Her first single, "I Break Things", was released immediately upon her Nashville Star victory. The music video received heavy rotation on CMT and GAC, but the song peaked at #53. One subsequent single ("I'm Not Lisa") was released; it failed to reach the charts. Her first album, Erika Jo, was released by Universal South Records on June 14, 2005 and debuted at #5 on Billboard's country album chart, but the album, like its first single, enjoyed very limited success after its initial launch, selling just 118,829 copies through its first 11 months in releas
Strong Tonight
Erika Jo Lyrics
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And all I can do is watch it wash away
And sometimes, I'm the lighthouse standing on the shore line
Guiding all the sailors through the rain
Yeah, you shattered my heart
Yeah, I should really fall apart
I'm the stones that keep the river wide
A straight and steady light that shines
You can't cover me up, you can't keep me down
I'm strong tonight
I can hold my head up high
Tomorrow tears will take their flight
But I'm strong, I'm strong tonight
Sometimes I feel like I'm the girl out at the party
Too afraid to look up from her drink
But right now, I'm the dancer moving with the music
So free I don't even have to think
I'm taking it out on the town
Turning it up before I come down
But I'm strong tonight
I'm the stones that keep the river wide
A straight and steady light that shines
You can't cover me up, you can't keep me down
I'm strong tonight
I can hold my head up high
Tomorrow tears will take their flight
But I'm strong, I'm strong tonight
I can re-invent myself or live inside a living hell
Either way I'll do it well without you or anyone else
I'm strong
Yeah, I'm strong
Yeah, I'm strong tonight
I can hold my head up high
Tomorrow tears will take their flight
But I'm strong, I'm strong
Yeah, I'm strong tonight
The lyrics of Erika Jo's song "Strong Tonight" portray the idea of resilience and strength, despite the struggles and setbacks that life often throws one's way. In the first verse, the singer describes feeling like her life is slipping away, like sand through her hands. However, despite feeling powerless, she also sees herself as a guiding force, like a lighthouse in a storm, helping others navigate through difficult times.
The chorus then kicks in, repeating the notion that the singer is "strong tonight," further emphasizing the idea that strength is not a constant state but rather something that can be summoned when needed. The use of the metaphor of "the stones that keep the river wide" suggests that the singer is not only resilient but also steady and unwavering. The second verse builds on this theme, describing how the singer has moments of insecurity but is able to overcome them and enjoy herself in the present.
The final verse is perhaps the most powerful, as the singer expresses her ability to reinvent herself and thrive, even without the support of others. Overall, the song is a message of keeping hope alive even in difficult times and of finding the strength to overcome adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes I feel like my life spills into the ocean
Sometimes I feel like I'm losing control of my life and it's slipping away like water in the ocean.
And all I can do is watch it wash away
I feel powerless to stop it, and the feeling is overwhelming.
And sometimes, I'm the lighthouse standing on the shore line
Other times I feel like I'm a beacon, a source of guidance and hope.
Guiding all the sailors through the rain
I feel like I'm helping others through difficult times and struggles.
Yeah, you shattered my heart
Someone hurt me deeply, and it feels like my world is falling apart.
Yeah, I should really fall apart
It feels like I should be crying and giving up, but instead, I'm choosing to be strong.
But I'm strong tonight
Despite everything, I'm choosing to be strong in this moment.
I'm the stones that keep the river wide
I'm steady and strong, able to withstand anything that comes my way.
A straight and steady light that shines
I'm a beacon of strength, shining a light for others to follow.
You can't cover me up, you can't keep me down
No matter what happens, I won't let myself be beaten.
I can hold my head up high
I know my own worth and I'll never let anyone bring me down.
Tomorrow tears will take their flight
I know I'll have moments of sadness, but they won't last forever.
But I'm strong, I'm strong tonight
No matter what challenges I face, I'll be strong and overcome them.
I'm taking it out on the town
I'm making the most of my life and enjoying myself.
Turning it up before I come down
I'm living my life to the fullest and enjoying every moment.
I can re-invent myself or live inside a living hell
I can choose to change and grow, or stay in a bad situation and suffer.
Either way I'll do it well without you or anyone else
I don't need anyone's help, I'm strong enough to handle anything.
Yeah, I'm strong
I'm strong and capable, no matter what anyone else might think.
Yeah, I'm strong tonight
In this moment, I'm choosing to be strong and take charge of my life.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: SUNNY RUSS
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