Livin' on a Prayer
The Hit Crew Lyrics
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Tommy used to work on the docks, union's been on strike
He's down on his luck, it's tough, so tough
Gina works the diner all day working for her man
She brings home her pay, for love, for love
She says, we've got to hold on to what we've got
It doesn't make a difference if we make it or not
We'll give it a shot
Woah, we're half way there
Woah, livin' on a prayer
Take my hand, we'll make it I swear
Woah, livin' on a prayer
Tommy's got his six-string in hock
Now he's holding in what he used to make it talk
So tough, it's tough
Gina dreams of running away
When she cries in the night, Tommy whispers
Baby, it's okay, someday
We've got to hold on to what we've got
It doesn't make a difference if we make it or not
We've got each other and that's a lot for love
We'll give it a shot
Woah, we're half way there
Woah, livin' on a prayer
Take my hand, we'll make it I swear
Woah, livin' on a prayer
Livin' on a prayer
Oh, we've got to hold on, ready or not
You live for the fight when it's all that you've got
Woah, we're half way there
Woah, livin' on a prayer
Take my hand, we'll make it I swear
Woah, livin' on a prayer
Woah, we're half way there
Woah, livin' on a prayer
Take my hand, we'll make it I swear
Woah, livin' on a prayer
Woah, we're half way there
Woah, livin' on a prayer
Take my hand, we'll make it I swear
Woah, livin' on a prayer
The lyrics to "Livin' on a Prayer" by The Hit Crew tell the story of a couple, Tommy and Gina, who are struggling to make ends meet. Tommy used to work on the docks, but his union is on strike and he's out of luck. Gina works long hours at a diner to support him, and they're both holding on to the hope that they can make it through together. The chorus is a plea to hold on to what they have, their love for each other, as they fight to make it in tough circumstances.
The song is a classic example of the power ballads that were popular in the 1980s. It's an anthem for blue-collar workers and anyone who's ever struggled to make it through tough times. The lyrics are simple and heartfelt, but the song's real strength lies in its soaring chorus and guitar riffs. It's a song that speaks to the heart of anyone who's ever had to fight for what they believe in.
Overall, "Livin' on a Prayer" is a song about hope and perseverance in the face of adversity. It's a reminder that even when things are tough, we can still find strength in the people we love and the things we believe in. It's a song that continues to resonate with audiences more than 30 years after it was first released, and it's likely to remain a classic for many more years to come.
Line by Line Meaning
Once upon a time not so long ago
This happened in the past, not too far back in time.
Tommy used to work on the docks, union's been on strike
Tommy was a dock worker, but his union went on strike
He's down on his luck, it's tough, so tough
Tommy is unlucky and is finding it difficult to cope
Gina works the diner all day working for her man
Gina spends her whole day working at the diner so she can support her man, probably Tommy.
She brings home her pay, for love, for love
She works hard and brings home her wages because she loves her partner.
She says, we've got to hold on to what we've got
Gina feels that they should stick together and make the most of what they have.
It doesn't make a difference if we make it or not
They don't care if they succeed or not.
We've got each other and that's a lot for love
They value each other a lot and consider that to be enough to get by.
We'll give it a shot
They're willing to try even though things are tough.
Woah, we're half way there
They're halfway through their struggle.
Take my hand, we'll make it I swear
They will help each other make it through.
Tommy's got his six-string in hock
Tommy pawned his guitar to get money.
Now he's holding in what he used to make it talk
He's keeping quiet about his problem because he used to express himself through music.
So tough, it's tough
Things are really difficult for them.
Gina dreams of running away
Gina wants to escape from the problems they're facing.
When she cries in the night, Tommy whispers
When Gina is upset, Tommy comforts her quietly.
Baby, it's okay, someday
Tommy reassures Gina that things will be better in the future.
Oh, we've got to hold on, ready or not
They need to stay strong no matter what happens.
You live for the fight when it's all that you've got
They feel that they have no choice but to keep fighting even though it's hard.
Livin' on a prayer
They are surviving purely by hope.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Jon Bon Jovi, Desmond Child, Richard S. Sambora
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