Action Comics #1 debuted on April 18 in 1938, and would go on to become the most expensive comic on the planet. More importantly, though, it also introduced a new superhero to the world, Superman.
Created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, Superman set the stage for superhero comics as we know them today, serving as the archetype for the whole genre. He’s starred in his own titles, in radio serials, in movies, on TV and Broadway, action figures, on T-shirts and cereal boxes, … and in songs!
Which brings me to today’s Smash Pages Playlist. The word “Superman” appears in a lot of different songs, both in reference to the character but also in many instances as a concept — a.k.a. someone who is strong, stands up for others or (in love songs) knows how to treat their partner right. I’ve tried to include songs here that at least make reference to the comic character and his traits, but some are more Superman-y than others. I’ve also mixed in theme songs from various Superman films and TV shows (I’d totally forgotten Remy Zero did the Smallville theme). Anyway, enjoy, and feel free to suggest some of your favorite Man of Steel songs I missed (because there are plenty more!)
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