Eye Of The Tiger
Royal Phil. Orchestra Lyrics


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Risin' up, back on the street
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
Don't lose your grip on the dreams of the past
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

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Royal Phil. Orchestra's song Eye Of The Tiger portray a sense of resilience and determination through the story of a fighter who rises up against all odds to succeed. The first verse tells us that the singer was down but not out, having been through tough times, but having made a comeback. He is back on his feet, ready to fight once again. The singer is admonished to keep his dreams alive and to fight for them. The line, "Just a man and his will to survive," encapsulates the essence of the song's message, that determination and resilience can help a person get through difficult times.


The second verse describes the singer's physical battle. He is up against his rival, who he intends to defeat with the skill to survive. He stays true to his dreams, despite the odds being stacked against him. The chorus echoes the message of resilience and determination, imploring the fighter to rise to the challenge and prevail over the rival. The line, "And he's watching us all with the Eye of the Tiger," suggests that the antagonist is always lurking, but the singer's resilience and determination will help him overcome the challenge.


Overall, the lyrics of the song are an ode to the fighting spirit, encouraging individuals to never give up on their dreams and to fight against all challenges that come their way.


Line by Line Meaning

Risin' up, back on the street
I have overcome my past struggles and am now standing tall


Did my time, took my chances
I paid my dues and didn't shy away from any risks that presented themselves


Went the distance
I didn't just survive, I thrived and pushed myself to go above and beyond


Now I'm back on my feet
I have recovered from my hardships and am ready to face new challenges


Just a man and his will to survive
My determination to persevere has brought me this far


So many times, it happens too fast
Life can be unpredictable and move quickly, catching us off guard


You trade your passion for glory
Sometimes we lose sight of what really matters and prioritize superficial achievements


Don't lose your grip on the dreams of the past
Don't forget the goals and aspirations that have led you to where you are today


You must fight just to keep them alive
You have to work hard and stay dedicated in order to maintain your dreams and goals


It's the eye of the tiger
The intense focus and determination necessary to succeed


It's the thrill of the fight
The excitement and adrenaline rush that comes with competition


Risin' up to the challenge
Confronting obstacles head on, without timidity


Of our rival
Against those who would stand in our way or compete against us


And the last known survivor
The person who has endured and outlasted all others


Stalks his prey in the night
Constantly monitoring and preparing for any potential threats or obstacles


And he's watching us all with the
The survivor is observing and analyzing others to gain a competitive edge


Eye of the tiger
A metaphor for the fierce determination and unwavering mindset necessary for success


Face to face, out in the heat
In direct confrontation, under pressure


Hangin' tough, stayin' hungry
Resilient and persistent, never becoming complacent


They stack the odds
Others may work against us or try to make things difficult


Still we take to the street
Nonetheless, we persist and take action


For the kill with the skill to survive
We use our abilities to the best of our ability with the ultimate goal of success


Risin' up straight to the top
Ascending to the highest level of achievement


Had the guts, got the glory
We showed bravery and courage and were rewarded with success


Now I'm not gonna stop
We will continue to work hard and remain motivated


The eye of the tiger
Referencing the fierce determination and resilience necessary for success


The eye of the tiger
An unyielding mindset of victory and success


The eye of the tiger
A reminder to maintain focus and keep pushing towards success


The eye of the tiger
Constant vigilance and preparation for any challenge or obstacle




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: FRANK SULLIVAN, JIM PETERIK

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