Grant performed as a musician for a time in her early teens, but stopped due to a bout of stage fright, and did not return to performing until her early 20s when she played some shows with Heavy Blinkers. She then released an independent EP, Jenn Grant and Goodbye Twentieth Century, in 2005.
She collaborated on her debut album, Orchestra for the Moon, with such artists as Ron Sexsmith, Heavy Blinkers, Matt Mays and Jill Barber, and later toured Germany and Canada in support of the album, including as an opening act for The Weakerthans.
She later began recording her second album, Echoes, on a farm in rural Ontario in 2008. The album was produced by Jonathan Goldsmith and engineered by Walter Sobczak at The Studio at Puck's Farm. Her voice was also featured in the song "We Made a Pact" by Hey Rosetta on their 2008 album Into Your Lungs (and around in your heart and on through your blood). Echoes was released in 2009.
In 2010 and 2011, she collaborated with Buck 65 on several tracks, including "Paper Airplane", "Cold Steel Drum", "Days Go By" and a cover of Leonard Cohen/'s "Who By Fire", on his 20 Odd Years series of EPs. Late in 2010, she also released a four-song EP, Songs for Siigoun, which featured a cover of John Denver's "Annie's Song".
She released her third full-length album, Honeymoon Punch, in early 2011. Her fourth album, The Beautiful Wild, followed in 2012, and her fifth album, Compostela, was released on October 21, 2014.
She continues to paint, including designing some of her own album covers.
Eye Of The Tiger
Jenn Grant 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
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 a tiger
Face to face, out in the heat
Hanging tough, stayin′ hungry
They stack the odds
Still we take to the street
For we 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 a tiger
Rising 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
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 a tiger
Eye of a tiger
The lyrics to Jenn Grant's song "Eye of the Tiger" are reminiscent of the iconic 1982 rock song performed by Survivor. Grant's version captures the same sense of determination and resilience. The opening lines, "Rising up, back on the street, Did my time, took my chances, Went the distance, Now I'm back on my feet, Just a man and his will to survive," convey a story of someone who has faced challenges and setbacks but has found the strength to persevere.
The lyrics emphasize the importance of holding onto one's dreams and passions, rather than getting caught up in the pursuit of glory. Grant sings, "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 serves as a reminder that it is essential to hold onto what drives us and not lose sight of our true aspirations.
The chorus repeats the iconic lines, "It's the eye of the tiger, It's the thrill of the fight, Rising up to the challenge of our rival," symbolizing the inner strength and determination required to face and overcome obstacles. The song expresses a sense of empowerment and the ability to rise above adversity, embracing the spirit of a survivor.
Overall, the lyrics of "Eye of the Tiger" by Jenn Grant convey a message of perseverance, resilience, and the importance of holding onto one's dreams. It encourages listeners to embrace their inner strength and keep fighting for what they believe in.
Line by Line Meaning
Rising up, back on the street
After facing hardships, I am determined and ready to face the world again
Did my time, took my chances
I have endured my past struggles and made bold choices
Went the distance
I persevered and went all the way
Now I'm back on my feet
I have regained my strength and confidence
Just a man and his will to survive
I am an individual driven by the instinct to overcome challenges
So many times, it happens too fast
Life's opportunities often come and go quickly
You trade your passion for glory
Sometimes, in pursuit of success, you must compromise your true passions
Don't lose your grip on the dreams of the past
Hold onto the aspirations you had in the past
You must fight just to keep them alive
Struggle and fight to preserve your dreams
It's the eye of the tiger
The unwavering determination and focus required to succeed
It's the thrill of the fight
The exhilaration that comes from facing challenges head-on
Rising up to the challenge of our rival
Facing and surpassing the competition that stands in our way
And the last known survivor
The one who has outlasted all others in the pursuit of their goals
Stalks his prey in the night
Relentlessly pursuing success, always vigilant and determined
And he's watching us all with the eye of a tiger
He observes everyone with the same fierce determination and focus
Face to face, out in the heat
Confronting challenges directly, even in difficult circumstances
Hanging tough, stayin' hungry
Remaining resilient and eager to achieve more
They stack the odds
Others deliberately make it difficult for us to succeed
Still we take to the street
Despite the obstacles, we persist and take action
For we kill with the skill to survive
We succeed and overcome challenges because we possess the necessary expertise
Rising up, straight to the top
Continuing to climb higher and pursue success
Had the guts, got the glory
By being brave and determined, I achieved the recognition I desired
Now I'm not gonna stop
I will not give up or be deterred
Just a man and his will to survive
I am an individual driven by my determination to overcome and thrive
Writer(s): Frank Sullivan, James
Contributed by Nolan Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Rising up, back on the street
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 a tiger
Face to face, out in the heat
Hanging tough, stayin' hungry
They stack the odds
Still we take to the street
For we kill with the skill to survive
Rising 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
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 a tiger
Eye of a tiger
@GHIBaal
There is a German TV add (from ergo) That uses this version. I had to find it on YouTube searched and actually found it!
I really don't remember the last time i had goose bums for the entire duration of a song.
@cyrilm4319
Hi, maybe the new Renault Capture hybrid car (that's French, but obviously international) ?
@minimalist1981
Ergo hat mich auch hierher gebracht
@hansputus8464
Mich hat ergo auch hierher gebracht. 😂
@xMahaDMAhx
....ebenfalls wegen der ERGO-Werbung hier😜
@verborgenewahrheit1594
Ich bin auch wegen Ergo hier
@shennie6227
The moments when you like the covers more than the original songs are rare...but this is such a moment! Thank you Jenn for this beautiful version👌🏼
@GolfieButterbro
💯, thats it!👍🏼
@Z3d0o0
WORD!
@jisessoneily6594
Cant reall compare it imo