Eye Of The Tiger
D'Mixmasters Lyrics


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Rising up, back on the street
Did my time, took my chances
Went the distance, now I′m back on my feet
Just a man and his will to survive

So many times it happens too fast
You trade your passion for glory
Don't lose your grip on the dreams of the past
You must fight just to keep them alive

It′s the eye of the tiger
It's the thrill of the fight
Rising up to the challenge of our rival
And the last known survivor
Stalks his prey in the night
And he's watching us all with the eye of the tiger

Face to face, out in the heat
Hanging tough, staying hungry
They stack the odds still we take to the street
For the kill with the skill to survive

It′s the eye of the tiger
It′s the thrill of the fight
Rising up to the challenge of our rival
And the last known survivor
Stalks his prey in the night
And he's watching us all with the eye of the tiger

Rising up, straight to the top
Had the guts, got the glory
Went the distance, now I′m not gonna stop
Just a man and his will to survive

It's the eye of the tiger
It′s the thrill of the fight
Rising up to the challenge of our rival
And the last known survivor
Stalks his prey in the night
And he's watching us all with the eye of the tiger

The eye of the tiger
The eye of the tiger




The eye of the tiger
The eye of the tiger

Overall Meaning

"Eye of the Tiger" is a song performed by D'Mixmasters that tells the story of a fighter's journey to succeed despite the odds. The opening lines, "Rising up, back on the street, did my time, took my chances" imply that the singer has faced hardship but has emerged stronger. He is a warrior at heart and is ready to take on any challenge. The lyrics go on to say that many times, success occurs too quickly, and in the process, people lose their passion for what they do. However, it's imperative to keep the dreams of the past alive, and one must fight to keep them.


In the chorus, the lyrics say "It’s the eye of the tiger, it's the thrill of the fight, rising up to the challenge of our rival." The 'eye of the tiger' represents the fighter's focus, determination, and drive to succeed, while the 'thrill of the fight' alludes to the rush one feels being in the ring. The song encourages people to keep fighting and never lose hope, even in the face of adversity. In several verses, the song describes the singer's rise to success, stating that he went the distance and will not stop now.


Line by Line Meaning

Rising up, back on the street
After facing challenges and setbacks, the singer is now getting back on their feet and moving forward.


Did my time, took my chances
The singer has put in the necessary effort and taken risks in order to achieve their goals.


Went the distance, now I′m back on my feet
Despite facing long odds and hurdles, the singer has persevered and overcome their obstacles.


Just a man and his will to survive
The artist relies on their personal drive and determination to keep moving forward and succeed.


So many times it happens too fast
Success often comes quickly, without warning.


You trade your passion for glory
In the pursuit of success, people often sacrifice their personal joys and interests for the sake of recognition or achievement.


Don't lose your grip on the dreams of the past
It is important to not forget about the dreams and goals that motivated you in the past as you work towards your current aspirations.


You must fight just to keep them alive
Maintaining and achieving your goals requires a persistent and dedicated effort.


It's the eye of the tiger
The 'eye of the tiger' represents the fierce determination and drive needed to succeed in the face of challenges.


It's the thrill of the fight
The excitement and anticipation that comes with working hard to achieve a goal is a major motivator for the artist.


Rising up to the challenge of our rival
The singer is motivated by the opportunity to defeat an opponent and prove their abilities.


And the last known survivor
The artist is elated and empowered by the knowledge that they have overcome obstacles and survived where others have struggled or failed.


Stalks his prey in the night
The singer is ready and determined to pursue their goals at all times, regardless of the obstacles or time of day.


And he's watching us all with the eye of the tiger
The singer is focused and attentive to the world around them, using the 'eye of the tiger' to stay vigilant and find opportunities for success.


Face to face, out in the heat
The singer is willing to confront obstacles and rivals head-on, regardless of the conditions or pressures they may face.


Hanging tough, staying hungry
The artist is resilient and persistent in the face of challenges, never losing sight of their goals or their appetite for success.


They stack the odds still we take to the street
The artist is willing to take on challenges even when the odds are against them, and will work tirelessly to achieve their goals.


For the kill with the skill to survive
The singer is determined to achieve their goals and overcome obstacles, using their skills and talents to make sure they come out on top.


Rising up, straight to the top
The singer is working hard to achieve their goals and ascend to the highest levels of success and achievement.


Had the guts, got the glory
The artist has proven their dedication and courage in order to achieve their goals, ultimately resulting in success and recognition.


Went the distance, now I′m not gonna stop
Despite facing many challenges, the artist is determined to continue pursuing their goals and seeking out new opportunities for success.


The eye of the tiger
The 'eye of the tiger' symbolizes the artist's determination and drive to overcome any obstacle and achieve their goals.


The eye of the tiger
The 'eye of the tiger' represents the singer's unwavering focus and drive to succeed in the face of adversity.


The eye of the tiger
The 'eye of the tiger' serves as a reminder to the artist to maintain their strength and focus as they continue pursuing their goals.


The eye of the tiger
The 'eye of the tiger' represents the fierce determination and focus required to achieve success and overcome challenges.




Writer(s): Jim Peterik, Frank Sullivan

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Comments from YouTube:

Jerry Sykes

🔥 🔥 🔥 i had this on one of my True Force mix tapes i got in New York 20 years ago

Melanated Queen

I just remember the brian and tony gold on this now it just brung back some great memories growing up,times was much simple and music was well thought of and put together,all 15 artist a voice dem song pon one rythm...90s i miss it.

Da Royal General

even tho this riddim got some fair amount of airplay it was still a bit underserved. just I opinion still.

Roger Kerr

Mi did love this and couldn't hear enough of it.

Mario Manboarde

Booooooooooooounty. When r u going to get the recognition u truly deserve!

DAINJA NINE

Big bad dj easy booooom

Michael Life TV

Riddim Up

1234 13

Mi waiting for k2000 riddim

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