Survivor

Dead on my feet -- got a deadline to meet
But it can wait -- can't concentrate --
This one-track mind won't leave you behind
Why punish me with memories
If only now I could turn back the pages --
I played some games that I've lived to regret
I only wish I had gone through those stages --
Years before we met --
But I know

*This time --
I'm ready for the real thing
Last Time --
I couldn't be true
This time --
I'm ready for the real thing too*

Turn on the light, I've been tossing all night
I try to read but it's love that I need --
In my mind -- the sound of goodbye
Keeps hauntin' me like a distant dream --
If only now I could turn back the pages --
I played some games that I've lived to regret
I only wish I had gone through those changes
Years before we met --
And baby

( * Repeat)

This time --
I'm ready for the real thing
Last time --
I couldn't be true
This time --
Get ready for the real thing
Cause this time baby --
I'm ready for you

The legendary Chicago rock band Survivor formed in 1978 by guitarist/songwriter Jim Peterik. They are most notably recognized by their double platinum single “Eye of the Tiger”, the theme song for the motion picture Rocky III.

The band has gone through several lineups throughout the years and has split/reunited several times.

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Caught in the Game

From the album

Caught in the Game (1983)

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Ready For The Real ThingSurvivor

Survivor

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