Synopsis

Roni Size and Reprazent's "Heroes" uses a stylized, performance-led approach rather than a conventional narrative. Onallee's vocals provide the emotional center as the group appears amid dark, atmospheric imagery, fragmented studio shots, and rhythmic editing. The visual language reflects the track's blend of soulful melody, jazz-inflected texture, and fast drum-and-bass breaks. Instead of presenting traditional heroes, the video focuses on mood, movement, and the collective energy of Reprazent's sound.

Factoids & Trivia

• "Heroes" was released in 1997 as one of the singles from Reprazent's debut album, "New Forms."

• Onallee wrote the song with Roni Size and provides its lead vocal, giving the track a softer, song-oriented character within a drum-and-bass setting.

• The single reached No. 31 on the UK Singles Chart and topped the UK Dance Singles Chart.

• "Heroes" was performed by Reprazent at the 1997 Mercury Music Prize ceremony, shortly before "New Forms" won the award.

• The song was issued in several contrasting club versions, including remixes by Origin Unknown, Basement Jaxx, Kitachi, and Peter Kruder.

• "New Forms" helped establish Bristol's Reprazent collective as a major public face of drum and bass, while "Heroes" demonstrated how the genre could accommodate delicate vocals and jazz-influenced musical detail.