When the Going Gets Tough
AVID All Stars Lyrics
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The tough get going, tough, tough, huh, huh, huh
When the going gets tough, the tough get ready
Yeah, ooooh, du da do da
I got something to tell you
I got something to say
Never let nothing stand in my way
When the going gets touch
The tough get going
I'm gonna get myself ′cross the river
That's the price I'm willing to pay
I′m gonna make you stand and deliver
And give me love in the old-fashion way
Woooh
Darling, I′ll climb any mountain
Darling, I'll do anything
Ooh, can I touch you (can I touch you)
And do the things that lovers do
Ooh, wanna hold you (wanna hold you)
I gotta get it through to you, oooh
When the going gets tough
The tough get going
When the going gets rough
The tough get rough
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
Ooooh baby
I′m gonna buy me a one-way ticket
Nothin's gonna hold me back
Your love′s like a slow train coming (slow train coming)
And I feel it coming down the track (woh)
Darling, I'll climb any mountain
Darling, I′ll do anything
Ooh (ooh) can I touch you (can I touch you)
And do the things that lovers do
Ooh, (ooh) wanna hold you (wanna hold you)
I gotta get it through to you (ooh)
'Cause when the going gets tough, the tough get going
When the going gets rough, the tough get rough
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Wooh, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Darling, I'll climb any mountain
Darling, I′ll swim any sea
Darling, I′ll reach for the heaven
Darling, with you lovin' me
Oooh (oooh)
Oooh, can I touch you (can I touch you)
And do the things that lovers do (can I touch you)
Oooh, wanna hold you (wanna hold you)
I gotta get it through to you
When the going gets tough
Going gets tough
Going gets rough
Going gets rough
The song "When the Going Gets Tough" by AVID All Stars is a motivational track that encourages listeners to be strong and persevere through tough times. The chorus repeats the phrase "When the going gets tough, the tough get going" to emphasize the importance of determination and resilience. The lyrics suggest that the singer will stop at nothing to achieve his goals and win the love of his partner. He is willing to climb mountains and swim seas just to be with her.
The song is upbeat and features a prominent bassline, catchy keyboard riff, and lively drum beat. The vocals are soulful and dynamic, exhibiting the singer's passionate conviction. The track was originally written by Billy Ocean and produced by Wayne Brathwaite, Barry J. Eastmond, and Lester Mendez. It was released on the album "Suddenly" in 1984 and became a top 10 hit in the UK and US. The song has since been covered and remixed by numerous artists, including Boyzone, Billy Gould, and the cast of the hit musical "Dreamgirls."
Line by Line Meaning
When the going gets tough
In times of hardship and difficulty
The tough get going, tough, tough, huh, huh, huh
The strong and resilient take decisive action, undeterred by obstacles and adversity
When the going gets tough, the tough get ready
When faced with challenges, the tough become more determined and prepared to overcome them
I got something to tell you
I have an important message to convey
I got something to say
I have something to express
I'm gonna put this dream in motion
I will take action to make my dream a reality
Never let nothing stand in my way
I will not allow any obstacle or challenge to impede my progress
I'm gonna get myself ′cross the river
I will overcome difficulties to reach my destination
That's the price I'm willing to pay
I am willing to make sacrifices to achieve my goal
I'm gonna make you stand and deliver
I will demand that you meet my expectations
And give me love in the old-fashion way
I desire a traditional and heartfelt expression of affection
Darling, I'll climb any mountain
My love for you is unwavering and I will surmount any challenge for you
Darling, I'll do anything
I am willing to do whatever it takes for you
Ooh, can I touch you (can I touch you)
May I express my physical affection for you?
And do the things that lovers do
Engage in intimate activities known to couples
Ooh, wanna hold you (wanna hold you)
I desire to embrace and physically support you
I gotta get it through to you, oooh
I need to convey this message to you effectively
I'm gonna buy me a one-way ticket
I will commit to leaving and not turning back
Nothin's gonna hold me back
Nothing will prevent me from reaching my destination
Your love's like a slow train coming (slow train coming)
Your love for me is gradually, yet steadily, becoming more apparent
And I feel it coming down the track (woh)
I sense its presence and am eagerly anticipating it
Darling, I'll swim any sea
I am willing to endure any hardship or obstacle for you
Darling, I'll reach for the heaven
I am striving for the ultimate goal, guided by my love for you
Darling, with you lovin' me
Your love motivates and supports me in my endeavors
Going gets tough
In times of challenge and difficulty
Going gets rough
The situation becomes even more intense and challenging
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