He was a member of the band Brooklyn Dreams, best known for their collaboration with Donna Summer on " Heaven Knows" and "Bad Girls". Giorgio Moroder asked Esposito to be a guest vocalist on his 1982s Solitrary Men album on the "Turn To The Stone" track . In the 1980s, he's best known for his performances of the songs "Lady, Lady, Lady" from the 1983 film Flashdance". Also "You're the Best" from the 1984 film The Karate Kid. Esposito supplied backup vocals on Brenda Russell's 1988 "Piano in the Dark", as well as guesting with Laura Branigan on "Come Into My Life". Esposito released his solo debut Treated and Released in 1996.
Esposito is the father of Mike Esposito, a pitcher in the Colorado Rockies' organization.
Esposito is living in Las Vegas where he performs as a vocalist at various casino hotels. Esposito is currently writing songs for film and television. Esposito is still in demand for studio vocal work. During the early 1990s he and Eddy Hokenson (of Brooklyn Dreams) toured with Kenny Vance and the Planotones, a vocal group created for the movie, "American Hot Wax."
You're are the best
Joe Esposito Lyrics
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‘Cause you're only a man
And a man's gotta learn to take it
Try to believe
Though the going gets rough
That you gotta hang tough to make it
Try and you'll succeed
Never doubt that you're the one
And you can have your dreams!
You're the best!
Around!
Nothing's gonna ever keep you down
You're the Best!
Around!
Nothing's gonna ever keep you down
You're the Best!
Around!
Nothing's gonna ever keep you down
Fight ‘til the end
Cause your life will depend
On the strength that you have inside you
Ah you gotta be proud
Starin' out in the cloud
When the odds in the game defy you
Try your best to win them all
And one day time will tell
When you're the one that's standing there
You'll reach the final bell!
You're the best!
Around!
Nothing's gonna ever keep you down
You're the Best!
Around!
Nothing's gonna ever keep you down
You're the Best!
Around!
Nothing's gonna ever keep you down
You're the best!
Around!
Nothing's gonna ever keep you down
You're the Best!
Around!
Nothing's gonna ever keep you down
You're the Best!
Around!
Nothing's gonna ever keep you down
Fight ‘til you drop
Never stop
Can't give up
Til you reach the top (FIGHT!)
You're the best in town (FIGHT!)
Listen to that sound
A little bit of all you got
Can never bring you down
You're the best!
Around!
Nothing's gonna ever keep you down
You're the Best!
Around!
Joe Esposito's song "You're the Best Around" is an uplifting and motivational tune that encourages perseverance in the face of adversity. The song begins with the singer urging the listener to be their best self and to keep pushing themselves to improve, despite the challenges they may face. He stresses the importance of self-belief, encouraging the listener to have confidence in their abilities and never doubt that they are the one who can achieve their dreams.
The second verse is all about the idea that history repeats itself and that success is inevitable if you keep trying. The singer advises the listener to fight until the very end and to take pride in their efforts, even when the odds are stacked against them. He urges them to try their best to win every battle and assures them that, with time, they will become the one standing triumphant at the final bell.
The chorus is repeated throughout the song, reinforcing the message of triumph over adversity. The singer tells the listener that nothing is ever going to keep them down, no matter what obstacles they may face. The final verse encourages the listener to keep going, to never give up, and to always strive for the top. In the end, the singer affirms that they are the best, and nothing can bring them down.
Overall, the song is a powerful and uplifting anthem about never giving up and always pushing yourself to be the best you can be.
Line by Line Meaning
Try to be best
Challenge yourself to be the best version of yourself you can be
‘Cause you're only a man
Don't give up just because you're not perfect
And a man's gotta learn to take it
You have to learn how to handle challenges and not let them defeat you
Try to believe
Have faith in yourself and what you're capable of.
Though the going gets rough
Even when things get tough
That you gotta hang tough to make it
you need to be gritty and persistent in order to succeed
History repeats itself
Lessons of the past are valuable and can help you in the future
Try and you'll succeed
If you put in the work, you can achieve your goals
Never doubt that you're the one
Believe in yourself and your abilities
And you can have your dreams!
You can achieve what you set out to do if you believe in yourself
You're the best!
You're amazing, you're capable, and you're unstoppable!
Around!
Nothing's gonna ever keep you down
No matter what gets in your way, you will rise above it!
Fight ‘til the end
Never give up until you reach your goal!
Cause your life will depend
Your future hangs in the balance of your actions
On the strength that you have inside you
You have to rely on your inner strength and drive
Ah you gotta be proud
Be proud of who you are!
Starin' out in the cloud
Sometimes it's hard to see your way to your goal
When the odds in the game defy you
But you can overcome those odds!
Try your best to win them all
Put your best foot forward in all situations
And one day time will tell
One day, you'll get the recognition you deserve
When you're the one that's standing there
When you have achieved greatness
You'll reach the final bell!
You'll know you've made it!
Fight ‘til you drop
Keep pushing yourself, no matter the cost!
Never stop
Don't ever give up
Can't give up
Under no circumstances can you give up
Til you reach the top (FIGHT!)
Keep striving to reach your goals
You're the best in town (FIGHT!)
You are the ultimate champion!
Listen to that sound
Listen to the sweet sound of success and victory!
A little bit of all you got
Give it everything you have!
Can never bring you down
No one can stop you from achieving your dreams!
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ALLEE WILLIS, BILL CONTI
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