Unveiling the Story Behind Choosing David Bowie's 'Heroes' as the Final Song of Stranger Things Season 5
The creators of the popular series Stranger Things recently shared the story behind choosing David Bowie's iconic track 'Heroes' as the final song of the show. The fifth and final season of the hit Netflix series was divided into three volumes, with the last four episodes airing on New Years Day. The show featured a star-studded cast and an impressive '80s soundtrack with hits from artists like Kate Bush, Michael Jackson, and ABBA. However, it was Bowie's 'Heroes' that played during the ending credits, chosen after a suggestion from Joe Keery, who plays Steve Harrington on the show.
The track 'Heroes' became one of Bowie's signature songs after its release in 1977. Co-written with Brian Eno, the song was inspired by an embrace under the Berlin Wall witnessed by Bowie. It has been covered by various artists over the years. Bowie famously performed the song near the Berlin Wall in 1987, sparking chants for the wall's fall. When Bowie passed away in 2016, the German Foreign Office paid tribute to him by posting a live version of the song online. A documentary later claimed that the lyrics of 'Heroes' were inspired by a day Bowie spent in Berlin with his then-girlfriend Clare Shenstone.
The final episode of Stranger Things set a new record for views on Netflix, but not all fans were satisfied with the conclusion. The Duffer Brothers addressed the ambiguity around the character Eleven and the theory that she faked her own death. Despite mixed reactions to the final season, the show continues to captivate audiences with its epic storytelling and emotional depth.