Tuff
Pete Tex Lyrics
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I like to say Iâ??ve been fine and I do
But we both know the truth is hard to come by
And if I told the truth, thatâ??s not quite true
Some days are diamonds, some days are stone
Some time the hard times wonâ??t leave me alone
Some times the cold winds blow a chill in my bones
Now the face that I see in my mirror
More and more is a stranger to me
More and more I can see thereâ??s a danger
In becoming what I never thought Iâ??d be
Some days are diamonds, some days are stone
Some time the hard times wonâ??t leave me alone
Some times the cold winds blow a chill in my bones
Some days are diamonds, some days are stone
The lyrics of Pete Tex's song "Tuff" describe the ups and downs of life, acknowledging that some days are better than others. The opening lines suggest that when asked how he has been doing without the person he is singing to, he likes to say that he has been fine, even though that is not entirely true. This indicates that he is struggling with being alone and missing the other person.
The chorus repeats the phrase "some days are diamonds, some days are stone," emphasizing that some days are great and others are difficult. The lyrics also mention the presence of hard times that don't seem to go away, as well as cold winds that chill him to the bone. These are metaphors for the challenges that life can bring, such as sadness, loneliness, and fear.
The final verse is introspective, as the singer looks at himself in the mirror and realizes that he is becoming a stranger to himself. He sees the danger in becoming someone he never thought he would be, which reflects his struggle with staying true to himself and not losing his sense of identity.
Overall, the song "Tuff" is a poignant reflection on the complexities of life and the emotions that come with it.
Line by Line Meaning
When you ask how I've been here without you
When you inquire how I've managed to live without you
I like to say I've been fine and I do
I tend to claim that everything is okay, which is partially true
But we both know the truth is hard to come by
The reality is, honesty is difficult to express
And if I told the truth, that's not quite true
Even if I express the truth, it may not be the whole truth
Some days are diamonds, some days are stone
Life has its ups and downs, some days are great, while others are hard
Some time the hard times won't leave me alone
Occasionally, obstacles persist, causing distress
Some times the cold winds blow a chill in my bones
At times, unfavorable circumstances make me feel cold and miserable
Now the face that I see in my mirror
As I look into the mirror, I see my reflection
More and more is a stranger to me
Gradually, I feel like I'm losing touch with myself
More and more I can see there's a danger
I'm starting to recognize that there's a risk involved
In becoming what I never thought I'd be
In transforming into something I never imagined I could be
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Written by: ACE CANNON
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