Eye Of The Tiger
Heart Attack Lyrics


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Risin' up, back on the street Took 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 happened 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 Risin' up to the challenge of our rival And the last known survivor Stalks his prey in the night And his fortune must always be 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




Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Eye of the Tiger" by Heart Attack can be interpreted as a motivational anthem about fighting for your dreams and persevering through obstacles to achieve your goals. The opening lines, "Risin' up, back on the street / Took my time, took my chances / Went the distance. Now I'm back on my feet / Just a man and his will to survive," suggest that the singer has faced adversity but has come out stronger for it. The line "You trade your passion for glory" implies that the singer may have made sacrifices and compromises in pursuit of success, but the chorus asserts that the "eye of the tiger" and the "thrill of the fight" are what keep him going. The song's message is reinforced with lines like "Don't lose your grip on the dreams of the past / You must fight just to keep them alive," which emphasize the importance of determination and perseverance.


The lyrics also touch on the idea of competition and facing challenges head-on. The line "Risin' up to the challenge of our rival" suggests that the singer is not just fighting for his own success, but to prove himself against an opponent. The description of the "last known survivor" stalking his prey in the night adds a sense of danger and urgency to the song, as if the singer is fighting for his life. The final lines of the song, "Just a man and his will to survive," drive home the theme that success comes from within, and that one's own strength and determination are the key to overcoming obstacles.


Line by Line Meaning

Risin' up, back on the street
After a fall, getting back into the game


Took my time, took my chances
Approached cautiously, but not afraid to take risks


Went the distance. Now I'm back on my feet
Endured a challenging journey and emerged victorious


Just a man and his will to survive
Depends on inner strength to overcome obstacles


So many times, it happened too fast
Experienced failures or setbacks quickly


You trade your passion for glory
Sacrificing true purpose for short-term gains


Don't lose your grip on the dreams of the past
Hold onto the aspirations that once motivated


You must fight just to keep them alive
Strive to preserve what matters most


It's the eye of the tiger. It's the thrill of the fight
The attitude and adrenaline that come with competition


Risin' up to the challenge of our rival
Challenging oneself to surpass competitors


And the last known survivor Stalks his prey in the night
The lone survivor perseveres and emerges victorious


And his fortune must always be eye of the tiger
Must maintain the fierce determination that led to success


Face to face, out in the heat
Confronting challenges head-on


Hangin' tough, stayin' hungry
Enduring with resilience and hunger for more


They stack the odds still we take to the street
Despite unfavorable circumstances, we persevere


For the kill with the skill to survive
Using talents to achieve ultimate success


Risin' up straight to the top
Ascending to the highest level of achievement


Had the guts, got the glory
Took bold action and achieved recognition


Went the distance. Now I'm not gonna stop
Overcoming challenges and determined to keep going


Just a man and his will to survive
Reliant on inner strength for survival




Writer(s): James Michael Peterik, Iii Sullivan Frankie M., Frank Sullivan

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