Along with former bandmate, keyboardist/vocalist Jim Peterik, Sullivan co-wrote many of the group's hits including "Eye of the Tiger" and "Burning Heart" from the Rocky III and IV movie soundtracks.
Survivor is currently working on a new release. No release date is available at this time. Frankie is also actively writing with the supergroup Mecca's lead singer Joe Vana for this release as well as a rumoured Sullivan/Vana album as well in the future.
Eye Of The Tiger
Frankie Sullivan Lyrics
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Back on the street
Did my time took my chances
Went the distance
Now i'm back on my feet
Just a man and and his will to survive
So many times
It happens too fast
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
Risin' up to the challenge of our rival
And the last known survivor stalks his prey in the night
And he's watchin us all with the eye
Of the tiger
Face to face
Out in the heat
Hangin' tough
Stayin' hungry
They stack the odds
Still we take to the street
For the kill with the skill to survive
Risin' 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
"Eye of the Tiger" by Frankie Sullivan is a motivational rock song that gained popularity after it was used as the theme song for the movie "Rocky III" in 1982. The song tells the story of someone who has been knocked down but is rising back up to fight again. The first line "Risin' up, back on the street" suggests that he is back in the game after a setback. He has taken a chance and has gone the distance and now he is back on his feet with his will to survive.
The lyrics suggest that at times we trade our passion for glory, which means we may give up what we love doing for something that may not fulfill us. The chorus highlights the metaphorical 'eye of the tiger' which is the focus and determination necessary to overcome our adversaries. The line "Rising up to the challenge of our rival" is a call to action, to take on whatever challenges come our way. The last known survivor, who is watching with "the eye of the tiger," exemplifies the vigilance required to be victorious. The song emphasizes the commitment needed to win, and to always have the courage to take on the next challenge.
Line by Line Meaning
Risin' up
I am rising up despite past failures
Back on the street
I'm back to the challenges of life
Did my time took my chances
I paid my dues and took risks to succeed
Went the distance
I have gone far and kept my spirits high
Now I'm back on my feet
I have regained my strength and optimism
Just a man and his will to survive
I'm only a man, but I have the determination to live on
So many times
I have faced these challenges repeatedly
It happens too fast
Things often change in the blink of an eye
You trade your passion for glory
You may sacrifice what you love for success and fame
Don't lose your grip on the dreams of the past
Hold onto your dreams, even if they are from the past
You must fight just to keep them alive
You have to work hard to keep your dreams going
It's the eye of the tiger
It's the focus and determination to succeed
It's the thrill of the fight
There is excitement in facing challenges
Risin' up to the challenge of our rival
We are ready to face and defeat our competition
And the last known survivor stalks his prey in the night
The only one who lasts is the one who hunts in the dark
And he's watchin us all with the eye
He observes everything with a sharp focus
Of the tiger
Like a tiger, he is alert and ready
Face to face
We stand and confront our opposition
Out in the heat
We face the challenges directly
Hangin' tough
We remain determined despite difficulties
Stayin' hungry
We remain eager and motivated for success
They stack the odds
Our opposition tries to make it difficult for us
Still we take to the street
We don't give up and keep fighting
For the kill with the skill to survive
We use our expertise to achieve our goal
Risin' up
Once again, I'm fighting and rising up
Straight to the top
I'm aiming for the peak
Had the guts
I was not afraid to take risks
Got the glory
I achieved success and recognition
Went the distance
I have traveled long and hard to get here
Now I'm not gonna stop
I am unstoppable and will keep going
Just a man and his will to survive
I am only one person, but I have the strength to survive
Writer(s): Jim Peterik, Frank Sullivan
Contributed by Benjamin K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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