Ray was born on August 15, 1978 in a small town in South Africa and grew up in the North West area of the country.Dylan kicked off his career by performing in clubs and bars, he performed with fellow South African stars in South Africa. Dylan sings a lot of ballads, and incorporates electric guitar into most of his hits.
Tougher Than the Rest
Ray Dylan Lyrics
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You're all dressed up in blue
I been watching you awhile
Maybe you been watching me too
So somebody ran out
Left somebody's heart in a mess
Well if you're looking for love
Honey I'm tougher than the rest
Some girls they want a handsome Dan
Or some good-lookin' Joe
On their arm some girls like a sweet-talkin' Romeo
Well 'round here baby
I learned you get what you can get
So if you're rough enough for love
Honey I'm tougher than the rest
The road is dark
And it's a thin thin line
But I want you to know I'll walk it for you any time
Maybe your other boyfriends
Couldn't pass the test
Well if you're rough and ready for love
Honey I'm tougher than the rest
Well it ain't no secret
I've been around a time or two
Well I don't know baby maybe you've been around too
Well there's another dance
All you gotta do is say yes
And if you're rough and ready for love
Honey I'm tougher than the rest
If you're rough enough for love
Baby I'm tougher than the rest
Ray Dylan's "Tougher than the Rest" is a love song that explores the idea of toughness as a desirable trait in a relationship. The song starts on a Saturday night when the singer, presumably in a bar, spots a woman dressed in blue. From his observations, he deduces that she has also been watching him. He then suggests that he is tougher than any man who might have hurt her previously if she's looking for love.
The song proceeds to describe the stereotype of women who might be interested in handsome or charming men. However, the singer acknowledges that in his parts, he has learned to be content with what he can get. He then assures the woman that if she is looking for a tough man who can weather hardships, he's the ideal candidate.
The line, "Well it ain't no secret I've been around a time or two" suggests that the singer has been through several relationships and has learned the ropes. He supposes that the woman might have also been in similar situations. He pledges to walk the thin line of their relationship and be the one constant thing in her life. In the last verse, he pleads with her to say yes to another dance and assures her that he's ready and willing to give her the tough love that she desires.
Line by Line Meaning
Well It's Saturday night
It's currently Saturday night.
You're all dressed up in blue
You're wearing a blue outfit tonight.
I been watching you awhile
I've been observing you for some time now.
Maybe you been watching me too
Perhaps you've been also keeping an eye on me.
So somebody ran out
Someone just left.
Left somebody's heart in a mess
Their departure has caused emotional distress for someone.
Well if you're looking for love
If you're in search of a romantic relationship.
Honey I'm tougher than the rest
I am more resilient and prepared than other potential partners.
Some girls they want a handsome Dan
Some women desire an attractive and confident partner.
Or some good-lookin' Joe
Or someone who is physically appealing.
On their arm some girls like a sweet-talkin' Romeo
Some women want a charming and smooth-talking partner.
Well 'round here baby
In this area or community.
I learned you get what you can get
I've learned that you have to take what's available.
So if you're rough enough for love
If you can handle the difficult aspects of a relationship.
Honey I'm tougher than the rest
I am better equipped to handle these challenges than other partners.
The road is dark
The path forward is uncertain or difficult.
And it's a thin thin line
It's a very difficult or delicate situation.
But I want you to know I'll walk it for you any time
I will support you through this situation no matter what.
Maybe your other boyfriends
Perhaps your previous partners.
Couldn't pass the test
Failed to meet certain expectations or requirements.
Well if you're rough and ready for love
If you're prepared for the emotional challenges of a relationship.
Honey I'm tougher than the rest
I am better equipped to handle these challenges than other partners.
Well it ain't no secret
It's not a mystery or secret.
I've been around a time or two
I have some life experience.
Well I don't know baby maybe you've been around too
I'm not sure if you have similar experiences.
Well there's another dance
There are other opportunities for romance.
All you gotta do is say yes
You just need to agree or express interest.
And if you're rough and ready for love
If you can handle the difficult aspects of a relationship.
Honey I'm tougher than the rest
I am better equipped to handle these challenges than other partners.
If you're rough enough for love
If you can handle the difficult aspects of a relationship.
Baby I'm tougher than the rest
I am better equipped to handle these challenges than other partners.
Contributed by Brayden D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Sharlene Erasmus
on Ek Wil 'N Bietjie Van Jou Liefde He
Hou daarvan
Jaco de Jager
on Ek Het Jou Nodig
What was the original song before it was perfectly converted to afrikaans?