Livin' on a Prayer
Metalachi Lyrics

Once upon a time not so long ago
It wasn't too long ago when this story took place.

Tommy used to work on the docks, union's been on strike
Tommy was recently an employee at the docks, which are now on strike due to issues with the union.

He's down on his luck, it's tough, so tough
Tommy is having a hard time and feels like luck is not on his side.

Gina works the diner all day working for her man
Gina works hard all day in the diner, supporting her significant other.

She brings home her pay, for love, for love
She earns her wages out of love and affection for her partner.

She says, we've got to hold on to what we've got
Gina reminds Tommy that they need to stick together and hold on to what they have.

It doesn't make a difference if we make it or not
Gina is saying that success doesn't matter as long as they have each other.

We've got each other and that's a lot for love
Having each other is all they really need when it comes to love.

We'll give it a shot
They will try to make their situation work with the resources they have.

Woah, we're half way there
They're halfway to their goal, whatever that may be.

Woah, livin' on a prayer
They're relying on a prayer or a miracle to help them reach their goal.

Take my hand, we'll make it I swear
Tommy assures Gina that they will make it together, whatever it takes.

Tommy's got his six-string in hock
Tommy had to pawn his guitar for some quick cash.

Now he's holding in what he used to make it talk
Without his guitar, Tommy has to keep his thoughts and emotions to himself.

So tough, it's tough
Their financial and emotional situation is very difficult to handle.

Gina dreams of running away
Gina has thoughts of escaping from their problems.

When she cries in the night, Tommy whispers
Tommy comforts Gina when she's feeling upset at night.

Baby, it's okay, someday
Tommy consoles Gina by telling her that things will get better eventually.

Oh, we've got to hold on,ready or not
They must stay strong and stick together, even though it's difficult and uncertain.

You live for the fight when it's all that you've got
Sometimes you need to keep fighting, even if that's all you have left.

Woah, we're half way there
They're still in the middle of their long journey.

Take my hand, we'll make it I swear
Tommy is confident that together, they can overcome anything.

Woah, livin' on a prayer
They continue to rely on a prayer or a miracle to help them make it through.