3 Things to Know About Bowie’s “Heroes” in the Berlin Trilogy

“Heroes” is the second album in David Bowie’s Berlin Trilogy. It follows Low and precedes Lodger, forming the middle chapter of the three records.

The album was recorded in West Berlin with producer Tony Visconti and Brian Eno. Its sound blends art rock, ambient textures, and experimental electronics, reflecting the city’s divided Cold War atmosphere.

The title track is the trilogy’s most famous song, inspired by a real couple Bowie saw kissing near the Berlin Wall. It remains a defining anthem of resilience and defiance.