When the Going Gets Tough
Jessica Biel Lyrics


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When the going gets tough
The tough get going, tough, tough, huh, huh, huh
When the going gets tough, the tough get ready

Yeah, ooooh, do da do da

I got something to tell you
I got something to say
I'm gonna put this dream in motion
Never let nothing stand in my way
When the going gets touch
The tough get going

I'm gonna get myself 'cross the river
That's the price I'm willing to pay
I'm gonna make you stand and deliver
And give me love in the old-fashion way

Woooh

Darlin', I'll climb any mountain
Darlin', I'll do anything

Ooh, can I touch you (can I touch you)
And do the things that lovers do
Ooh, want to hold you (wanna hold you)
I gotta get it through to you, oooh

When the going gets tough
The tough get going
When the going gets rough
The tough get rough
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
Ooooh baby

I'm gonna buy me a one-way ticket
Nothin's gonna hold me back
Your love's like a slow train coming (slow train coming)
And I feel it coming down the track (woh)

Darlin', I'll climb any mountain
Darlin', I'll do anything
Ooh (ooh) can I touch you (can I touch you)
And do the things that lovers do
Ooh, (ooh) want to hold you (wanna hold you)
I gotta get it through to you (ooh)
Cause when the going gets tough
The tough get going
When the going gets rough
The tough get rough

Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Wooh, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah

Darlin', I'll climb any mountain
Darlin', I'll swim any sea
Darlin', I'll reach for the heaven
Darlin', with you lovin' me
Oooh (oooh)

Oooh, can I touch you (can I touch you)
And do the things that lovers do (can I touch you)
Oooh, want to hold you (wanna hold you)
I gotta get it through to you

When the going gets tough
Going gets tough




Going gets rough
Going gets rough

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "When The Going Gets Tough The Tough Get Going" by Billy Ocean are motivational and inspiring. The song is all about persevering through tough times and not letting anything stand in your way. The chorus is particularly catchy and memorable, with the repetition of "When the going gets tough, the tough get going" emphasizing the need to stay strong and move forward.


The opening line, "When the going gets tough, the tough get going," means that when things get difficult, it's important to stay strong and move forward. The lyrics go on to describe a dream that the singer wants to put into motion, and how he's willing to do whatever it takes to make it a reality. He mentions crossing a river and standing up for what he wants, and he's not going to let anything stand in his way. He's determined to get the love he wants and deserves, and he's not going to give up until he does.


The lyrics of "When The Going Gets Tough The Tough Get Going" are meant to inspire and encourage listeners to keep going no matter what obstacles they may face. Billy Ocean's powerful vocals and the upbeat tempo of the song make it an anthem of strength and determination.


Line by Line Meaning

When the going gets tough
When things become difficult and challenging


The tough get going, tough, tough, huh, huh, huh
Those who are strong-willed and determined take action to overcome the obstacles


When the going gets tough, the tough get ready
Those who are prepared and motivated will take action during tough times


I got something to tell you
I have an important message to share with you


I got something to say
I have something to express or communicate


I'm gonna put this dream in motion
I'm going to turn my idea into reality


Never let nothing stand in my way
I won't allow anything to hinder my progress


When the going gets touch
When things become difficult and challenging


The tough get going
Those who are strong-willed and determined take action to overcome the obstacles


I'm gonna get myself 'cross the river
I'm going to overcome this obstacle and achieve success


That's the price I'm willing to pay
I'm willing to do whatever it takes to accomplish my goal


I'm gonna make you stand and deliver
I'm going to make you fulfill your promises and show me the love that you promised


And give me love in the old-fashion way
I want you to show me affection and commitment in a traditional and sincere manner


Darlin', I'll climb any mountain
My love for you is unwavering and I'm willing to overcome any obstacle for you


Darlin', I'll do anything
I'm committed to fulfilling your needs and desires


Ooh, can I touch you (can I touch you)
Can I physically express my affection for you?


And do the things that lovers do
Can we engage in intimate and romantic activities together?


Ooh, want to hold you (wanna hold you)
I desire physical closeness with you


I gotta get it through to you, oooh
I need you to understand the depth of my feelings and love for you


When the going gets rough
When things become difficult, challenging, and chaotic


The tough get rough
Those who are strong-willed and determined become even stronger and more resilient when faced with difficulties


I'm gonna buy me a one-way ticket
I'm going to take a risk and make a commitment


Nothin's gonna hold me back
I won't allow anything to hinder me from reaching my goal


Your love's like a slow train coming (slow train coming)
My love towards you is building up gradually


And I feel it coming down the track (woh)
I'm sensing and anticipating the arrival of my love for you


Darlin', I'll swim any sea
I'm willing to face any challenges or obstacles for our love


Darlin', I'll reach for the heaven
I'll aim high and strive to achieve great things for us


Darlin', with you lovin' me
With your love and support, I am capable of conquering anything


When the going gets tough
When things become difficult and challenging


Going gets tough
It's essential to remain strong-willed and determined in the face of adversity


Going gets rough
This is when we need to show our strength and resilience the most




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BARRY JAMES EASTMOND, BILLY OCEAN, ROBERT JOHN LANGE, WAYNE ANTON BRATHWAITE

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Comments from YouTube:

@gladysmargaritabelisariosa3790

Uno de los mejores personajes de Colin Firth buena historia vale la pena verla.

@leopard72

I can't believe this song wasn't nominated for an Oscar. The arranger is a genius. My mouth dropped when I heard it at the end of the movie.

@yulinng

Kristin Scott Thomas is such a cold hard queen in this show - brilliantly so!

@cjrockjl

I love Colin saying 'really?' at the start! Great song!

@sunlightvision

I love this version a lot! It's more jazzy. While obviously it's Billy Ocean's song, they did a great job for this movie.

@Skatez93

y'know.. the more I listen to this song, the more brilliant I think it is :)

@MsMamabear42

I love this movie. Ben Barnes and Colin Firth ROCK and who'd thunk Jessica Biel had such a great singing voice.

@TheFoonoo

i absoulutely ADORE THIS SONG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! its my fav from the movieeeeeeeeeeee <3 my hats off to the actors and band!!!! <3

@my3cents

What a fantastic score! Looove it, THANKS!

@Rivermontana

Great movie.....Excellent......Love this song...What can you say about Ben.......Men...he's so good looking.....Love that killer smile......

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