Rocky
DeEtta Little/Nelson Pigford Lyrics
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Gonna fly, fly, fly
Rocky's ready to make a move, yeah
Rocky's ready he just can't lose, yeah
Every nerve a wire sweatin' blood, like fire
Body's achin' from the hurt it's takin'
muscles screamin' like a burnin' demon
Every nerve a wire sweatin' blood, like fire
Tryin' hard now, it's so hard now
Tryin' hard now, Rocky power by the hour
Pumpin' iron God ya know he's tryin'
Every nerve a wire sweatin' blood, like fire
Gonna fly now, flyin' high now
Gonna fly, fly, fly
Feelin' strong now, won't be long now
Gettin' strong now, fists like thunder gonna put you under
Pumpin' iron God ya know he's tryin'
Every nerve a wire sweatin' blood, like fire
Gonna fly now, flyin' high now
The song "Gonna Fly Now" is the theme song of the movie Rocky, which was released in 1976. The lyrics of the song describe Rocky's state of mind and body as he prepares himself for a fight. The phrase "Gonna fly now" represents Rocky's determination to win the fight and his willingness to do whatever it takes to fly high and be victorious.
The lyrics also describe how Rocky's body is physically and mentally exhausted, but he continues to push himself harder and harder. His muscles are screaming in pain, and every nerve in his body is on fire, but he keeps on trying hard, pumping iron, and sweating blood to prepare himself for the fight. The line "Fists like thunder gonna put you under" shows how Rocky is confident in his abilities and is ready to take on his opponent.
The song is inspirational and motivates the listener to never give up and keep pushing themselves to their limits. It became an iconic song and is often played at sporting events to pump up the crowd.
Line by Line Meaning
Gonna fly now, flying high now
Ready to take off and reach new heights
Gonna fly, fly, fly
Determined to soar to success without hesitation
Rocky's ready to make a move, yeah
The singer is poised to make a significant play in the game of life
Rocky's ready he just can't lose, yeah
Unwavering self-belief and confidence that victory is inevitable
Every nerve a wire sweatin' blood, like fire
Maximum mental and physical strain and exhaustion being endured
Body's achin' from the hurt it's takin'
Physical pain and endurance is a necessary sacrifice on the road to triumph
Muscles screamin' like a burnin' demon
Overwhelming physical strain causing intense agony and discomfort
Tryin' hard now, it's so hard now
It is an arduous and formidable challenge to accomplish the task at hand
Tryin' hard now, Rocky power by the hour
Despite the difficult odds, Rocky is persevering and imposing his strength every hour
Pumpin' iron God ya know he's tryin'
Constantly pushing himself to the point of exhaustion and beyond to achieve the desired outcome
Feelin' strong now, won't be long now
The finish line is in sight and victory is close at hand
Gettin' strong now, fists like thunder gonna put you under
Mental and physical fortitude have been attained and punching power is formidable enough to defeat opponents
Gonna fly now, flyin' high now
The celebratory expression of the success and achievement that has been earned
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: AYN ROBBINS, AYN E. ROBBINS, BILL CONTI, CAROL CONNORS
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@paulbrennan2561
Absolutely brilliant.
A beautiful powerful inspiring love song.
This was done in the late 70s.
How good was that then.
And to put it in a boxing film.
Not a romantic based film.
And to pull it off spectacularly.
One of the modern great love songs ever.
Stil as good 2021.
@jtkirk75rm
Touch me, take me in your arms, shelter me from harm,
let me love you for a million years or more,
I never felt this way before,
before your kiss,
you take my heart away, away.
Love me, love me from your heart,
let us never part,
bring me all the dreams you thought would never be,
we'll make them all reality,
just you and me,
you take my heart away, away.
You're my dream come true,
baby I love you,
I confess I need ya,
I will never leave you alone,
oh I love you too,
my whole world is you,
I confess I need ya,
I will never leave you alone.
You take my heart away, away.
Touch me,
take me in your arms,
shelter me from harm,
let me love you for a million years or more,
I never felt this way before,
before your kiss,
you take my heart away, away.
Love me,…
@rubydavis128
This is the prefect song for a loving couple on their wedding day.
@irmaolvera1360
I NEVER COULD KNOW THESE SINGERS, BUT MY GOD! THEY SING WITH ALL THE HEART. MY FAVORITE!!
@jude2665
I don't care who you are. Once you hear this song all the way through, you never forget it. It really does move you. Together with the movie, you feel anything can be achieved. Even a great love. Great taste in music!
@ProudKansan08
When I saw this movie, this one song stuck with me long afterwards, and I think I heard it once on the radio and never again.I wonder why it wasn't played more. Such a beautiful, romantic song.I looked it up just now, and guessed it wouldn't be on here, & low & behold, here it is! Thanks for posting it! Love this song!!!
@gwenstudnick6291
I could not have said it any better. I feel exactly the same.
@SLYSPYHIWAY90
No one sings this better than theses two . The most heartfelt rendition , Their passion comes across loud and clear .
@andyroman9089
Marilyn McCoo and hubby Billy Davis Jr. Could have done this one just as good
@michaelschenke3528
Eines der schönsten und einfühlsamsten Duette. Passt wie die Faust aufs Auge zu den Rocky - Filmen und zur weiteren sensationellen Rocky - Filmmusik der 80er Jahre . Einfach großartig
@paulbrennan2561
Absolutely brilliant.
A beautiful powerful inspiring love song.
This was done in the late 70s.
How good was that then.
And to put it in a boxing film.
Not a romantic based film.
And to pull it off spectacularly.
One of the modern great love songs ever.
Stil as good 2021.
@RIPRICKJAMES
I heard this in the first ROCKY movie 30 yrs ago and I'm still moved by the words and the melody, its a beautiful song and a great movie, where ever I end up in this crazy world,...I will always be a PHILADELPHIAN!!