From a first single in 1979, the group successfully combined a pop rock and power pop (and sometimes, a blues rock) influenced backing with harmony side-vocals and Lewis' strident voice, and the band had numerous hit songs during the 1980s and early 1990s. These include "The Power of Love" and "Back in Time" (both of which were featured in the film "Back to the Future"), "I Want a New Drug", "Doin' It All (For My Baby)", "Do You Believe in Love?" "Hip to Be Square", "Stuck With You", and "Jacob's Ladder". Huey Lewis shared three Grammy awards, an American Music Award, and a People's Choice Award along with several artists for his role singing the 1985 charity song "We Are the World" as well.
=Albums=
Huey Lewis & the News (1980)
Picture This (1982) [#13 U.S. Gold]
Sports (1983) [#1 U.S. 7x Platinum]
Back to the Future Soundtrack (1985) [Gold]
Fore! (1986) [#1 U.S. 3x Platinum]
Small World (1988) [#11 U.S. Platinum]
Hard at Play (1991) [#27 U.S. Gold]
The Heart of Rock & Roll - The Best of Huey Lewis and The News (1992)
Four Chords & Several Years Ago (1994) [#55 U.S.]
Time Flies: The Best of Huey Lewis and the News (1996) [#185 U.S.]
Plan B (2001) [#165 U.S.]
Live at 25 (2005)
Greatest Hits & Videos (2006) [#70 U.S.]
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Eye Of The Tiger
Huey Lewis & The News Lyrics
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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 'til 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 going to 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
The lyrics of "Eye of the Tiger" by Huey Lewis & The News encapsulate the story of perseverance, determination, and resilience. The song conveys the struggle of an individual who has faced adversity and is now ready to rise again. It starts with the singer reflecting on their past experiences, mentioning that they have served their time and taken chances. They have gone through difficult times but ultimately managed to rise back on their feet. The line "Just a man and his will to survive" emphasizes the importance of inner strength and the drive to overcome obstacles.
The chorus revolves around the concept of the "eye of the tiger," symbolizing a relentless and focused mindset. It represents the thrill and excitement of the fight. The lyrics suggest that the singer is preparing to face their rival, the last known survivor. This survivor stalks their prey in the night, observing everyone, demonstrating their vigilance and determination.
The final verse reinforces the idea of determination and perseverance, highlighting the individual's journey to the top. They have accumulated the courage and glory, refusing to give up. It ends by reiterating the power of the eye of the tiger, recognizing that it is with this fierce and unyielding focus that one can overcome any challenge.
Line by Line Meaning
Rising up, back on the street
Getting back up and facing the challenges after experiencing setbacks in life
Did my time, took my chances
Having gone through difficult experiences and seizing opportunities
Went the distance, now I'm back on my feet
Overcoming obstacles and now standing strong
Just a man and his will to survive
Depicting the essence of a person's determination to keep going
So many times it happens too fast
Often, things change rapidly and unexpectedly
You trade your passion for glory
Sometimes sacrificing personal desires for achieving success
Don't lose your grip on the dreams of the past
Hold onto the aspirations and goals you had in the past
You must fight just to keep them alive
The struggle to preserve and pursue those dreams is necessary
It's the eye of the tiger
Symbolizing the focused determination and strength of character
It's the thrill of the fight
Referring to the excitement and intensity of facing challenges
Rising up to the challenge of our rival
Confronting and overcoming competition or adversaries
And the last known survivor
Describing the individual who remains triumphant
Stalks his prey in the night
Pursuing victory and success relentlessly
And he's watching us all
Observing everyone's actions and endeavors
With the eye of the tiger
Using the determination and focus to assess and reach goals
Face to face, out in the heat
Encountering challenges directly and in intense situations
Hanging tough, staying hungry
Remaining resilient and driven to achieve more
They stack the odds 'til we take to the street
Opponents try to make it harder for us until we confront them directly
For the kill with the skill to survive
Using the necessary abilities to succeed and overcome obstacles
Rising up, straight to the top
Progressing steadily and aiming for the highest point of success
Had the guts, got the glory
Having the courage and achieving recognition for it
Went the distance, now I'm not going to stop
Having come so far, the individual won't give up or quit
Just a man and his will to survive
Emphasizing the determination and strength of a person
The eye of the tiger
Highlighting the unwavering focus and determination
The eye of the tiger
Reinforcing the characteristic of intense determination
The eye of the tiger
Persistently channeling the strength and determination within
The eye of the tiger
Reminding oneself to remain resolute and steadfast
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Frank Sullivan, Jim Peterik
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