Following the release of Here, which earned her an appearance on NBC’s “Today Show” among many other accolades, Owen performed the material live in major cities across the U.S., Canada and the UK. Reviewing her at NYC’s great launching pad for singer-songwriters, The Living Room, The New York Times raved that she “has the kind of wailing folk-jazz voice that slices away surfaces to touch vulnerable emotional nerve endings and leave you quivering.”
Preceded wherever she goes by her sterling reputation—Variety effusively describes her as “a charmer and a seducer, a rocker, and a jazz chanteuse”—Owen has recorded and toured with some of the world’s finest contemporary musicians, including k.d. lang, bluesman Keb ‘Mo, saxophonist Tom Scott, Julia Fordham, jazz vocalist Ian Shaw, Quantic and others. Cassandra Wilson calls her “one of the most passionate, mesmerizing, thoroughly creative vocal artists on the scene today.” Jamie Cullum has deemed Owen a “female Randy Newman.”
British folk-rock legend Richard Thompson was so impressed by the songbird that he invited her to perform on his tour, “1000 Years of Popular Music.” Owen’s considerable contributions to this historic jaunt are documented on a collectable 2006 CD and DVD of the event, where she and Thompson perform music dating back to the 13th century, up to contemporary tracks by Julie London, the Beatles and even Britney Spears. Owen has become Thompson’s female foil of choice: Aside from him performing on Happy This Way, Owen is featured on his most recent album, Sweet Warrior, and will join him in more U.S. performances of “1000 Years” this winter, when the show returns to the road.
More about this artist at www.judithowen.net
Eye Of The Tiger
Judith Owen 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
Risin' 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
Hangin' tough, stayin' hungry
They stack the odds
Still 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
Risin' 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
Risin' 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
Risin' 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
"Eye of the Tiger" is an empowering song, performed by Judisth Owen, about resilience and determination in the face of adversity. The lyrics describe someone who has hit rock bottom, but rises back up and becomes a formidable force to be reckoned with. The phrase "eye of the tiger" is used as a metaphor for having a laser focus and the willpower to keep going despite the odds.
The first stanza speaks about how the individual had a difficult past and has now returned from that experience ready to take on life's challenges. The second stanza cautions about how often one can get caught up in the glory of success and can lose sight of their true passion. The chorus then introduces the idea of the "eye of the tiger," which represents the drive and tenacity necessary to push through. The third verse speaks about how the person is now on top, having achieved the success they were after. The song ends with one final repetition of the chorus to underscore the message of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Risin' up, back on the street
After facing some setbacks, I am now getting back on my feet and hoping for a fresh start.
Did my time, took my chances
I faced some tough times in the past, but I did my best to take control of my life and make difficult decisions.
Went the distance
In order to achieve my goals, I had to put in a lot of hard work and effort.
Now I'm back on my feet
After some difficult times, I am finally standing tall and ready to face new challenges.
Just a man and his will to survive
I am a determined and tenacious person who always strives to overcome obstacles and achieve success.
So many times, it happens too fast
Often, things in life move too quickly, and we don't get a chance to appreciate or savor the moment.
You trade your passion for glory
Sometimes, in order to be successful or famous, we have to give up our true passions or goals in life, which can be a difficult sacrifice.
Don't lose your grip on the dreams of the past
It's important to hold onto our past dreams and memories, as they can give us strength and purpose in the present and future.
You must fight just to keep them alive
Achieving our dreams requires hard work and dedication, as we must constantly fight to keep them alive and make them a reality.
It's the eye of the tiger
A metaphor for the fierce determination and focus required to achieve success and overcome obstacles.
It's the thrill of the fight
There is a certain excitement and energy that comes with facing challenges and competing against others.
Risin' up to the challenge
Facing challenges head-on, without fear, is a key part of achieving success.
Of our rival
We often push ourselves harder and perform better when we have competition or someone to compete against.
And the last known survivor
A reference to someone who has gone through difficult times and overcome them, and is now stronger and more resilient as a result.
Stalks his prey in the night
A metaphorical reference to being stealthy and resourceful when pursuing one's goals or dreams.
And he's watching us all with the
A reminder that there are always others around us, either competing with us or looking up to us, and that our actions and behaviors have an impact on those around us.
Eye of the tiger
A repeated chorus emphasizing the importance of perseverance, determination, and focus in overcoming obstacles and achieving success.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Frank Sullivan, Jim Peterik
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