Tougher Than the Rest

Bruce Springsteen

About Tougher Than the Rest

"Tougher Than the Rest" is a song by Bruce Springsteen from his 1987 Tunnel of Love album. It was released as a single in some countries, following "Brilliant Disguise" and the title track, but was not released as a single in the United States. It reached as high as No. 3 on the Swiss charts, and also reached the Top 20 in the United Kingdom, the Netherlands and Austria.


Year:
2017
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Well It's Saturday night
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

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Bruce Springsteen

Bruce Frederick Joseph Springsteen (born September 23, 1949), nicknamed "The Boss", is an American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who records and tours with the E Street Band. Springsteen is widely known for his brand of heartland rock, poetic lyrics, Americana sentiments centered on his native New Jersey and his lengthy and energetic stage performances, with concerts from the 1970s to the present decade running up to an uninterrupted 250 minutes in length. more »

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Release Details
"Tougher Than the Rest" is a song from Bruce Springsteen's eighth studio album titled "Tunnel of Love", which was released in 1987.
Song Inspiration
Springsteen wrote this song inspired by his failing marriage to Julianne Phillips. The entire "Tunnel of Love" album reflects the troubles he experienced in his relationship during that time.
Music Video
The music video for "Tougher Than the Rest" was filmed in black & white, featuring Springsteen performing the song live. It was directed by Meiert Avis and won Best Male Video at the 1988 MTV Video Music Awards.
Live Performances
"Tougher Than the Rest" is a popular song in Bruce's live setlists. A memorable version was performed in 1988 with Patti Scialfa, who later became Springsteen's second wife.
Song Facts
The song is a slow, simmering ballad that showcases Springsteen's lower vocal register.
Cover Versions
Various artists have covered "Tougher Than the Rest", including Emmylou Harris and Travis Tritt. Tritt's version even reached number 52 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in 1994.
Song Reception
This song is hailed by critics and fans alike as one of Springsteen's most compelling love songs. It is praised for its honest lyrics, raw emotion, and the unique way it talks about love, bravery, and vulnerability.
Cultural Impact
"Tougher Than the Rest" was used in the finale of the British television series "The Virtues", aired on Channel 4 in 2019.
Song Style
The style of the song was a departure from Springsteen's earlier work, characterized by synth and drum machine, which was more prevalent in 1980s popular music.
Chart Performance
While the song wasn't independently released as a single in the US, it performed well in the UK, reaching number 13 on the UK Singles Chart.

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