Eye Of The Tiger
The Hit Crew Lyrics
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Eye Of The Tiger
Eye Of The Tiger
Rising 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
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 rivals
And as the last known survivor stalks his prey in the night
And he's watchin' 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 rivals
And as the last known survivor stalks his prey in the night
And he's watchin' 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 rivals
And as the last known survivor stalks his prey in the night
And he's watchin' 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
The eye of the tiger
The Hit Crew's song Eye of the Tiger is an emblematic soundtrack of the 80s that captures the struggles and triumphs of life. The song tells a story of a person who has faced numerous challenges in life and has successfully overcome them. The opening lines "Rising up, back on the street, did my time, took my chances" suggests a transformation of a struggling individual into a strong and confident one who has emerged victorious. The song emphasizes the power of will to make it through tough times and rise to the top, and how holding on to one's dreams is crucial to success.
The lyrics also speak about the importance of perseverance and determination when faced with adversity. It encourages the listener to keep fighting and not to lose hope. The phrase "It's the eye of the tiger, it's the thrill of the fight, rising up to the challenge of our rivals" further emphasizes the theme of endurance and motivation. The imagery of a predator stalking its prey in the night creates a compelling narrative that speaks about the relentless pursuit of success.
Line by Line Meaning
Rising up, back on the street
Getting back up and persevering despite adversity
Did my time, took my chances
Served their time and now seeking opportunities
Went the distance now I'm back on my feet
Worked hard and overcame obstacles, now in a position of strength
Just a man and his will to survive
One person relying on their own determination to persist
So many times it happens too fast
Challenges can arise suddenly and unexpectedly
You trade your passion for glory
Sometimes people compromise their true interests for external success
Don't lose your grip on the dreams of the past
Don't forget your original aspirations and what motivates you
You must fight just to keep them alive
You have to work hard to maintain your goals
It's the eye of the tiger, it's the thrill of the fight
The intense focus and excitement of combat
Risin' up to the challenge of our rivals
Confronting opponents and striving to surpass them
And as the last known survivor stalks his prey in the night
A metaphor for being the most resilient and adaptable in your environment
And he's watchin' us all with the eye of the tiger
He is always aware and alert
Face to face, out in the heat
Directly confronting the problem in difficult circumstances
Hangin' tough, stayin' hungry
Maintaining strength and focus despite challenges
They stack the odds, still we take to the street
Despite the odds, we persist and fight
For the kill with the skill to survive
Using expertise to overcome challenges and achieve goals
Risin' up, straight to the top
Advancing to the highest levels through hard work
Had the guts, got the glory
Taking risks and achieving recognition
Went the distance now I'm not gonna stop
Persisting and pursuing goals despite fatigue
The eye of the tiger
Referring to the intense focus and drive of the artist
The eye of the tiger
Referring to the intense focus and drive of the artist
The eye of the tiger
Referring to the intense focus and drive of the artist
The eye of the tiger
Referring to the intense focus and drive of the singer
The eye of the tiger
Referring to the intense focus and drive of the artist
Writer(s): Jim Peterik, Frank Sullivan
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