When the Going Gets Tough
Jessica Biel Andy Caine 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

"When the Going Gets Tough" by Jessica Biel, Ben Barnes, Colin Firth, and Andy Caine is a song about perseverance and determination. The lyrics suggest that when faced with obstacles, the tough will not give up but instead get going. The song talks about having a dream and never allowing anything to stand in the way of achieving it. It also highlights the importance of love and the lengths one will go to for it.

The first verse talks about the singer's determination to achieve their dream and how they are willing to do whatever it takes to make it happen. The second verse talks about the singer's desire to be with their lover and the lengths they will go to for their love.

The chorus reinforces the idea that when faced with difficulties, the tough will not give up but instead become stronger. This is shown through the repetition of the phrase "When the going gets tough, the tough get going."

Overall, "When the Going Gets Tough" is an inspiring song about overcoming obstacles and persevering through difficult times.

Line by Line Meaning

When the going gets tough
When life gets difficult

The tough get going, tough, tough, huh, huh, huh
Those who are strong and resilient take action to overcome the obstacles, even if it requires great effort and determination

When the going gets tough, the tough get ready
When things get challenging, those who are tough become proactive and prepared to deal with what may come

I got something to tell you
I have a message to convey

I got something to say
I have something important to express

I'm gonna put this dream in motion
I am going to take action to make my aspirations come true

Never let nothing stand in my way
I will not let anything hinder or obstruct my path

I'm gonna get myself 'cross the river
I will overcome obstacles to reach my goals

That's the price I'm willing to pay
Achieving my goal may require sacrifice, but I believe it's worth it

I'm gonna make you stand and deliver
I will motivate and inspire others to follow through and give their best

And give me love in the old-fashion way
I desire to be loved in a sincere, traditional manner

Darlin', I'll climb any mountain
My love for you is so strong that I am willing to overcome the most challenging obstacles

Darlin', I'll do anything
I am willing to go to any lengths to demonstrate my love for you

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

And do the things that lovers do
May I engage in intimate activities with you?

Ooh, want to hold you (wanna hold you)
I desire to embrace and comfort you

I gotta get it through to you, oooh
I need to make you understand

I'm gonna buy me a one-way ticket
I am committed to leaving my current situation and pursuing something new

Nothin's gonna hold me back
I will not let anything keep me from achieving my goals

Your love's like a slow train coming (slow train coming)
My attraction and affection for you is growing slowly but steadily

And I feel it coming down the track (woh)
I sense that our relationship is progressing and growing stronger

Darlin', I'll swim any sea
My love for you will help me overcome any obstacle or challenge, no matter how daunting

Darlin', I'll reach for the heaven
I am willing to strive for the most lofty goals and aspirations

Darlin', with you lovin' me
With your love and support, I can accomplish anything

Going gets tough
Life becomes difficult

Going gets rough
Challenges become more intense

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

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Comments from YouTube:

@gladysmargaritabelisariosa3790

1y↑2

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

@leopard72

14y↑1

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

13y↑3

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

@cjrockjl

13y↑4

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

@sunlightvision

14y↑2

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

14y↑2

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

@MsMamabear42

14y↑5

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

@TheFoonoo

13y↑5

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

@my3cents

15y↑2

What a fantastic score! Looove it, THANKS!

@Rivermontana

14y↑5

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

@SugarViv_

Rivermontana He’s a precious angel

@dramaqueen465

14y↑3

this was a really fun movie, i loved it and i had no idea that ben barnes could sing, everyone in this movie was amazing!!!

@eawoodard

13y↑6

I can't get over how awesome this is...gobble, gobble... :D

@marianne38120

15y↑1

Excellente cette version de la chanson de Billy Ocean !

@kevinamuir

14y

I can't find this soundtrack ANYWHERE! LOVE it!!!

@beyondbelieving

15y↑1

I totally love this song, makes me so happy. Just watched the movie and loved it, I'm searching for the soundtrack everywhere but can't find it. :(

@alandon

15y↑2

This song makes me really happy!! 8D

@nakamurasaiko

14y

wow.. ben is such a good singer

@kiarina1985

15y

yes. and also when they sing all together!

@LeeAnnGlenn

12y↑8

it's Colin saying "I'd climb ANY mountain" at 5:24 right? I wish he had more singing parts in this!

@boaasefaltskog6928

Ben Barnes

@maticobuzon645

11y

Luv this song!

@leonardssenkindu5802

Fantastic version

@kiarina1985

12y

Yes, I think it's him. His voice is so unique!! ^_^

@Thundernerd2aBird

12y

I LOVE BEN'S VOICE!!

@metria

15y

Thanks for uploading this :)

@ac9milan

15y

I thought that was him around 5:27 until the end when he randomly shows up again. I used to really like ac milan a couple of years ago, but not so much anymore. i still tune to whatever games they show in canada but i'm not a die hard fan. I like hockey though!

@MakeLAUGHnotWAR

14y

GLORIOUS! :-]

@aliases101

11y

That's Ben Barnes Singing. He's credited on the soundtrack.

@marquilla

13y↑1

Who sings @ 5:04, surely not Firth?

@LadyDragonbane

14y↑1

This version of the song is so weird, but man do I like it!

@Lamediluce

14y

Ho visto il film e ho cercato la canzone. Grazie....ciao :-)

@SunsweetNE

15y

Regarding the song being on itunes: Correct me if I'm wrong. But can't you buy it on itunes, download it on your computer, rip it onto a cd and then load it onto your mp3 player of whatever kind?

@shadowclips3456

14y

I like the parts that ben sing, he kinda has good singing

@houdaa13

14y

love this song super music jai bien aimee le film et cette music a la fin du film car je voulais que sa se termine come sa sa c'est terminer en beauter i like it

@weasleynmunatoti

14y

I love this! <3 Is it Ben saying "can I touch you?" in the end?

@linalina1121

Louder! ;)

@ac9milan

15y↑1

Does Colin Firth actually sing or does he just talk at the beginning?

@sarahw59

14y

This is funny. :D

@myloverisbillmurray

14y

who is it singing?

@marquilla

13y

@weasleynmunatoti It is. love it as well ;)

@MsMamabear42

13y

@robfergusonjr , You're right....most do...however, some...much better than other. There are also actors and actresses that shouldn't be in show business at all...I sippose, it's the connections that count and how much you're willing to pursue your dreams. It is refreshing when you find an actor or actress that can sing, dance, AND act well. There are many though...that are only capable of doing one thing, therefore...not ALL actors and actresses sing

@ILOVECHOCLATE21

12y

love this film soo funny

@rayblack2004

Columbia approves

@kiarina1985

15y

I think he just talk at the beginning. Excuse me, but are you italian?

@alysha813

15y

yes i know and plz tell me when u found the soundtrack

@nianiazuzia16

15y

same here:(

@heathermakesthings5499

1:33 Is that Ben Barnes singing?

@kiarina1985

4y↑1

Yes 😁

@heathermakesthings5499

@kiarina1985 Ok thanks! I wasn't sure, but it sounded like him!

@imspiffy2

15y

I totally just had to clamp my hands over my mouth to hold in an incredibly girly giggle from escaping. Pathetic...I know. Haha.

@ooMishaa

15y

jessica biel , the awsome and handsome ben barnes ;p and colin firth

@kiarina1985

15y

you're welcome!! ^_^

@ac9milan

15y

I thought he just talked at the beginning and a little bit at the end, but I was hoping he was actually singing. I'm not Italian. I am just a fan of AC Milan.

@kallenemet8476

29w↑1

What a pity! One can't hear the voice of JESSICA BIEL clearly. Do you?
Nevertheless Thanks! - (KN--10/05-2023)

@MsMamabear42

12y

@robfergusonjr No....they don't. It's not a prerequisite for them. You either can, or you can't...if you can do both, then BONUS...but no...not all can. And that's not a big deal