, creators feel the need to revamp costumes, which brings out the hate in its fans (See: Wonder Woman). Well, my friend… you think you know fashion? Fashion is danger!

6) Afraid – Nelly Furtado (BONUS)

I know I said 5, but this musical contribution to the world of auditory is one that can apply to any hero, and heck, any person. “Be a leader, not a follower”? Check. “You wanna spread your wings but you’re not sure. Don’t wanna leave your comforts. Wanna find a cure.”? Check. How many vague super hero references do I need to make to link you to the association?

And that’s that. What do you guys think of the list? Good? Bad? OMGAH, you have such bad taste in music (hey, that’s subjective, yo!)? Meh, how about giving me some suggestions of your own as well? That’d be much appreciated. :P